Amman Governorate Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Amman Governorate, Jordan in January.

Planning a journey to Amman Governorate, Jordan this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Amman Governorate in January

Amman Governorate, Jordan is a region in Jordan. January in Amman Governorate generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Amman. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. However, even though January is the coolest month, you can still find places in Amman Governorate, Jordan with moderate temperatures, ensuring a pleasant experience throughout the year.

For a closer look at conditions across Amman Governorate, Jordan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Dana Biosphere Reserve with an average of 23 mm (0.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Amman with 47 mm (1.9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Amman receives about 180 hours of sunlight in January, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Amman Governorate in January

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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 Amman Governorate

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Amman Governorate, Jordan?

Temperature range in Amman Governorate (January)

Precipitation variation in Amman Governorate (January)

Amman

In January Amman generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
180 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
30 mm (1.2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Dana Biosphere Reserve

In January Dana Biosphere Reserve generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
223 hours
229 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
10 mm (0.4 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Jordan January extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Jordan dropped to -7°C (19°F) in Ma'an on January 15, 2008.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Jordan was 1°C (34°F) in Madaba on January 2, 1992.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Amman Governorate in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Amman 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Dana Biosphere Reserve 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)

Amman Governorate weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Amman Governorate, Jordan in January?

In January, Amman Governorate, Jordan generally has tolerable weather conditions. Amman sees daytime temperatures near 14°C (57°F), with nights cooling to roughly 5°C (41°F).

What is the average temperature in Amman Governorate, Jordan in January?

Amman averages a daytime maximum of 14°C (57°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 5°C (41°F).

Does Amman Governorate, Jordan get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. Amman averages just 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Amman Governorate, Jordan.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Amman Governorate, Jordan?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Amman, January might be a good time to visit Amman Governorate, Jordan. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Amman Governorate, Jordan is in March, April, October and November with generally perfect weather in Amman. On the other hand, the months of July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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