If you’re planning your next trip to Jordan, the big question is “What is the best time to go to Jordan?”. We’re all looking for the perfect tour, but it isn’t perfect if you’re not choosing the best time for the attractions you’re planning to visit. For a well spent trip, we encourage you to read a little more about the weather and climate in Jordan, the events taking place all year around and the different adventures you can enjoy during different times of the year.

In terms of seasons and weather, Jordan is a year-round destination, although it has long hot summers and short, cool winters. The climate varies depending on the terrain and altitude. Between March and May, Spring is the most popular time to visit Jordan. You get to enjoy warm temperatures and blooming wildflowers.

Spring is the best time to visit Aqaba if you’re interested in a beach-break before the Summers hot, dry weather. Although Summer can be very hot in places such as Jordan Valley, Aqaba and the Eastern Desert, it’s a great time to visit Jordan because the days are long extending to up to 13 hours of sunshine. You can also visit any part of desert and dunes because the night is known to be chilly even in the summertime, so you can enjoy sleeping under a billion stars. Also, make sure to explore Amman during the evening for glorious temperatures. Autumn is considered the second-best time to visit because it is when the temperature starts to cool off, making it ideal for outdoor adventures and explorations. Finally, Winters in Jordan are cool but short, with temperatures of 5 – 10 degrees Celsius. It’s somewhat cold with a lot of rainfall during December to March and occasional fall of snow. Aqaba is warm during the winter, but the desert temperatures plummet with the mercury hitting sub zero.