Best Time to Visit Zarqa, Zarqa, Jordan
Zarqa is at its sunniest and driest in April–November.
The best time to visit Zarqa for sunny, dry weather is April–November — 8 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 8.6°C / 47.5°F in January to 26.3°C / 79.3°F in July, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (June) to 47 mm / 1.9 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Zarqa, Zarqa, Jordan's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Zarqa'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 17.4°C63.3°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 21.7°C71.1°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 24.8°C76.6°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 26.3°C79.3°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 26.3°C79.3°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 24.6°C76.3°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 21.1°C70°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| November | 15.1°C59.2°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Zarqa?
The best time to visit Zarqa for sunny, dry weather is April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 26.3°C / 79.3°F, and the driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Zarqa's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Zarqa?
The rainy season at Zarqa, Zarqa runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 11 mm / 0.4 in. The wettest single month is January (47 mm / 1.9 in).
What is the driest month in Zarqa?
The driest month in Zarqa is June, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 24.8°C / 76.6°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Zarqa?
The least comfortable months for travel to Zarqa — 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 47 mm / 1.9 in in January, and the coldest month averages 8.6°C / 47.5°F.
Is Zarqa climate different from Jordan overall?
Yes, usually. Our Zarqa 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 Zarqa specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.