Wadi Rum Sunshine Hours by Month

Sunshine plays a big role in understanding the climate of a city. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Wadi Rum, Aqaba Governorate, Jordan. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Wadi Rum changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 3361 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in August and a subtle dip in December.

Daily hours of sunshine

Enjoy up to 11.6 hours of daily sun in July, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in December, with about 7.2 hours of daily sunlight.

Wadi Rum vs Major Cities: Sunshine Compared

Wadi Rum enjoys an average of 3361 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

In contrast, Brussels, Belgium, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

In Chicago, USA, the annual sunshine averages 2520 hours, contributing to its humid continental climate.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Related Climate Data for Wadi Rum

January, Wadi Rum’s wettest month, receives 0.3 mm (0.01 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C (61°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 33°C (91°F).

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Wadi Rum Precipitation page.