Weather by month for Amman, the best months to go and how Jordan's regions differ, scored from 10 years of climate data.
Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov
The highest month scores: comfortable temperatures, little rain and plenty of sun.
Highs 18°C to 27°C · 1–5 rain days
Jan, Feb, May, Jun, Sep, Dec
Still good weather, just not quite the top months.
Highs 12°C to 32°C · 0–8 rain days
Jul, Aug
No months with tough weather, but these are only average.
Highs 34°C · 0 rain days
Weather by month
Average highs and lows, rain days, sunshine and our month score out of 10.
| Month | High / low | Rain days | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C / 4°C | 8 days (43 mm) | 8.7 h/day | 6.0/10 |
| February | 14°C / 5°C | 7 days (41 mm) | 9.4 h/day | 7.1/10 |
| Best month: March | 18°C / 8°C | 5 days (27 mm) | 10.5 h/day | 8.7/10 |
| Best month: April | 24°C / 12°C | 3 days (11 mm) | 12.0 h/day | 9.3/10 |
| May | 28°C / 16°C | 1 day (6 mm) | 12.7 h/day | 8.2/10 |
| June | 32°C / 19°C | 0 days (0 mm) | 13.1 h/day | 6.8/10 |
| July | 34°C / 21°C | 0 days (0 mm) | 13.2 h/day | 4.9/10 |
| August | 34°C / 21°C | 0 days (0 mm) | 12.9 h/day | 4.9/10 |
| September | 32°C / 19°C | 0 days (1 mm) | 11.6 h/day | 6.8/10 |
| Best month: October | 27°C / 16°C | 1 day (6 mm) | 10.6 h/day | 9.1/10 |
| Best month: November | 20°C / 11°C | 4 days (15 mm) | 9.4 h/day | 9.3/10 |
| December | 15°C / 7°C | 5 days (24 mm) | 8.5 h/day | 7.8/10 |
Figures for Amman; the country's best months are weighted across its cities. Best months are highlighted. How we score months
Month by month
12°C / 4°C · 8 rain days · 8.7 h sun
Amman's days top out around 12°C, with lows near 4°C and 8 rain days bringing 43mm of rain. It's the wettest month of the year, so pack layers and expect cloudy spells. The score sits at 6, a good time to visit if you don't mind cooler, damp weather.
14°C / 5°C · 7 rain days · 9.4 h sun
Highs reach 14°C and lows 5°C, with just under 7 rain days and 41mm of rain. Sunshine picks up slightly to 9.4 hours a day. The verdict is good, with a score of 7.1, as winter starts to ease.
18°C / 8°C · 5 rain days · 10.5 h sun
Temperatures climb to a high of 18°C and low of 8°C, while rain drops to about 5 days and 27mm. Sun hours rise to 10.5, making for pleasant walking weather. This is a best-rated month with a score of 8.7.
24°C / 12°C · 3 rain days · 12.0 h sun
Highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C bring mild, comfortable days, with rain down to under 3 days and 11mm. Sun hours hit 12 a day. April is the top-scoring month at 9.3, rated best.
28°C / 16°C · 1 rain days · 12.7 h sun
Days warm up to 28°C with lows of 16°C, and rain is scarce at just 1.4 days and 6mm. Sun hours climb to 12.7. It's still rated best, scoring 8.2, though afternoons are noticeably hotter than spring.
32°C / 19°C · 0 rain days · 13.1 h sun
Highs reach 32°C with lows of 19°C, and rain is almost nonexistent at 0.1 days. Sun hours peak near 13.1 a day, meaning strong, dry heat throughout. The score of 6.8 keeps it a good rather than best month, as midday heat can be tough.
34°C / 21°C · 0 rain days · 13.2 h sun
Temperatures hit a high of 34°C and low of 21°C, with zero rain days recorded. Sun hours stay high at 13.2, giving long, intense daylight. This is tough weather for walking tours, and the score reflects it at 4.9, rated ok.
34°C / 21°C · 0 rain days · 12.9 h sun
Highs remain at 34°C with lows of 21°C, and like July, there are no rain days. Sun hours are 12.9, so heat continues to dominate the day. The score stays at 4.9, an ok month best suited to those comfortable with sustained high heat.
32°C / 19°C · 0 rain days · 11.6 h sun
Highs ease slightly to 32°C with lows of 19°C, and rain is still rare at 0.4 days and 1mm. Sun hours drop a touch to 11.6. Conditions remain warm but the score rises to 6.8, a good month as summer heat starts to fade.
27°C / 16°C · 1 rain days · 10.6 h sun
Days cool to a high of 27°C and low of 16°C, with just over 1 rain day and 6mm of rain. Sun hours settle at 10.6, giving warm but comfortable conditions. October scores 9.1, rated best.
20°C / 11°C · 4 rain days · 9.4 h sun
Highs drop to 20°C and lows to 11°C, with rain picking up to 3.5 days and 15mm. Sun hours fall to 9.4 as autumn sets in. It's the joint top month with a score of 9.3, rated best.
15°C / 7°C · 5 rain days · 8.5 h sun
Temperatures settle at a high of 15°C and low of 7°C, with 4.5 rain days bringing 24mm of rain. Sun hours drop to 8.5, the second-lowest of the year. December still scores well at 7.8, rated best, for travellers who don't mind cooler, wetter days.
By trip type
City sightseeing
November, March, April and October work best for city breaks in Amman. Highs range from 17.9°C to 26.9°C in these months, with fewer rain days than the winter months and comfortable walking conditions in the capital's streets.
Beach
November, April, December and March suit the Dead Sea and Red Sea coast. Amman highs sit between 14.7°C and 23.7°C in these months, and the coast stays milder than inland, avoiding the summer heat where Amman reaches 33.7°C.
Hiking & nature
November, December, April and March are the best months for trails like Wadi Rum or Petra's hills. Amman highs range from 14.7°C to 23.7°C, cool enough for walking, though December and November bring more rain days, 4.5 and 3.5 respectively.
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FAQ
August is an ok month for Jordan, with a score of 4.7 out of 10, one of the two lowest of the year. The reason is heat. Average highs reach 33.5°C and nights stay warm at 19.3°C. Rain is almost zero (0 mm) and you get about 12.8 hours of sun a day. It suits travellers who handle heat well and plan outdoor time for early morning or evening.
April and November are the best months, both scoring 9.6 out of 10. In April, highs average 24.2°C, lows 10.6°C, and there are 12.1 hours of sun a day with only 6 mm of rain. November is a little cooler, with highs of 20.1°C and lows of 8.8°C, 7 mm of rain and 9.7 hours of sun. October (9.4) and March (9.3) are close behind.
Yes, January is a good month, with a score of 6.5 out of 10. It is the coldest and wettest month. Highs average 12.8°C and nights drop to 2.6°C, so pack warm layers. Expect about 4.5 rain days and 19 mm of rain. You still get around 9 hours of sun a day, which makes daytime sightseeing comfortable.
Yes, October is one of the best months, with a score of 9.4 out of 10. The summer heat has eased. Highs average 26.8°C and lows 14.2°C. Rain is rare, with about 1.1 rain days and 4 mm for the month. You get around 10.6 hours of sun a day, which gives long, dry days for exploring.
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