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Najaf in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Najaf in August 2025

Good Weather
Hot
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Sunny
Planning a trip to Najaf in August? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +113°F and approximately 30 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 0 rainy days and 0 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • August is usually the hottest month of the year in Najaf;

Average weather

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+113°F
Avg. max. temperature
+72°F
Min.
+126°F
Max.
0 mm
Total precipitation
21%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
30 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
0 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Najaf has good weather in August.

Average temperature in Najaf in August

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

Going from a maximum of +122°F during the day to a minimum of +77°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +117°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 28% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +118°F to +106°F.

Is Najaf warm or cold in August?

Najaf is typically hot in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +113°F to +113°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +86°F to +84°F.

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

August is the hottest month in Najaf, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Najaf in August

Najaf weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+113°F+113°F+108°F
Min. temperature
+75°F+72°F+63°F
Max. temperature
+124°F+126°F+122°F
Rainfall
0 mm0 mm0 mm
Wind
4 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
19%21%24%
Air pressure
998 HPa999 HPa1005 HPa
Sunny days
313029
Cloudy days
011
Rainy days
000
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as good as in July. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +113°F for average maximum temperature during the day. The rainfall amount in August stays the same as in the previous month with a 0 mm of total precipitation. Humidity rises from 19% to 21%. Winds are calmer in comparison to July, going down from 4 m/s to 3 m/s on average. The days becoming less sunny, going from 31 sunny days in July to 30 in August.

September brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Najaf in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Najaf is gradually increasing during August, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

How was the weather last August in Najaf?

This is the weather in Najaf in August 2023:
1 August
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+119°F
2 August
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+120°F
3 August
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+114°F
4 August
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+113°F
5 August
☀️
+114°F
6 August
☀️
+116°F
7 August
☀️
+113°F
8 August
☀️
+114°F
9 August
☀️
+116°F
10 August
☀️
+119°F
11 August
☀️
+119°F
12 August
☀️
+120°F
13 August
☀️
+122°F
14 August
☀️
+120°F
15 August
☀️
+119°F
16 August
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+120°F
17 August
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+118°F
18 August
☀️
+117°F
19 August
☀️
+118°F
20 August
☀️
+118°F
21 August
☀️
+118°F
22 August
☀️
+120°F
23 August
☀️
+120°F
24 August
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+119°F
25 August
☀️
+113°F
26 August
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+110°F
27 August
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+111°F
28 August
☀️
+112°F
29 August
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+104°F
30 August
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+106°F
31 August
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+106°F
In August 2023 Najaf had 31 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +117°F, with an absolute maximum of +122°F and a minimum of +104°F. The average humidity was 23%, with a maximum of 51% and a minimum of 10%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

The climate in Najaf in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+85°F) and the highest in 2010 (+94°F). The driest year was 2021 with only 15 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2013 with 165 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Najaf in August:

Is August a good time to visit Najaf?

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

Can you sunbathe in Najaf in August?

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

Is Najaf rainy in August?

Najaf is usually dry in August. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Najaf in August?

Yes, Najaf is sunny in August. 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 Najaf

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Najaf, 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.