Wadi Rum Weather in October 2026: what to expect (9.3/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in October

Autumn in Wadi Rum is often underrated: 28.0°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Rain is virtually absent (2.0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. This is one of the best times of year to visit Wadi Rum.

October is the best month of the year in Wadi Rum. Compared to September: −5°C daytime, −0.5h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in October

UV index

6 · high

sunscreen and hat advised

Feels like

dry air

7°

Daylight

11.3h of daylight

Air quality

fair

AQI 56

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Is October the right month?

October is actually the best month of the year in Wadi Rum. Good timing.

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Context

Our verdict

Wadi Rum ("Valley of the Moon") is Jordan's desert: 720 km² of Martian landscapes (used for Lawrence of Arabia 1962, The Martian 2015, Star Wars Rogue One and Rise of Skywalker, Dune 2021). October is my favourite month (9.5/10): 15-28°C, 2% rain, ideal desert temperatures.

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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 ⓘFebruary · 6%

🏛️ City break

📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August

☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round

🚇Public transportGood

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Location

Where is Wadi Rum ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context

Jordan

Temperate 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 9.1/10.

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 9.1/10.

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 October?

The average UV index reaches 6 in October in Wadi Rum (high), with about 11.3h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.