Our verdict
The best time to visit Jordan is April-May
In the summer months, temperatures in Amman can climb to a maximum of around 37℃ (99℉) during the day. The temperature at night in the winter can drop to as low as 4℃ (39℉), although this can differ at other destinations across Jordan depending on the geography.
If you’re keen to work on your tan in Jordan, you’re most likely to get the longest days between sun-up and sun-down around July. On average it rains the most days in February, making it the wettest month of the year. Although it’s the wet season, it can often rain a little bit during the day or evening but have fine weather for a majority of the day too, so don’t let this put you off.
Keep reading to read all the info you need (and none of the stuff you don’t) about the best times to go to Jordan. By the time you get to the bottom, you’ll have found out all there is to know about when to go, and you’ll be ready to start booking your flights! Who knows, we might even have some surprises waiting for you when you get there!Quick links: Fast facts / Seasons / Average temperatures / FAQs / Map
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Jordan seasons
Before you plan your trip, it’s important to know when the seasons are as they may be different to yours depending on where you’re travelling from. Jordan is in the Northern hemisphere, so the seasons fall on:
Season | Months |
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Summer | June to August |
Autumn/fall | September to November |
Winter | December to February |
Spring | March to May |
Best time to visit the top destinations in Jordan
We’ve put together a breakdown of the average minimum and maximum temperatures by month, as well as the best times to visit for each. To learn more about these destinations including detailed climate breakdowns and much more, click or tap the city/destination name below.
City | Best time to visit | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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Amman | April-May | ↑↓ | 14℃6℃ | 16℃7℃ | 19℃9℃ | 24℃12℃ | 29℃17℃ | 32℃19℃ | 34℃21℃ | 34℃21℃ | 31℃19℃ | 27℃17℃ | 21℃13℃ | 15℃8℃ |
Top FAQs
Check out these guides for the top must-see destinations in Jordan: