The month in detail
What to expect in January
In January, Wadi Rum sees 14°C during the day with 7.2h of sunshine per day. Rain is virtually absent (4% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. October (9.3/10) is significantly better if possible.
January ranks 9 out of 12 months in Wadi Rum. Compared to December: −2°C daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
4 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
-0°
Daylight
10.3h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 55
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Wadi Rum is October (9.3/10), 1.9 pt higher than January.
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Plan your trip
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 city break.
Country · Jordan
🗣️LanguageArabic
💶CurrencyDinar jordanien (JD)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘAt risk · 4/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJune · 34°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 14°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 4%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Other destinations in January
If January doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Wadi Rum ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
JordanTemperate climate with a 9.3 → 5.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
29.57°N · 35.42°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Wadi Rum?
October is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 15.0°C lows, 8.1h of sunshine and 2.0% rainy days. The months of October & April offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Wadi Rum get in October?
Wadi Rum averages 8.1 sunshine hours per day in October. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.0/10.
What is the rainiest month in Wadi Rum?
June is the most unfavourable month with June has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Wadi Rum in October?
In October, overnight lows reach 15.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Wadi Rum good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Wadi Rum scores 7.1/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains October with a score of 9.0/10.
When should you avoid Wadi Rum?
June is the most difficult month to visit Wadi Rum, with June has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Wadi Rum in January?
The average UV index reaches 4 in January in Wadi Rum (moderate), with about 10.3h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.