Petra weather in May (Jordan)

Curious about the climate in Petra this May? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

For May, the weather in Petra is generally perfect, featuring high temperatures and almost no rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 29°C, while nights can cool down to about 16°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and there can be hotter days. Dress appropriately and stay hydrated to remain comfortable.

Precipitation

Petra in May usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 3.2 mm for the month. Typically around a single day days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 322 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Petra.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. 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 May

Min Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 5%  

Precipitation 3.2 mm  

Rainy days a single day  

Humidity 40% *  

Sunshine 322 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 92% *  

Data from: Ma'an, Jordan (33 KM, 20 Miles).

Where to go in Jordan in May

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

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

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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