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Baghdad in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Baghdad in October will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Baghdad, based on historical data.
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October

Weather in Baghdad in October 2025

Good Weather
Hot
☀️
Sunny
Planning a trip to Baghdad in October? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +95°F and approximately 22 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 3 rainy days and 6 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+95°F
Avg. max. temperature
+50°F
Min.
+109°F
Max.
6 mm
Total precipitation
34%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
22 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Baghdad has good weather in October.

Average temperature in Baghdad in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Baghdad for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +104°F during the day to a minimum of +66°F during the night, the temperature in October averages around +95°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 14% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +99°F to +93°F.

Is Baghdad warm or cold in October?

Baghdad is typically hot in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +106°F to +95°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +79°F to +70°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Baghdad:

Climate in Baghdad in October

Baghdad weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+106°F+95°F+77°F
Min. temperature
+61°F+50°F+37°F
Max. temperature
+120°F+109°F+99°F
Rainfall
0 mm6 mm19 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
23%34%53%
Air pressure
1005 HPa1012 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
292216
Cloudy days
168
Rainy days
035
Snowy days
000

October weather is still as good as in September. It’s getting colder in October. From +106°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +95°F. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 0 mm to 6 mm. Humidity rises from 23% to 34%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 29 sunny days in September to 22 in October.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in November as the weather gets better.

Wind

Wind speed in Baghdad in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Baghdad is gradually increasing during October, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Baghdad based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 3% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 1 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 1 mm, which is considered light rain. Baghdad is amazing in October with as little as 1 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Baghdad wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 26% chance of precipitation and 22 mm of rainfall per day. June, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Baghdad?

This is the weather in Baghdad in October 2023:
1 October
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+99°F
2 October
☁️
+92°F
3 October
☁️
+90°F
4 October
☁️
+85°F
5 October
☀️
+93°F
6 October
☀️
+96°F
7 October
☀️
+101°F
8 October
☀️
+100°F
9 October
☀️
+101°F
10 October
☁️
+98°F
11 October
☀️
+104°F
12 October
☀️
+102°F
13 October
☀️
+98°F
14 October
☀️
+98°F
15 October
☀️
+102°F
16 October
☀️
+89°F
17 October
☀️
+91°F
18 October
☀️
+93°F
19 October
☀️
+96°F
20 October
☀️
+95°F
21 October
☀️
+94°F
22 October
☀️
+91°F
23 October
☀️
+91°F
24 October
☁️
+84°F
25 October
☀️
+86°F
26 October
☀️
+89°F
27 October
☀️
+90°F
28 October
☁️
+92°F
29 October
☁️
+96°F
30 October
☁️
+91°F
31 October
☁️
+92°F
In October 2023 Baghdad had 22 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +95°F, with an absolute maximum of +104°F and a minimum of +84°F. The average humidity was 37%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 14%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 7 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Baghdad climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Baghdad in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1982 (+85°F) and the highest in 2010 (+93°F). The driest year was 2021 with only 49 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2018 with 257 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Baghdad in October:

Is October a good time to visit Baghdad?

October is a really good time to go to Baghdad. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Baghdad.

Can you sunbathe in Baghdad in October?

Absolutely, October is hot in Baghdad. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Baghdad rainy in October?

Baghdad is usually dry in October. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Baghdad in October?

Yes, Baghdad is sunny in October. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.

Other cities in Iraq

Check out the weather for other cities in Iraq.

Monthly weather in Baghdad

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Baghdad, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.