What is the best time to visit Jordan?
With over 300 days of sunshine, Jordan is blessed with great weather conducive to travel and sightseeing for most of the year. However, due to its diverse topography, the country experiences varied conditions in different regions, and temperatures can even be quite extreme in certain locations. It’s advisable to know the best time to visit Jordan to make the most of your vacation.
Jordan sees pleasant temperatures and sunny and dry days during spring, from March to May, and fall season, from September to November, making these periods the best time of the year for Jordan tours. These months are busy, but if you plan your travel during the shoulder months of March and November, you will experience great weather and face relatively leaner crowds.
Winters in Jordan can get quite cold, with rain, snow, and sub-zero temperatures in some parts of the country. Expectedly, it is not a popular time to visit the country. Jordan attractions such as Amman, Petra, and Wadi Rum, see temperatures in the 50s and low 60s, while the resort town of Aqaba experiences slightly warmer temperatures in the 70s.
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- Ring in the New Year with some relaxation and rejuvenation at Aqaba’s fabulous beach resorts
- Visit the many fascinating exhibits at the Jordan Museum
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- Get a peek into Bedouin culture at the Aqaba Traditional Arts Festival
- Visit the Bethany-Beyond-the-Jordan church that sits on the border of Jordan and Israel
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- Come upon the most mesmerizing frames when you trek to the rock bridges of the Wadi Rum
- Be awed as you come upon the 2000-year-old Treasury at Petra after walking through the Siq gorge
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- Take in Wadi Rum’s magical landscape on a Jeep tour
- Luxuriate in the healing waters of the Ma’in Hot Springs
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- Experience Petra at night, lit up with hundreds of candles and a mesmerizing sight
- Go back in time as you explore the Amman Citadel ruins
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- Spend a night in a Bedouin camp in the Wadi Rum desert
- Go on an early morning guided tour of the spectacular ruins of Petra.
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- Go on a day trip from Amman to Jerash and explore its beautifully preserved Roman ruins
- Enjoy the upbeat vibe at Rainbow Street in Amman
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- Head to the Wadi Rum for a chance to witness the magic of the Perseid meteor shower.
- Marvel at the grandeur of the King Abdullah Mosque in Amman
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- Discover an enchanting and colorful underwater world while snorkeling in Aqaba Marine Park
- Hike through the Wadi Rum desert and marvel at its massive canyons
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- Check out the Thamudic and Nabataean petroglyphs in Wadi Rum
- Float in the salt-rich waters of the Dead Sea
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- Imagine how life would have been 2000 years back as you sit on the steps of the grand Roman Theatre in Amman
- Discover Jordan’s colorful arts and crafts at the souks of Aqaba
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- Learn to whip Jordanian specialties such as hummus, falafel, and more in an interactive cooking session in Petra
- Marvel at the fabulous collection of vintage and modern cars at the Royal Automobile Museum in Amman
What to Pack for a Trip to Jordan?
Despite its desert-like and warm weather imagery, Jordan sees significant variations based on season and topography, and what you pack is based on when you visit the country.
If you are traveling during the popular spring and autumn seasons, pack layers that you can add or remove based on weather conditions. Take a warm layer such as a light jacket, sweater, and rain gear to account for differences in day and night temperatures.
Summer temperatures in Jordan can reach 100°F, so pack lightweight clothing made of natural fabrics such as cotton and linen. Winters in Jordan can get cold, wet, and even snowy, depending on where you are traveling to. Carry sufficient warm layers, including a good quality winter jacket, especially if visiting high-altitude destinations.
Jordan is a fairly conservative country when it comes to dressing. It is best to dress to cover your shoulders and knees. For women, short-sleeve and long-sleeve T-shirts, tops, flowy dresses, capris, jeans, or long pants work well. Short and long sleeve T-shirts and shirts, khakis, or linen pants are recommended for men. Western-style bathing suits are acceptable for the Dead Sea resorts.
If you are traveling during the warmer months, carry sufficient sun protection; a wide-brimmed sun hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Good quality sandals and walking shoes are also recommended for a comfortable sightseeing experience.
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