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Petra

Visit in June — score 95/100 · avg high 99°F · 0 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

How we score

January

68°/28°F
13 rain days
10.2h daylight
High crowds
Average

February

72°/29°F
11 rain days
10.9h daylight
High crowds
Average

March

80°/32°F
6 rain days
11.8h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

April

88°/38°F
3 rain days
12.7h daylight
High crowds
Average

May

95°/45°F
1 rain days
13.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

June

#1
99°/52°F
0 rain days
13.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

July

#2
101°/57°F
0 rain days
13.8h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

August

#3
101°/59°F
0 rain days
13.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

September

98°/55°F
0 rain days
12.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

October

91°/49°F
1 rain days
11.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

November

79°/38°F
4 rain days
10.4h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

December

71°/32°F
8 rain days
10.1h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January1844°68°28°135110.2hHighAverage
February2646°72°29°114510.9hHighAverage
March4852°80°32°62211.8hHighAbove avg
April7460°88°38°31012.7hHighAverage
May9468°95°45°1413.5hModerateBelow avg
June9574°99°52°0013.9hModerateBelow avg
July9577°101°57°0013.8hModerateBelow avg
August9577°101°59°0013.1hModerateBelow avg
September9573°98°55°0112.2hModerateBelow avg
October8467°91°49°1611.2hModerateAverage
November6056°79°38°41510.4hModerateAverage
December3047°71°32°83410.1hHighAbove avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
72/100
High
88°F
Low
38°F
Rain days
3/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Petra (March, April, May) brings average highs of 88°F and lows of 38°F, with about 3 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 72/100, with May being the strongest month of the season at 94/100.

Summer

Score
95/100
High
100°F
Low
56°F
Rain days
0/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Petra (June, July, August) brings average highs of 100°F and lows of 56°F, with about 0 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 95/100, with August being the strongest month of the season at 95/100.

Fall

Score
80/100
High
89°F
Low
47°F
Rain days
2/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Petra (September, October, November) brings average highs of 89°F and lows of 47°F, with about 2 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 80/100, with September being the strongest month of the season at 95/100.

Winter

Score
24/100
High
70°F
Low
29°F
Rain days
11/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Petra (December, January, February) brings average highs of 70°F and lows of 29°F, with about 11 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 24/100, with December being the strongest month of the season at 30/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Petra?
The best month to visit Petra is September, with an overall travel score of 95/100. Expect average highs of 98°F, about 0 rainy days, and moderate tourist crowds.
Is Petra expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Petra are relatively moderate, averaging 77% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is September.
What is the weather like in Petra in December?
December in Petra has average highs of 71°F and lows of 32°F, with approximately 8 rainy days and 10.1 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 30/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Petra?
The most affordable time to visit Petra is September, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in September, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is January (score: 18/100).

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