Wonder of the World

Samarra

Iraq

Best timeNov–Apr

Set inIraq

In season~70°F high

Climate43–113°F

On the map

Map showing the location of Samarra

Directions (Google Maps) →

Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak Jun–Sep. Go in May for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightJul · 94%

WarmestJul · 113°F

WettestJan

Best windowNov–Apr

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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.

Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Samarra is a city in Iraq. It stands on the east bank of the Tigris in the Saladin Governorate, 125 kilometers (78 mi) north of Baghdad. Due to the presence of Al-Askari Shrine, the city is considered a holy site in Shia Islam. The modern city of Samarra was founded in 836 CE by the Abbasid caliph al-Mu'tasim as a new administrative capital and military base.

Best time to visit

Aim for Nov–Apr, the 6 months that line up best.

Pairs well with

Imam Ali Mosque

Takht-e Soleyman

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Samarra?

The best time to visit Samarra is November–April, in Iraq.

Where is Samarra?

Samarra is in Iraq.

What is Samarra known for?

Samarra is a city in Iraq. It stands on the east bank of the Tigris in the Saladin Governorate, 125 kilometers (78 mi) north of Baghdad. Due to the presence of Al-Askari Shrine, the city is considered a holy site in Shia Islam. The modern city of Samarra was founded in 836 CE by the Abbasid caliph al-Mu'tasim as a new administrative capital and military base.

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