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Jordan Weather in October

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

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Amman Aqaba Wadi Musa Wadi Rum

Planning a trip to Jordan this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Jordan in October

October in Jordan generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Wadi Musa at 28°C (82°F) to very warm in Aqaba at 31°C (88°F). At night it cools down to 18°C (64°F) in Aqaba and 16°C (61°F) in Wadi Musa.

For specific regional insights in Jordan, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Aqaba with an average of 1.3 mm (0.1 in) to low rainfall in Irbid with 11 mm (0.4 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Amman sees close to 276 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Jordan by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Jordan - and find the best time to visit. (based on Amman)

January14°C (57°F) February16°C (61°F) March20°C (68°F) April25°C (77°F) May30°C (86°F) June33°C (91°F) This monthJuly34°C (93°F) August35°C (95°F) September33°C (91°F) October29°C (84°F) November22°C (72°F) December16°C (61°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Jordan in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Jordan.

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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Jordan?

Temperature range in Jordan (October)

Precipitation variation in Jordan (October)

Amman

In October Amman generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
29°C (84°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
312 hours
276 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.3 mm (0.1 in)
7.1 mm (0.3 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
3 days
5 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Amman →

Aqaba

In October Aqaba generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
31°C (88°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
291 hours
282 hours
246 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.1 mm (0 in)
1.3 mm (0.1 in)
2.2 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Aqaba →

Wadi Musa

In October Wadi Musa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
28°C (82°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
318 hours
291 hours
246 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
4.9 mm (0.2 in)
7.4 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Wadi Musa →

Wadi Rum

In October Wadi Rum generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
29°C (84°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
291 hours
282 hours
246 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
3.9 mm (0.2 in)
3.5 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Wadi Rum →

Sowayma

In October Sowayma generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
30°C (86°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
309 hours
276 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
6.8 mm (0.3 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
2 days
4 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Sowayma →

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Amman 29°C (84°F) 16°C (61°F) 7.1 mm (0.3 in)
Aqaba 31°C (88°F) 18°C (64°F) 1.3 mm (0.1 in)
Wadi Musa 28°C (82°F) 16°C (61°F) 4.9 mm (0.2 in)
Wadi Rum 29°C (84°F) 16°C (61°F) 3.9 mm (0.2 in)
Sowayma 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 6.8 mm (0.3 in)
Madaba 29°C (84°F) 18°C (64°F) 5.4 mm (0.2 in)

Jordan weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Jordan in October?

Jordan typically experiences excellent weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Amman average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 16°C (61°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Jordan in October?

Daytime temperatures in Amman peak at roughly 29°C (84°F) in October, dropping to about 16°C (61°F) overnight.

Does Jordan get a lot of rain in October?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Jordan during October, with Amman averaging close to 7.1 mm (0.3 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Jordan?

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit Jordan with overall excellent weather in Amman.

On average, the best time to visit Jordan is in March, April, October and November with generally excellent weather in Amman. On the other hand, the weather in July and August tend to be less favorable.

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