The climate in Kirkuk during October can be summarized as hot and dry.
October is in the fall / autumn in Kirkuk and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 31°C (88°F), whilst at night 18°C (64°F) is normal.
| Daytime temperature | 31.4°C 88.4°F |
|---|---|
| Nightly temperature | 17.7°C 63.8°F |
| Average temperature | 24.5°C 76.1°F |
| Daily sunshine | 9.5 hrs |
| Avg rainfall | 13 mm 0.5 ins |
| Rainy days | 3 days |
| Sea temperature | 24.7°C 76.5°F |
| Humidity | 35% |
| Windspeed | 5.4kph 3 mph |
On average October is the 5th driest month of the year in Kirkuk with around 13mm 0.5 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 3 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 9.5 hours of sunshine per day.
The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Kirkuk in October 2025.
Best places to visit in October
| Hottest month: | July | 42.6°C 108.7°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | July | 0mm 0ins |
| Sunniest month: | July | 14.5hrs |
| Coldest month: | January | 13.5°C 56.3°F |
| Wettest month: | March | 81mm 3.2ins |