Amman Governorate Weather in May

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

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Amman Dana Biosphere Reserve

Planning a trip to Amman Governorate, Jordan this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Amman Governorate in May

Amman Governorate, Jordan is a region in Jordan. May in Amman Governorate generally has warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) in Amman. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

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

Precipitation

May is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 5 mm (0.2 in) in Amman.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Amman gets approximately 329 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Amman Governorate by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Amman Governorate — 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 Amman Governorate in May

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

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 Amman Governorate

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

Temperature range in Amman Governorate (May)

Precipitation variation in Amman Governorate (May)

Amman

In May Amman generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
30°C (86°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
258 hours
329 hours
369 hours
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
5 mm (0.2 in)
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Dana Biosphere Reserve

In May Dana Biosphere Reserve generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
322 hours
369 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.7 mm (0.2 in)
2.6 mm (0.1 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Amman Governorate, in Jordan.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Amman 30°C (86°F) 16°C (61°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)
Dana Biosphere Reserve 30°C (86°F) 17°C (63°F) 2.6 mm (0.1 in)

Amman Governorate weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Amman Governorate, Jordan typically experiences pleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Amman average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 16°C (61°F) at night.

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

Amman averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 16°C (61°F).

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

May is on the drier side in Amman Governorate, Jordan. Amman averages only about 5 mm (0.2 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Amman Governorate, Jordan with overall perfect weather in Amman. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, March, April, October and November provide perfect weather in Amman. In contrast, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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