January weather forecast
Baghdad, Iraq

Baghdad, Iraq, welcomes the new year with mild temperatures, where the average high is 16°C (60.8°F) and the low is at 4°C (39.2°F). This month is characterized by shorter daylight hours, comparatively chillier conditions, and rainfall as a constant companion. Despite its colder temperatures, Baghdad weather in January doesn't reach freezing point. Compared to December, the city experiences a slight increase in temperature, yet it still remains one of the coldest months. As January progresses, the temperatures start to rise, hinting at the onset of a warmer February.

Temperature

January, recording an average high temperature of 16°C (60.8°F) and a low temperature of 4°C (39.2°F), is Baghdad's coldest month.

Rainfall

In January, in Baghdad, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout January, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 34 rainfall days, and 177mm (6.97") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Baghdad, Iraq, is 10h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 17:05. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 17:32 +03.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Baghdad are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in January translates into the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.