Baghdad vs Petra in May

Petra is the better pick in May — 91 vs 54 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Petra is warm, dry, while Baghdad is sweltering, dry, poor air quality.

Baghdad vs PetraMay climate, side by side

BaghdadPetra
Comfort score54/100 (D)91/100 (S)
Feels-like high36°C27°C
Avg high / low38° / 22°28° / 16°
Rainfall6 mm3 mm
Rainy days21
Humidity23%34%
Air quality (AQI)10464

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Baghdad vs Petra in May — FAQ

Is May better in Baghdad or Petra?
Petra is the better pick in May — 91 vs 54 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Petra is warm, dry, while Baghdad is sweltering, dry, poor air quality.
What is the weather like in Baghdad vs Petra in May?
In May, Baghdad averages 38°C high / 22°C low with about 6 mm of rain; Petra averages 28°C high / 16°C low with about 3 mm.