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Petra Weather in May

May in Petra averages 24°C (75°F) during the day and 15°C (59°F) at night. The perfect conditions and moderate rainfall make it a solid month to visit.

Rainfall in Petra in May

You can expect rain on roughly 9 days based on historical data, averaging 36 mm (1.4 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Petra in May

If you're visiting Petra in May, expect perfect temperatures with highs of 24°C (75°F) and overnight lows of 15°C (59°F). Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. Nights drop to around 15°C (59°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Petra in May

The month enjoys around 290 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, April, May, June, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances for Petra.

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Petra Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 24°C (75°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 36 mm (1.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
SunshineSunshine 290 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 70% *  
* Data from: Pollença, Spain (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Best Places in Spain in May

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Legend 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).

What to Wear in Petra in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella for occasional showers. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Petra in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
9/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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