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Erbil in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Erbil in May and see if it is worth visiting.
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May

Weather in Erbil in May 2025

Good Weather
Hot
☀️
Sunny
Are you considering a trip to Erbil in May? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +90°F and about 17 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 6 rainy days and 15 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+90°F
Avg. max. temperature
+43°F
Min.
+109°F
Max.
15 mm
Total precipitation
37%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
17 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
6 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Erbil has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Erbil in May

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

The temperature in May is +88°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +97°F during the day and a minimum of +52°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 44% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +75°F to +95°F.

Is Erbil warm or cold in May?

Erbil is typically hot in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +77°F to +90°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +54°F to +64°F.

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

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Erbil:

Climate in Erbil in May

Erbil weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+77°F+90°F+100°F
Min. temperature
+36°F+43°F+61°F
Max. temperature
+102°F+109°F+115°F
Rainfall
48 mm15 mm0 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
56%37%22%
Air pressure
1011 HPa1008 HPa1003 HPa
Sunny days
111727
Cloudy days
872
Rainy days
1061
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as good as in April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +77°F to +90°F during the day. As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 48 mm to 15 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 56% to 37%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 11 to 17.

June brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

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

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Erbil based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in May stands at 23%, leading to total precipitation of around 41 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 18 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 7 rainy days during May, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Erbil wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 39% chance of precipitation and 76 mm of rainfall per day. June, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Erbil?

This is the weather in Erbil in May 2023:
1 May
☀️
+75°F
2 May
☀️
+78°F
3 May
☀️
+78°F
4 May
☀️
+80°F
5 May
☀️
+86°F
6 May
☀️
+93°F
7 May
☁️
+90°F
8 May
☀️
+87°F
9 May
☀️
+84°F
10 May
☀️
+88°F
11 May
☀️
+93°F
12 May
☀️
+94°F
13 May
☀️
+93°F
14 May
☀️
+89°F
15 May
☀️
+84°F
16 May
☀️
+87°F
17 May
☀️
+92°F
18 May
☁️
+97°F
19 May
☁️
+96°F
20 May
🌧️
+79°F
21 May
🌧️
+83°F
22 May
☀️
+91°F
23 May
☁️
+94°F
24 May
☁️
+89°F
25 May
☁️
+93°F
26 May
☀️
+93°F
27 May
☀️
+94°F
28 May
☁️
+93°F
29 May
☁️
+86°F
30 May
☁️
+94°F
31 May
☁️
+95°F
In May 2023 Erbil had 19 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +88°F, with an absolute maximum of +97°F and a minimum of +75°F. The average humidity was 41%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 13%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 12 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 May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+76°F) and the highest in 2021 (+85°F). The driest year was 2021 with only 176 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1988 with 694 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Erbil in May:

Is May a good time to visit Erbil?

May 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 May?

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

Is Erbil rainy in May?

Erbil is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Erbil in May?

The amount of sunny days in Erbil during May 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, 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.