Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Petra.
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Located in southeastern Jordan, Petra has a warm desert climate characterized by wide temperature variations and low precipitation. Summers are warm but rarely extremely hot, while nights can be cool, even after the hottest days. Winters are generally cool, with night frosts not being uncommon.
The summer months are always dry, while winter brings some precipitation, though it remains minimal. About 362 mm (14 in) of precipitation falls annually.
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In Petra, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C (91°F) in August to a moderate 15°C (59°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 21°C (70°F) in August to 5°C (41°F) in January.
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Petra sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture, averaging 93 mm (3.7 in) of rainfall per year. The seasons in Petra bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, January, receives low rainfall, with an average of 24 mm (0.9 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 5 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0.1 mm (0 in) over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Petra Precipitation page.
In Petra, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 12.8 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 7.4 hours per average day.
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The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Petra.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 65%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 40%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
March, April, May, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather in Petra. In contrast, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions. Petra has very little rainfall year-round, with very warm summers and mild winters.
Daytime highs range from 15°C (59°F) in January to 33°C (91°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 5°C (41°F) to 21°C (70°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 93 mm (3.7 in). January is the wettest month with 24 mm (0.9 in), while July is the driest with 0.1 mm (0 in).
Petra receives around 3,509 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 384 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 223 hours. Overall, Petra enjoys abundant sunshine.
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