Best Time to Visit Aqaba, Aqaba, Jordan
Aqaba is at its sunniest and driest in March–November.
The best time to visit Aqaba for sunny, dry weather is March–November — 9 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–October; the wetter half falls in November–March. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 9.6°C / 49.3°F in January to 27.9°C / 82.2°F in July, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (May) to 7 mm / 0.3 in (February). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Aqaba, Aqaba, Jordan's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Aqaba's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| March | 14.4°C57.9°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 19.5°C67.1°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 23.6°C74.5°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| June | 26.4°C79.5°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 27.9°C82.2°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 27.6°C81.7°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 25.7°C78.3°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| October | 21.5°C70.7°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| November | 15.7°C60.3°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Aqaba?
The best time to visit Aqaba for sunny, dry weather is March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 27.9°C / 82.2°F, and the driest is May with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Aqaba's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Aqaba?
The rainy season at Aqaba, Aqaba runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 3 mm / 0.1 in. The wettest single month is February (7 mm / 0.3 in).
What is the driest month in Aqaba?
The driest month in Aqaba is May, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 23.6°C / 74.5°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Aqaba?
The least comfortable months for travel to Aqaba — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 7 mm / 0.3 in in February, and the coldest month averages 9.6°C / 49.3°F.
Is Aqaba climate different from Jordan overall?
Yes, usually. Our Aqaba figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Jordan figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Aqaba specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.