The month in detail
What to expect in March
Spring marks the start of the good season in Amman. Temperatures rise (63°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain risk remains low (12% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if June (9.7/10) remains theoretically better.
March ranks 9 out of 12 months in Amman. Compared to February: +5°F daytime, +0.9h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in March
UV index
6 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
dry air
3°
Daylight
11.8h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 40
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Is March the right month?
The best month in Amman is June (9.7/10), 2.2 pts higher than March.
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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 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 monthJuly · 91°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 54°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 15%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Location
Where is Amman ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
JordanTemperate climate with a 9.7 → 4.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
31.96°N · 35.94°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Amman?
May is the best month with 82°F highs, 59°F lows, 10.6h of sunshine and 4.0% rainy days. The months of May & June offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Amman get in May?
Amman averages 10.6 sunshine hours per day in May. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.5/10.
What is the rainiest month in Amman?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Amman in May?
In May, overnight lows reach 59°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Amman good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Amman scores 4.3/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains May with a score of 9.5/10.
When should you avoid Amman?
January is the most difficult month to visit Amman, with January 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 Amman in March?
The average UV index reaches 6 in March in Amman (high), with about 11.8h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.