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Jordan Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Jordan in August.

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Amman Aqaba Wadi Musa Wadi Rum

Considering a trip to Jordan this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Jordan in August

August in Jordan generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with almost no precipitation. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very warm in Wadi Musa at 33°C (91°F) and very hot in Aqaba at 37°C (99°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Aqaba and 21°C (70°F) in Wadi Musa. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Jordan. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Jordan, check out the map below.

Precipitation

August is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 0.2 mm (0.01 in) in Amman.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Amman sees close to 366 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Jordan in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Jordan

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Jordan?

Temperature range in Jordan (August)

Precipitation variation in Jordan (August)

Amman

In August Amman generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
388 hours
366 hours
312 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.1 mm (0 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
1.3 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Amman →

Aqaba

In August Aqaba generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
37°C (99°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
347 hours
347 hours
291 hours
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Aqaba →

Wadi Musa

In August Wadi Musa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
384 hours
366 hours
318 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.1 mm (0 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Wadi Musa →

Wadi Rum

In August Wadi Rum generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
347 hours
347 hours
291 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Wadi Rum →

Sowayma

In August Sowayma generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
36°C (97°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
384 hours
366 hours
309 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
1 mm (0.04 in)
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Sowayma →

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In our records: Jordan August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Jordan in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest August day in Jordan reached 48°C (118°F) in Aqaba on August 13, 2025.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Jordan in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Amman 35°C (95°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Aqaba 37°C (99°F) 23°C (73°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)
Wadi Musa 33°C (91°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Wadi Rum 35°C (95°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Sowayma 36°C (97°F) 24°C (75°F) 1 mm (0.04 in)
Madaba 34°C (93°F) 23°C (73°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)

Jordan weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Jordan in August?

August in Jordan brings poor weather. In Amman, daytime temperatures are typically around 35°C (95°F) and nighttime lows hover near 21°C (70°F).

What is the average temperature in Jordan in August?

Daytime temperatures in Amman peak at roughly 35°C (95°F) in August, dropping to about 21°C (70°F) overnight.

Does Jordan get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in Jordan. Amman averages only about 0.2 mm (0.01 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Jordan?

In our view, August might not be the best time to travel to Jordan with often tolerable weather in Amman.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in March, April, October and November offering mostly perfect weather in Amman. On the other hand, the months of July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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