Aqaba Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Aqaba’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
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very hot to pleasant in Aqaba. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a very hot 37°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 19°C. At night, minimum temperatures can drop even lower, averaging around 8°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Aqaba by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, when the sun's heating is most intense. July, the city’s warmest month, enjoys 347 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 11 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 2 days. It records 229 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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Aqaba Temperatures Compared World Wide
Aqaba’s average annual maximum temperature is 29°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
Glasgow, Scotland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 13°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Meanwhile, New York City, USA, experiences a more pronounced seasonal variation with an average annual temperature of 17°C.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys warm summers and mild winters, with an average annual temperature of 21°C.
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 Aqaba, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 32% humidity, which is considered low. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 19°C. In the warmest month, July, the humidity is 17% combined with an average maximum temperature of 37°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.
Global Warming and Its Effects
Climate change is affecting worldwide temperatures, including in Aqaba. It has massive impacts on both local and global levels:
- Global Temperature Rise: The average global land and sea temperatures have risen by about 1.2°C since pre-industrial times.
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Local Impacts: Most regions of the world are witnessing warmer winters with fewer frost and snowfall days. The global frequency and severity of heatwaves have increased. For example, Europe's summers of 2018, 2019, and 2020 all broke records. Summers are also becoming drier; however, during winter, inland regions have experienced increased rainfall. This has caused elevated river levels and more cases of flooding.
Many countries are experiencing earlier springs and later autumns. This is why some bird species have shifted their migration dates.
For more detailed information about Aqaba’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Aqaba climate page.
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