Petra Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
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.
Monthly Temperature in Petra
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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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Petra
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.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Petra
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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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Petra by Month
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.
Relative humidity over the year
Petra 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Petra
The best time to visit Petra is during March, April, May, October and November, when the dry conditions provide ideal temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (85°F). With minimal rainfall throughout the year, you can expect consistently clear, sunny days.While rain is rare, remember to stay hydrated and protect yourself from the sun while you're outside. Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
