Petra weather in February (Jordan)

How is the weather in Petra in February? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In February, Petra generally has moderate temperatures and low rainfall. February falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 16°C, while night temperatures can drop to 6°C.

Petra in February usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 21 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 4 days.

With around 227 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Petra. March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Petra, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 13%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 21 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  
HumidityHumidity 59% *  
SunshineSunshine 227 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 82% *  
* Data from: Ma'an, Jordan (33 KM, 20 Miles).

Where to go in Jordan in February

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

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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 Petra in February?

For visitors traveling to Petra, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings.

What To Do

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

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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