Najaf weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Najaf, Iraq. Like most weather services, we show Najaf at one spot: Najaf, its largest city. At 2:30 AM local time it was cloudy and 24°C (75°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 6 AM (2.2 mm total). Best months for weather: Feb–Apr, Nov–Dec.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 96%
- Chance of rain
- 3%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 6 AM (2.2 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Feb–Apr, Nov–DecOff season May–Sep
About Najaf weather
Is it raining in Najaf right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 24° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 6 AM (2.2 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Najaf this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 27–31° and lows of 19–22°. Rain is likely on 1 of 7 days (Sunday). The driest day looks like Tuesday.
Has it been raining in Najaf lately?
Barely. The past 7 days were mostly dry, with 0.7 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Najaf?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Najaf weather by month
When is the best time to visit Najaf?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Najaf is Feb–Apr, Nov–Dec, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. May–Sep tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 16°C (61°F) in January to 46°C (115°F) in July.
What is the rainiest month in Najaf?
January is the wettest month, with about 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain on average. September is the driest, with about 0 mm (0.0 in).
What is the hottest month in Najaf?
July is the warmest, with average highs of 46°C (115°F) and lows of 30°C (85°F). January is the coolest, with highs of 16°C (61°F) and lows of 3°C (38°F).
Does Najaf have a rainy season?
Not a strong one. No month averages more than 150 mm of rain; the wettest is January at about 20 mm (0.8 in).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Najaf), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Najaf
Weather can differ a lot within Najaf: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Najaf | Feb–Apr, Nov–Dec | None | 16–46°C | 106 mm |
| Kufa | Feb–Apr, Nov–Dec | None | 16–46°C | 106 mm |
| Al Mishkhāb | Feb–Apr, Nov–Dec | None | 16–46°C | 106 mm |