Best Time to Visit Jordan (According To Safari Rent a Car)

The best travel time for Jordan depends on a few factors: where exactly in Jordan you are going, and what the purpose of your trip is. That’s because there are several climate zones in Jordan. Good temperatures will make your trip much more enjoyable. I guess you don’t want to have your visit to Petra be rained out (literally), right?

Speaking for the entire country, the best time to visit Jordan is during spring and early summer (March to June) and during autumn (September to November).

In this article, I’ll explain to you the best time to travel to Jordan, depending on location, weather and travel purpose.

Best Time for a Roundtrip

Most people visit Jordan to make a roundtrip through the country by visiting all the highlights within a week or two. If you’re visiting Jordan for the first time and want to explore the best sights and activities, you really don’t want to miss out on anything because of the weather.

The best time for a roundtrip in Jordan is during spring and early summer (March to June) and during autumn (September to November). Those are the months where you’ll have pleasantly warm weather across the country.

During spring, early summer and autumn, temperatures average 25°C (77°F) in Amman and 30°C (86°F) in southern regions like Aqaba or Wadi Rum. Perfect to travel around the country.

If you’re interested in visiting a specific part of Jordan, check out the best time to visit by region.

Best Month to Visit Jordan

Jordan by Month	What to Expect
Visit Jordan in January	January is the coldest month in Jordan, and also the most unpredictable. Weather in Aqaba and at the Dead Sea is usually mild, but can get chilly on some days. Rain and snowfall is common in Amman.
Visit Jordan in February	February is a relatively cold month in Jordan. Temperatures are more stable when compared to January. However, February isn’t the best time to travel if you’re planning on doing a roundtrip. It’s a good month for trekking activities (depending on the area).
Visit Jordan in March	Temperatures start to increase after winter. Pleasant weather across the country. March is a great time to visit Jordan if you’re planning on doing long hikes. Avoid March if you’re planning to visit Wadi Mujib (opens in April).
Visit Jordan in April	If you are into beautiful landscapes, you will love the flourishing nature of Jordan in April. Particularly the northern regions (Jerash, Ajloun, Umm Qais) are surrounded by green hills and flowers in full blossom.
Visit Jordan in May	Pleasant warm weather across the country. May is a great month for a roundtrip in Jordan. Note however, that May is one of peak times of tourism in Jordan. Expect more crowds in places like Petra.
Visit Jordan in June	Temperatures are very warm in most parts of Jordan in June, but still bearable. June is a good month to make a roundtrip in Jordan, unless you’re sensitive to warm weather (in that case, March-May is better).
Visit Jordan in July	Hot temperatures in most parts of Jordan, especially at the Dead Sea and the southern parts like Wadi Rum. Not the best time to travel.
Visit Jordan in August	Hot temperatures in most parts of Jordan, especially at the Dead Sea and the southern parts like Wadi Rum. Not the best time to travel.
Visit Jordan in September	Temperatures start to decrease from September onwards, although September is still a warm month in Jordan. September is a good month to visit Jordan (on a roundtrip) if you are comfortable with temperatures around 30°C (86°F).
Visit Jordan in October	October is a great month to visit Jordan. You can expect pleasantly warm temperatures in all parts of the country. Generally not too hot for hiking.
Visit Jordan in November	November is still a good month to visit Jordan. Temperatures are pleasant during the day in most parts of the country. It can get chilly at night. November is usually the month where the first rainfalls happen in cities like Amman.
Visit Jordan in December	December is very mild in most parts of Jordan. Places like the Dead Sea and Aqaba are great destinations for a winter escape. Expect some rainfalls in Petra and Amman.