Weather & Climate in Mawet, Iraq
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Mawet enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.9 inches. The area receives 5.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,146 feet.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
85°F Jul (30°C)
| Annual Average | 60.6°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,146 ft (959 m) |
| Area | 259.1 sq mi (671.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.9012°N, 45.4142°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Baghdad |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
93 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.5.
| Jul 24, 1991 | 30 km SSE of ‘Aqrah, Iraq | M5.5 | 139 km | 26 km |
| Apr 6, 2021 | 6 km NE of Baynjiwayn, Iraq | M5.2 | 59 km | 10 km |
| May 11, 2019 | 33 km SW of ?alabja, Iraq | M5.2 | 109 km | 10 km |
| Jan 15, 1999 | 34 km SW of As Sulaym?n?yah, Iraq | M5.1 | 65 km | 33 km |
| Aug 23, 2017 | 29 km ENE of Koysinceq, Iraq | M5.1 | 53 km | 8 km |
| Mar 16, 2023 | 14 km NNE of Ḩalabja, Iraq | M5.1 | 87 km | 10 km |
| Jan 6, 2018 | 16 km NNW of Sarpol-e Z?ah?b, Iran | M5.0 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Jul 9, 2021 | 16 km N of Piranshahr, Iran | M4.9 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Jan 9, 2020 | 34 km WNW of Sarpol-e Z?ah?b, Iran | M4.9 | 148 km | 4 km |
| Jan 29, 2020 | 20 km WNW of Oshnav?yeh, Iran | M4.9 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Mar 13, 1992 | 5 km E of Piranshahr, Iran | M4.9 | 91 km | 33 km |
| Jul 5, 1991 | 7 km ENE of Piranshahr, Iran | M4.8 | 94 km | 11 km |
| Jun 6, 2006 | 8 km NE of Baynjiwayn, Iraq | M4.8 | 61 km | 35 km |
| Apr 29, 2020 | 22 km E of Jamjam?l, Iraq | M4.8 | 48 km | 12 km |
| Feb 11, 2021 | 34 km E of Kifr?, Iraq | M4.8 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Dec 1, 1991 | 37 km SSW of Piranshahr, Iran | M4.7 | 63 km | 35 km |
| Sep 10, 2023 | 20 km NNE of Ţūz Khūrmātū, Iraq | M4.7 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Jan 15, 1999 | 35 km SW of As Sulaym?n?yah, Iraq | M4.7 | 68 km | 33 km |
| Dec 22, 2000 | 15 km SSE of B?neh, Iran | M4.6 | 48 km | 33 km |
| Sep 11, 2000 | 26 km NW of As Sulaymānīyah, Iraq | M4.6 | 28 km | 74 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 5.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 85°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 85°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 4.4 in |
Mawet has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 36°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.1") and June the driest (0.0").