Weather in May in Jordan
Considering a trip to Jordan this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Jordan in May?
May in Jordan generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.
Temperatures
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Wadi Musa at 29°C to very warm in Aqaba at 33°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C in Aqaba and 16°C in Wadi Musa. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.To explore the conditions in Jordan in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Aqaba with an average of 0.5 mm to low rainfall in Irbid with 9.1 mm.Average sunshine
The city Amman usually sees around 329 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Jordan climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Jordan?
Amman
In May Amman generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Aqaba
In May Aqaba generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Wadi Musa
In May Wadi Musa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Wadi Rum
In May Wadi Rum generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Sowayma
In May Sowayma generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Jordan?
We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Jordan. Typically, the climate in Amman is perfect.
On average, the best time to visit Jordan is in March, April, May, June, September, October and November with generally perfect weather in Amman. In contrast, January, February and August tend to have tolerable weather conditions.
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