Aqaba Governorate Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Aqaba Governorate, Jordan in August.

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Aqaba Wadi Rum Ramm

Considering a trip to Aqaba Governorate, Jordan this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Aqaba Governorate in August

Aqaba Governorate, Jordan is a region in Jordan. August in Aqaba Governorate generally has very hot temperatures, with almost no precipitation. During August, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very hot and range from 35°C (95°F) in Wadi Rum to 37°C (99°F) in Aqaba. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Aqaba and 21°C (70°F) in Wadi Rum. 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 learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Aqaba Governorate, Jordan, check out the map below.

Precipitation

August is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 0.1 mm (0 in) in Aqaba.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Aqaba sees close to 347 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Aqaba Governorate by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Aqaba Governorate — and find the best time to visit. (based on Aqaba)

January19°C (66°F) February21°C (70°F) March25°C (77°F) April29°C (84°F) May33°C (91°F) This monthJune36°C (97°F) July37°C (99°F) August37°C (99°F) September35°C (95°F) October31°C (88°F) November26°C (79°F) December21°C (70°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Aqaba Governorate in August

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

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

Temperature range in Aqaba Governorate (August)

Precipitation variation in Aqaba Governorate (August)

Aqaba

In August Aqaba generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
37°C (99°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
347 hours
347 hours
291 hours
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
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Wadi Rum

In August Wadi Rum generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
347 hours
347 hours
291 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
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Ramm

In August Ramm generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
347 hours
347 hours
291 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
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In our records: Jordan August extremes

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

  • In our records, the warmest August day in Jordan reached 48°C (118°F) in Aqaba on August 13, 2025.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Aqaba Governorate in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Aqaba 37°C (99°F) 23°C (73°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)
Wadi Rum 35°C (95°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Ramm 35°C (95°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.3 mm (0.01 in)

Aqaba Governorate weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Aqaba Governorate, Jordan in August?

August in Aqaba Governorate, Jordan brings poor weather. In Aqaba, daytime temperatures are typically around 37°C (99°F) and nighttime lows hover near 23°C (73°F).

What is the average temperature in Aqaba Governorate, Jordan in August?

Average temperatures in Aqaba Governorate, Jordan during August range from a nighttime low near 23°C (73°F) to a daytime high around 37°C (99°F) in Aqaba.

Does Aqaba Governorate, Jordan get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Aqaba Governorate, Jordan during August, with Aqaba averaging close to 0.1 mm (0 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Aqaba Governorate, Jordan?

In our view, August might not be the best time to travel to Aqaba Governorate, Jordan with often unpleasant weather in Aqaba.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Aqaba. In contrast, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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