Al Salt Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Al Salt.
Climate overview of Al Salt
Al Salt, Balqa Governorate (Al-Balqa), Jordan, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 36°C (97°F) in August, while winters cool to 16°C (61°F) in January.
Rainfall is extremely rare, with only 227 mm (8.9 in) falling across the entire year. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 12.9 hours of daily sunshine.
Al Salt Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Al Salt - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Al Salt
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very hot to moderate in Al Salt. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 36°C (97°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 16°C (61°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 22°C (72°F) in August to around 7°C (45°F) during January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Al Salt
Al Salt has a dry climate with very low precipitation, averaging 227 mm (8.9 in) of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, February it receives moderate rainfall, averaging 56 mm (2.2 in) of precipitation, recorded across 10 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month July brings less rainfall, with 0.4 mm (0.02 in) over 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Al Salt 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 Al Salt
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Al Salt. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 12.9 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 6.0 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Al Salt by Month
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Al Salt.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 68%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 34%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Al Salt
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s (4 knots) in September, October, November and December to 4 m/s (8 knots) in July. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Al Salt
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
- Best overall: March, April and November
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: June and July
- Fewer rainy days: May, June, July, August and September
- Seasonal pattern: A distinct dry season from March to December, with very hot summers and mild winters
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Al Salt
What is the best time to visit Al Salt?
March, April and November typically offer the most optimal weather in Al Salt. In contrast, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions. Al Salt has a distinct dry season from March to December, with very hot summers and mild winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Al Salt?
Daytime highs range from 16°C (61°F) in January to 36°C (97°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 7°C (45°F) to 22°C (72°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Al Salt get?
Annual rainfall is around 227 mm (8.9 in). February is the wettest month with 56 mm (2.2 in), while July is the driest with 0.4 mm (0.02 in).
How sunny is Al Salt?
Al Salt receives around 3,291 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 388 hours, while January is the cloudiest with just 180 hours. Overall, Al Salt enjoys abundant sunshine.
Al Salt 3-Day Forecast
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