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Karbala Weather in February

What February is usually like in Karbala, Iraq — from 2006–2025 averages.

Expect Karbala to reach about 18.9°C (66°F) by day and 8.3°C (46.9°F) at night in February, with 3 rainy days bringing 21 mm and around 9.4 hours of sunshine each day.

Avg high

18.9°C (66°F)

Avg low

8.3°C (46.9°F)

Rainfall

21 mm (0.8 in)

Rainy days

3 days

Sunshine

9.4 h / day

Humidity

58%

February vs the rest of the year

February is warmer than 2 of the other 11 months, and the 2nd wettest month in Karbala.

MonthAvg highvs FebruaryRainRainy days
January16.1°C (61°F)−2.8°C (−5°F)17 mm4
February18.9°C (66°F)—21 mm3
March24.7°C (76.5°F)+5.8°C (+10.4°F)17 mm3
April30.9°C (87.6°F)+12°C (+21.6°F)11 mm2
May37°C (98.6°F)+18.1°C (+32.6°F)5 mm1
June41.8°C (107.2°F)+22.9°C (+41.2°F)0 mm0
July44°C (111.2°F)+25.1°C (+45.2°F)0 mm0
August44.2°C (111.6°F)+25.3°C (+45.5°F)0 mm0
September40.3°C (104.5°F)+21.4°C (+38.5°F)0 mm0
October33.7°C (92.7°F)+14.8°C (+26.6°F)5 mm1
November23.6°C (74.5°F)+4.7°C (+8.5°F)26 mm3
December17.7°C (63.9°F)−1.2°C (−2.2°F)19 mm3

What February feels like in Karbala

February is late winter in Karbala, although winter here means mild days rather than cold ones. Afternoons are mild and comfortable for most people in light layers. Once the sun goes down the air changes: nights are cool. Humidity is moderate, so the air feels neither sticky nor dry.

Rain in Karbala in February

February is a dry month in Karbala; rain falls about one day in 9. Wet days average about 6.9 mm (0.3 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. That is close to Karbala's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 6 mm). It is among the three wettest months of the year.

How February compares to the rest of the year

Ranked by average high, February comes out as the 3rd coolest month in Karbala. Compared with January, afternoons are 2.8°C (5°F) warmer, with 4 mm more rain. The warm-up continues into March. The next month's average high: 24.7°C (76.5°F).

Who February suits

  • Sightseeing: a good fit — comfortable enough to explore on foot all day.
  • Parks & outdoor: a good fit — pleasant for gardens, parks and riversides.

Tips for visiting Karbala in February

Versatile Layers

Mornings and evenings are cooler than midday, so dress in layers.

Sunglasses

Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.

Quick questions

How warm is Karbala in February?

Expect around 18.9°C (66°F) in the afternoon and 8.3°C (46.9°F) at night, which most visitors would call mild.

Does it rain a lot in Karbala in February?

Hardly — only about 3 rainy days and 21 mm for the whole month.

What should I wear in Karbala in February?

Based on the averages: versatile layers and sunglasses. Bring something extra for the cooler evenings.

Is February or March better for visiting Karbala?

On our 12-month climate ranking, March comes out ahead (#1 of 12 vs #2). March is warmer.

Is February a good time to visit Karbala?

Great

Great — comfortable temperatures, mostly dry (about 3 rainy days), plenty of sunshine (9.4 h a day). Within Karbala's own year, February ranks #2 of 12 — one of the 3 best months to visit.

February in other Iraq cities

Warmer places in February

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Monthly averages from 20 years of Open-Meteo history (2006–2025), not a forecast — see all 12 months in Karbala weather by month.