Jordan Petra Weather in October (autumn peak · second-best month) — Climate Guide
October (autumn peak · second-best month) in Petra is Perfect
Petra Weather in October (autumn peak · second-best month) — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 25° / 11°
- Rainfall
- 8mm · 2 days
- Crowds
- Busy
As of 2026, Petra in October (autumn peak · second-best month) averages a high of 25°C and low of 11°C with 8mm of rain over about 2 days. T-shirts + sweater for evenings. Layers + sun hat. Walking clothes for full Petra circuit.
October (autumn peak · second-best month) is Perfect for Petra.
Petra's other best month — 11/25°C, low rainfall, perfect for the full circuit. Hotels at peak rates again as autumn travelers arrive. Monastery climb canonical conditions. Equal to April for ideal Petra weather.
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Petra October (autumn peak · second-best month) Weather Stats
Avg High
25°C
Avg Low
11°C
Rainy Days
2
8mm total
Sunshine
9h
Daily avg
Humidity
50%
Cool + dry
UV Index
7
High
Wind
6 km/h
Gusts 12
Sea Temp
26°C
Red Sea perfect
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
October (autumn peak · second-best month) Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
18 μg/m³
PM10
40 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
25°C
Nighttime
10°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
6 km/h
Max gust 12 km/h
Activities Recommended for October (autumn peak · second-best month)
October (autumn peak · second-best month) Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Ideal 11/25°C
- Perfect Monastery weather
- Wadi Rum canonical
- Red Sea still warm
Cons
- Hotels peak rates again
- Treasury crowds peak
- Need to book Wadi Rum camps 1+ month ahead
October (autumn peak · second-best month) Events & Festivals
- Autumn shoulder peak — October travelers
Petra in October (autumn peak · second-best month) — Full Picture
Petra's other best month — 11/25°C, low rainfall, perfect for the full circuit. Hotels at peak rates again as autumn travelers arrive. Monastery climb canonical conditions. Equal to April for ideal Petra weather.
What to Wear & What to Pack
T-shirts + sweater for evenings. Layers + sun hat. Walking clothes for full Petra circuit.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
22.3°C
8°C
2.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
34°C
17.3°C
0/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current24.7°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 October (autumn peak · second-best month) Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is October (autumn peak · second-best month) a good time to visit Petra?
Petra in October (autumn peak · second-best month) is Perfect. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Petra in October (autumn peak · second-best month)?
Petra October (autumn peak · second-best month) averages a high of 25°C and a low of 11°C.
Does it rain much in Petra in October (autumn peak · second-best month)?
Petra October (autumn peak · second-best month) averages 8mm of rainfall over about 2 rainy days.
What should I wear in Petra in October (autumn peak · second-best month)?
T-shirts + sweater for evenings. Layers + sun hat. Walking clothes for full Petra circuit.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Petra in October (autumn peak · second-best month)?
Petra October (autumn peak · second-best month) sunrise is 06:20 and sunset is 17:10, with 10h 50min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Petra in October (autumn peak · second-best month)?
Petra October (autumn peak · second-best month) air quality (AQI) averages 45, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 18μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Petra in October (autumn peak · second-best month)?
In October (autumn peak · second-best month), Petra is great for Petra full + Monastery, Wadi Rum jeep + bubble glamping, Dead Sea float.
Is October (autumn peak · second-best month) peak season in Petra?
Petra October (autumn peak · second-best month) crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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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.