Southern Iraq, Iraq: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
Traveling to Southern Iraq, Iraq? If you're planning to go to Southern Iraq, I've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Southern Iraq
- Important essentials for Southern Iraq
- Activities for Southern Iraq
- Southern Iraq in January: weather and what to pack
- Southern Iraq in February: weather and what to pack
- Southern Iraq in March: weather and what to pack
- Southern Iraq in April: weather and what to pack
- Southern Iraq in May: weather and what to pack
- Southern Iraq in June: weather and what to pack
- Southern Iraq in July: weather and what to pack
- Southern Iraq in August: weather and what to pack
- Southern Iraq in September: weather and what to pack
- Southern Iraq in October: weather and what to pack
- Southern Iraq in November: weather and what to pack
- Southern Iraq in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Southern Iraq, Iraq
Based on the climate and weather in Southern Iraq, the best time to go is November. See below for details.
Important essentials for Southern Iraq, Iraq
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Southern Iraq, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is a good plane-friendly product.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection possible.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can wear out. An unreadable vaccine card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some rural areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to have a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a good value.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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For families with young children
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C, D and G. This one should work in most locations, but you may want to check with your hotel.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Airplane or car necessities
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Southern Iraq. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some more rural areas you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone.
What to wear/what to pack for Southern Iraq, Iraq by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January in Southern Iraq is crisp. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 40s F (single digits C). With the colder weather comes lower humidity, which is in the 50% to 50% range on average.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Pants or jeans
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Dresses
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Standard footwear
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Light and heavy skirts
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
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Extra socks
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Light jacket or fleece
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A rain poncho to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
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Rain pants
These can be vital in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is a great option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We recommend:
February
If you vacation in Southern Iraq during February, you might notice that it is balmy and dry with little rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 40 and 50% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light jacket or fleece
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Light and heavy skirts
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
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Standard footwear
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Extra socks
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Dresses
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Pants or jeans
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A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants can be vital in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We recommend:
March
If you are traveling to Southern Iraq in March, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature and very dry. Expect it to rain once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sandals
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Light skirts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Bug repellent
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Extra socks
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A rain coat to layer with a jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
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Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We suggest:
April
If you vacation in Southern Iraq during April, you might find that it can be very hot and very dry. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 60s F (high 10s C). Humidity is generally between 20 and 30% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Waterproof sandals
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
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Sunglasses
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from the sun:
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Bug repellent
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Skirts
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Loose-fit shorts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Insulated water bottle
Our best choice also filters contaminants:
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A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These will be vital in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We suggest:
May
If you vacation in Southern Iraq during May, you might see that it is sweltering and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 90s F (high 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 10 and 20% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Personal cooling fan
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Sunglasses
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
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Skirts
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Cooling tank or crop tops
These are created for cooling:
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Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are engineered for cooling and include UV protection.
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
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Light linen shorts
Bug bite relief
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Waterproof sandals
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Protecting pants/skirts
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Insulated water bottle
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Thin short sleeve shirts
You should bring extra, since these are likely to get wet or dirty.
June
June is unbearably hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the high 100s F (low 40s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
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Waterproof sandals
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Sarong
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Thin tank or crop tops
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Personal cooling fan
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
One of these:
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Bugs have been an issue here.
We recommend these bug repellents:
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Protecting pants
These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Insulated water bottle
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Light skirts
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
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100% UV protection sunglasses
We suggest:
July
July is a scorcher and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 110s F (low 40s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
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Thin tank or crop tops
-
Sarong
-
100% UV protection sunglasses
We suggest:
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
One of these:
-
Sun protecting pants
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Personal cooling fan
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insects have been an issue here.
We recommend these bug repellents:
-
Light skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and protect you from the sun:
August
If you vacation in Southern Iraq during August, you will probably see that it is scorchingly hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 100s F (low 40s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 80s F (high 20s C). Humidity is generally between 10 and 20% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insects can be an issue here.
We recommend these bug repellents:
-
Sarong
-
Sun protecting pants
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and protect you from the sun:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
100% UV protection sunglasses
We suggest:
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Light skirts
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
One of these:
-
Thin tank or crop tops
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
-
Insulated water bottle
September
Traveling to Southern Iraq in September, you will notice that it is a scorcher and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the 100s F (low 40s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sarong
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Thin tank or crop tops
-
100% UV protection sunglasses
We suggest:
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Insects can be an issue here.
We recommend these bug repellents:
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
One of these:
-
UV protecting pants/skirts
These will keep you safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Light skirts
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
October
Traveling to Southern Iraq in October, you will notice that it can be excruciatingly hot and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the 90s F (mid 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Personal cooling fan
-
Protecting legwear
These will keep you safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
Bug bite relief
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Do bring extra, since these often get wet or dirty.
-
Light linen shorts
-
Sunglasses
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are engineered to help you stay cool:
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are specially designed to keep you cool and offer UV protection.
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
November
If you visit Southern Iraq during November, you may find that it is a perfect temperature and very dry. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 50s F (low 10s C). Humidity is generally between 30 and 40% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Light skirts
-
Sandals
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Extra socks
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Bug repellent
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We suggest:
December
December in Southern Iraq is chilly and dry with little rain. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 40s F (single digits C). With the colder weather comes lower humidity, which is in the 40% to 50% range on average.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Pants or jeans
-
Dresses
-
Extra socks
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Standard footwear
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants are vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We like:
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