Jordan Petra Weather in May (late spring · still ideal) — Climate Guide
May (late spring · still ideal) in Petra is Ideal
Petra Weather in May (late spring · still ideal) — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 28° / 12°
- Rainfall
- 5mm · 1 days
- Crowds
- Busy
As of 2026, Petra in May (late spring · still ideal) averages a high of 28°C and low of 12°C with 5mm of rain over about 1 days. T-shirts + shorts daytime, light jacket for evenings + Wadi Rum nights. Sun hat essential.
May (late spring · still ideal) is Ideal for Petra.
Last ideal Petra month before summer heat — 12/28°C, dry skies, perfect for full Petra circuit. Hotels still at peak rates. Monastery climb in afternoon getting warm — start early. Wadi Rum jeep tour at canonical conditions.
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Petra May (late spring · still ideal) Weather Stats
Avg High
28°C
Avg Low
12°C
Rainy Days
1
5mm total
Sunshine
10h
Daily avg
Humidity
45%
Warm + dry
UV Index
9
Very high
Wind
6 km/h
Gusts 12
Sea Temp
24°C
Red Sea perfect
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
May (late spring · still ideal) Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
18 μg/m³
PM10
40 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
28°C
Nighttime
11°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
6 km/h
Max gust 12 km/h
Activities Recommended for May (late spring · still ideal)
May (late spring · still ideal) Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- 12/28°C still ideal
- Almost no rain
- 10 hours of sunshine
- Wadi Rum jeep peak conditions
Cons
- Hotels peak rates
- Afternoon heat building
- UV high (9)
May (late spring · still ideal) Events & Festivals
- Independence Day (May 25)
Petra in May (late spring · still ideal) — Full Picture
Last ideal Petra month before summer heat — 12/28°C, dry skies, perfect for full Petra circuit. Hotels still at peak rates. Monastery climb in afternoon getting warm — start early. Wadi Rum jeep tour at canonical conditions.
What to Wear & What to Pack
T-shirts + shorts daytime, light jacket for evenings + Wadi Rum nights. Sun hat essential.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current22.3°C
8°C
2.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
34°C
17.3°C
0/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
24.7°C
10.7°C
2.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
11.3°C
0.3°C
5.3/mo
Petra Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10° | -1° | 5d·30mm | 6h | 65% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 12° | 0° | 5d·28mm | 7h | 62% | 4 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 17° | 4° | 4d·22mm | 8h | 55% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 22° | 8° | 3d·12mm | 9h | 50% | 7 | Busy | Peak | |
| 28° | 12° | 1d·5mm | 10h | 45% | 9 | Busy | Peak | |
| 32° | 16° | 0d·0mm | 11h | 40% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 35° | 18° | 0d·0mm | 12h | 35% | 11 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 35° | 18° | 0d·0mm | 12h | 35% | 11 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 31° | 15° | 1d·2mm | 11h | 40% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 25° | 11° | 2d·8mm | 9h | 50% | 7 | Busy | Peak | |
| 18° | 6° | 4d·20mm | 7h | 60% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 12° | 2° | 6d·32mm | 6h | 65% | 3 | Moderate | Peak |
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Petra May (late spring · still ideal) Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is May (late spring · still ideal) a good time to visit Petra?
Petra in May (late spring · still ideal) is Ideal. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Petra in May (late spring · still ideal)?
Petra May (late spring · still ideal) averages a high of 28°C and a low of 12°C.
Does it rain much in Petra in May (late spring · still ideal)?
Petra May (late spring · still ideal) averages 5mm of rainfall over about 1 rainy days.
What should I wear in Petra in May (late spring · still ideal)?
T-shirts + shorts daytime, light jacket for evenings + Wadi Rum nights. Sun hat essential.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Petra in May (late spring · still ideal)?
Petra May (late spring · still ideal) sunrise is 05:00 and sunset is 18:30, with 13h 30min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Petra in May (late spring · still ideal)?
Petra May (late spring · still ideal) air quality (AQI) averages 45, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 18μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Petra in May (late spring · still ideal)?
In May (late spring · still ideal), Petra is great for Sunrise Petra essential, Monastery early morning, Wadi Rum jeep.
Is May (late spring · still ideal) peak season in Petra?
Petra May (late spring · still ideal) crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.