Wadi Rum · SpringMonth summary
Wadi Rum weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
61°F – 88°F
🌧 Rainy days
2% of days
☀️ Sunshine
13.0h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
8.9/10
📅 📅 Best month
October (9.4/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Wadi Rum in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're looking for maximum sunshine — 13.0h per day on average.
❌ No if: you struggle with heat — temperatures regularly exceed 30°F.
Our take: Wadi Rum in May: 88°F and 13.0h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Wadi Rum in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Wadi Rum. Temperatures rise (31°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain is virtually absent (2% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if October (9.4/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 39°F | 57°F | 5% | 0.0in | 9.9h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ February | 39°F | 61°F | 6% | 0.0in | 10.3h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 46°F | 68°F | 6% | 0.0in | 11.4h | 8.0/10 |
| ☀️ April | 54°F | 79°F | 3% | 0.0in | 12.2h | 9.3/10 |
| ☀️ May | 61°F | 88°F | 2% | 0.0in | 13.0h | 8.9/10 |
| ☀️ June | 68°F | 93°F | 0% | 0.0in | 13.1h | 7.9/10 |
| ☀️ July | 70°F | 93°F | 0% | 0.0in | 13.1h | 7.9/10 |
| ☀️ August | 70°F | 93°F | 0% | 0.0in | 12.8h | 7.8/10 |
| ☀️ September | 66°F | 91°F | 0% | 0.0in | 11.4h | 8.0/10 |
| ☀️ October | 59°F | 82°F | 2% | 0.0in | 11.0h | 9.4/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 50°F | 72°F | 3% | 0.0in | 10.3h | 8.3/10 |
| ⛅ December | 43°F | 61°F | 5% | 0.0in | 9.7h | 7.2/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Wadi Rum averages 88°F, 2% rainy days and 13.0h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 8.9/10.
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Comparison
May vs October (best month)
The best month is October (score 9.4/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -3°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +0%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -2.0h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Wadi Rum in May
Is May a good time to visit Wadi Rum?
May is an excellent time to visit Wadi Rum (score 8.9/10). With 88°F, 13.0h of sunshine and 2% rain, conditions are very favourable.
Is it too hot in Wadi Rum in May?
Temperatures reach 88°F. It's intense but manageable with sunscreen and water. Sunshine: 13.0h/day.
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