Amman Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Amman’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Jordan.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The weather in Amman experiences significant differences between warm and cold seasons, with big shifts in temperature. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a very warm 35°C in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 14°C. At night, minimum temperatures can drop even lower, averaging around 5°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Amman by month:
Typically, the coolest time of day is between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest time occurs around 3 PM, when the sun’s heating effect is strongest. August, the city’s warmest month, experiences 366 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 47 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 10 days. It records 180 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Jordan Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Jordan. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Amman Temperatures Compared World Wide
Amman’s average annual maximum temperature is 25°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, stands out with its warm Mediterranean climate and an average annual temperature of 23°C.
Meanwhile, Queenstown, New Zealand, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is mild, with an average annual temperature of 19°C and minimal seasonal variation.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual temperature is 21°C, expect warmer summers and milder winters.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Amman, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 68% humidity, which is considered high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 14°C. In the warmest month, August, the humidity is 38% combined with an average maximum temperature of 35°C, which creates a low-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Amman’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Amman climate page.
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