Weather in Petra (Wadi Musa)
What's the weather like in Petra (Wadi Musa)?
Petra (Wadi Musa) has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and low overall rainfall. Average daytime highs range from 12°C (54°F) in January to 33°C (91°F) in July, with overnight lows around 3°C (37°F) and 20°C (68°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Petra (Wadi Musa) are March through May, and October through November.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇯🇴 Jordan
- Region
- Middle East
- Time zone
- Asia/Amman
- Coordinates
- 30.328, 35.444
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C / 54°F | 3°C / 37°F | 30 mm | 5 | 0 |
| February | 14°C / 57°F | 4°C / 39°F | 30 mm | 4 | 0 |
| March | 18°C / 64°F | 7°C / 45°F | 25 mm | 4 | 0 |
| April | 23°C / 73°F | 11°C / 52°F | 15 mm | 2 | 0 |
| May | 28°C / 82°F | 15°C / 59°F | 5 mm | 1 | 0 |
| June | 32°C / 90°F | 18°C / 64°F | 1 mm | 0 | 0 |
| July | 33°C / 91°F | 20°C / 68°F | 0 mm | 0 | 0 |
| August | 33°C / 91°F | 20°C / 68°F | 0 mm | 0 | 0 |
| September | 31°C / 88°F | 18°C / 64°F | 1 mm | 0 | 0 |
| October | 27°C / 81°F | 14°C / 57°F | 15 mm | 2 | 0 |
| November | 20°C / 68°F | 9°C / 48°F | 30 mm | 4 | 0 |
| December | 14°C / 57°F | 5°C / 41°F | 30 mm | 5 | 0 |
Petra (Wadi Musa) by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Petra (Wadi Musa)?
The most comfortable months in Petra (Wadi Musa) are usually March, April, November, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Petra (Wadi Musa)?
July is typically the hottest month in Petra (Wadi Musa), averaging a high of 33°C (91°F).
What is the coldest month in Petra (Wadi Musa)?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 3°C (37°F).
Does it snow in Petra (Wadi Musa)?
Snow is rare in Petra (Wadi Musa); the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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