The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Aqaba. Temperatures rise (35°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain is virtually absent (1% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup.
May ranks 8 out of 12 months in Aqaba. Compared to April: +3°C daytime, +0.7h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
dry air
7°
Sea
25°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
13.5h of daylight
Air quality
poor
AQI 60
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Aqaba is November (9.1/10), 3.8 pts higher than May.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Jordan
🗣️LanguageArabic
💶CurrencyDinar jordanien (JD)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘAt risk · 4/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.74°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 40°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 21°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 5%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Aqaba ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
JordanTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.1 → 2.7 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
29.53°N · 35.01°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Aqaba?
November is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 17.0°C lows, 7.6h of sunshine and 1.0% rainy days. The months of November & March offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Aqaba get in November?
Aqaba averages 7.6 sunshine hours per day in November. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Aqaba?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Aqaba in November?
In November, overnight lows reach 17.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.
Is Aqaba good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Aqaba scores 7.9/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains November with a score of 8.8/10.
When should you avoid Aqaba?
August is the most difficult month to visit Aqaba, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Aqaba in May?
In May, the sea averages 25°C in Aqaba: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Aqaba in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Aqaba (very high), with about 13.5h of daylight. Protection essential.