Jordan, JordanQuick decision
When to visit Jordan?
🌞 Best time overall
May
🌡️ Optimal temperature
17°C–28°C in May
🌧 Least rain
4% rainy days in May
🌧 Wettest month
January (24%)
📅 Best score
9.7/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
PetraMarch–May or October–November — Nabataean city, Treasury at dawn.
Wadi RumMarch–May or October — red desert, Bedouin night and 4x4.
Dead SeaYear-round — floating, therapeutic mud and spas.
Aqaba & Red SeaYear-round — diving, reefs and warm waters.
Monthly climate data
Jordan weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 6°C | 13°C | 24% | 1.4 | 9.4h | 6.9/10 |
| ⛅ February | 6°C | 14°C | 25% | 1.5 | 10.0h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 9°C | 18°C | 19% | 1.1 | 10.8h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 14°C | 24°C | 10% | 0.4 | 11.6h | 8.7/10 |
| ☀️ May | 17°C | 28°C | 4% | 0.2 | 12.8h | 9.7/10 |
| ☀️ June | 21°C | 31°C | 0% | 0.0 | 13.0h | 8.9/10 |
| ☀️ July | 22°C | 32°C | 0% | 0.0 | 12.8h | 8.6/10 |
| ☀️ August | 22°C | 32°C | 0% | 0.0 | 12.2h | 8.5/10 |
| ☀️ September | 20°C | 30°C | 0% | 0.0 | 11.0h | 8.8/10 |
| ☀️ October | 17°C | 26°C | 5% | 0.2 | 10.6h | 8.9/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 12°C | 20°C | 15% | 0.6 | 9.5h | 7.6/10 |
| ⛅ December | 8°C | 15°C | 19% | 1.0 | 9.0h | 7.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Excellent time
Average 23°C, 11% rainy days, 11.7h sunshine/day. Score: 8.6/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Excellent time
Average 32°C, 0% rainy days, 12.7h sunshine/day. Score: 8.7/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 25°C, 7% rainy days, 10.4h sunshine/day. Score: 8.4/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 14°C, 23% rainy days, 9.5h sunshine/day. Score: 7.0/10.
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Tip : January, February offer a good weather/price balance — decent score with fewer crowds.
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✍️ Our take
Best months in Jordan
May
May in Jordan is absolutely stellar—warm days hit the high 20s while mornings stay pleasantly cool, perfect for active…
June
June in Jordan is spectacular if you love heat and sunshine—think long golden days with virtually zero rain.…
October
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
May is ideal with 4% rainy days and 28°C.
January is the wettest month with 24% rainy days.
Yes, May is the best month with an average of 28°C.
In winter, the average score is 7.0/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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