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Erbil in February: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Erbil in February 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
Are you considering a trip to Erbil in February? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +57°F and about 11 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 7 rainy days and 75 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+57°F
Avg. max. temperature
+18°F
Min.
+77°F
Max.
75 mm
Total precipitation
70%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
11 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Erbil has good weather in February.

Average temperature in Erbil in February

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

The expected average maximum temperature in February is +63°F with a maximum of +75°F and a minimum of +36°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 23% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +57°F to +66°F.

Is Erbil warm or cold in February?

Erbil is typically mild in February.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +54°F to +57°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +37°F to +39°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

February is one of the coolest months in Erbil, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Erbil in February

Erbil weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. temperature
+54°F+57°F+64°F
Min. temperature
+14°F+18°F+19°F
Max. temperature
+72°F+77°F+90°F
Rainfall
76 mm75 mm73 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
74%70%64%
Air pressure
1019 HPa1017 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
101111
Cloudy days
141013
Rainy days
777
Snowy days
000

February weather is still as good as in January. It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +54°F to +57°F during the day. As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 76 mm to 75 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 74% to 70%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 1 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in February, from 10 to 11.

March brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Erbil in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

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

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Erbil based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 29% chance of rain on an average day in February, with total rainfall of approximately 32 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 13 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 8 rainy days during February, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
February is one of the rainiest months in Erbil, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Erbil wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 23% chance of precipitation and 76 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 February in Erbil?

This is the weather in Erbil in February 2023:
1 February
☀️
+57°F
2 February
☀️
+59°F
3 February
☁️
+63°F
4 February
🌧️
+57°F
5 February
🌫️
+52°F
6 February
☀️
+55°F
7 February
☀️
+57°F
8 February
☁️
+55°F
9 February
☀️
+66°F
10 February
🌧️
+60°F
11 February
☁️
+59°F
12 February
☀️
+63°F
13 February
☀️
+65°F
14 February
☀️
+69°F
15 February
☀️
+64°F
16 February
☀️
+65°F
17 February
☁️
+65°F
18 February
☁️
+60°F
19 February
☁️
+69°F
20 February
🌧️
+56°F
21 February
☀️
+64°F
22 February
☁️
+66°F
23 February
☀️
+70°F
24 February
☀️
+75°F
25 February
🌫️
+68°F
26 February
☁️
+61°F
27 February
☁️
+64°F
28 February
☁️
+67°F
In February 2023 Erbil had 13 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +63°F, with an absolute maximum of +75°F and a minimum of +52°F. The average humidity was 62%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 19%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 18 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

The climate in Erbil in February has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+49°F) and the highest in 2021 (+66°F). The driest year was 2021 with only 16 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2006 with 183 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Erbil in February:

Is February a good time to visit Erbil?

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

Can you sunbathe in Erbil in February?

February has mild temperatures in Erbil. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Erbil rainy in February?

Erbil is often rainy in February. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Erbil in February?

The amount of sunny days in Erbil during February varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Iraq

Check out the weather for other cities in Iraq.

Monthly weather in Erbil

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Erbil, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

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.