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Najaf in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Najaf in October 2025

Good Weather
Hot
☀️
Sunny
Planning a trip to Najaf 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 2 rainy days and 3 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
+52°F
Min.
+111°F
Max.
3 mm
Total precipitation
34%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
22 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
2 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Najaf has good weather in October.

Average temperature in Najaf in October

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

Going from a maximum of +102°F during the day to a minimum of +63°F during the night, the temperature in October averages around +95°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 18% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +99°F to +91°F.

Is Najaf warm or cold in October?

Najaf is typically hot in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +108°F to +95°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +79°F to +68°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 Najaf:

Climate in Najaf in October

Najaf weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+108°F+95°F+77°F
Min. temperature
+63°F+52°F+36°F
Max. temperature
+122°F+111°F+97°F
Rainfall
0 mm3 mm12 mm
Wind
3 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
24%34%53%
Air pressure
1005 HPa1011 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
292216
Cloudy days
179
Rainy days
024
Snowy days
000

October weather is still as good as in September. It’s getting colder in October. From +108°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +95°F. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 0 mm to 3 mm. Humidity rises from 24% to 34%. Winds are calmer in comparison to September, going down from 3 m/s to 2 m/s on average. 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 Najaf in October 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 Najaf is gradually increasing during October, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

How was the weather last October in Najaf?

This is the weather in Najaf in October 2023:
1 October
☀️
+99°F
2 October
☁️
+98°F
3 October
☁️
+97°F
4 October
☀️
+94°F
5 October
☀️
+94°F
6 October
☀️
+96°F
7 October
☀️
+102°F
8 October
☁️
+100°F
9 October
☀️
+102°F
10 October
☁️
+101°F
11 October
☀️
+103°F
12 October
☁️
+101°F
13 October
☀️
+100°F
14 October
☀️
+99°F
15 October
☀️
+100°F
16 October
☀️
+88°F
17 October
☀️
+91°F
18 October
☀️
+93°F
19 October
🌫️
+94°F
20 October
☀️
+94°F
21 October
☀️
+94°F
22 October
☁️
+92°F
23 October
☁️
+89°F
24 October
☁️
+83°F
25 October
☀️
+83°F
26 October
☀️
+87°F
27 October
☀️
+90°F
28 October
☁️
+90°F
29 October
☁️
+95°F
30 October
☁️
+90°F
31 October
☁️
+92°F
In October 2023 Najaf had 18 sunny days, 12 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +95°F, with an absolute maximum of +102°F and a minimum of +82°F. The average humidity was 38%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 14%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 9 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 October 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 October:

Is October a good time to visit Najaf?

October 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 October?

Absolutely, October 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 October?

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

Is it sunny in Najaf in October?

Yes, Najaf 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 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.