Best time to visit
Best time to visit Jordan
Our pick: June and SeptemberBest valueChecked 22 October 2026
Best value: Dec–Feb, Jun, Sep. Busy and pricier: Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Quiet: Jul–Aug.
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Petra and Wadi Rum are best in spring and autumn, when days are warm and nights mild. Summer is very hot in the desert, and winter nights in Wadi Rum can drop close to freezing.
Month by month in Amman
- J11°
- F13°
- M16°
- A20°
- M24°
- J28°
- J30°
- A30°
- S28°
- O24°
- N18°
- D14°
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Average temperature each month (NASA POWER, 2001 to 2025), coloured by season.
Before you go
- Start Petra at opening time to beat both the heat and the tour groups. Check the FCDO advice, which warns against travel to some border areas.
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Questions people ask
Can you visit Petra in summer?
Yes, but it's hot, often well over 30°C. Go early in the morning and carry plenty of water.
What is the warmest month in Amman?
July, averaging 30°C. The coolest is January, at 11°C.
When is peak season in Jordan?
Mar–May, Oct–Nov, when prices are highest. For better value, try Dec–Feb, Jun, Sep.