Wadi Rum Weather in December 2026: what to expect (7.5/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in December

In December, Wadi Rum sees 16.0°F during the day with 7.1h of sunshine per day. Rain is virtually absent (5.0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if October (9.3/10) remains theoretically better.

December ranks 8 out of 12 months in Wadi Rum. Compared to November: −11°F daytime.

This month's conditions

What it's like in December

UV index

4 · moderate

protect during midday hours

Feels like

dry air

2°

Daylight

10.1h of daylight

Air quality

fair

AQI 50

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Is December the right month?

The best month in Wadi Rum is October (9.3/10), 1.8 pt higher than December.

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Context

Our verdict

Wadi Rum ("Valley of the Moon") is Jordan's desert: 280 sq miles 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 favorite month (9.5/10): 59-82°F, 2% rain, ideal desert temperatures.

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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 monthJune · 93°F

❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 57°F

🌧️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 82°F highs, 59°F 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 59°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.

Is Wadi Rum good in winter?

In winter (December-February), Wadi Rum scores 7.1/10 on average — Acceptable 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 December?

The average UV index reaches 4 in December in Wadi Rum (moderate), with about 10.1h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.