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Wadi Rum weather in January (Aqaba Governorate, Jordan)

Curious about the January weather in Wadi Rum? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Wadi Rum generally has moderate temperatures and low rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 16°C, while night temperatures can drop to 4°C. While this is the time of year with slightly cooler averages, it remains comfortably warm.

Wadi Rum in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 11 mm for the month. Even though this month tops the list for annual rainfall, its average precipitation remains notably mild. Rain is expected on roughly 3 days.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 229 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Wadi Rum climate page with graphs.

 

Wadi Rum, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 10%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 11 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
HumidityHumidity 32% *  
SunshineSunshine 229 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Eilat, Israel (45 KM, 28 Miles).

Where to go in Jordan in January

Find out more about the weather in Jordan in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Wadi Rum in January?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly.

What To Do

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

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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