Amman weather in January (Amman Governorate, Jordan)

How does the January weather in Amman compare to other months? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The typical weather for January in Amman includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is a notable month of the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 14°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 5°C. Experience the mildest weather of the year in January.

Precipitation

Amman in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 47 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 10 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 180 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Amman. March, April, May, June, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and August tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Amman climate page with graphs.

 

Amman, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 32%  

Precipitation 47 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 68%  

Windspeed 11 km/h  

Sunshine 180 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 65%  

Where to go in Jordan in January

Find out more about the weather in Jordan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

5/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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