Aqaba, Jordan experiences average highs of 30°C (86°F) and lows of 17°C (63°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 1 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Aqaba, Jordan Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Aqaba, Jordan. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Apr–Nov 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
8.2/10
Best: March, April, May, October, November
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 30°C / 17°C
Feels Like 29°C / 17°C
Rainy Days 1
Rainfall 3 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 47%
Wind Speed 14 km/h
Dew Point 12°C
Hottest Month
39°C
July
Avg Low24°C
Rain0days
Coldest Month
10°C
January
Avg High20°C
Rain1days
Driest Month
0days
April
Avg High31°C
Avg Low17°C
Windiest Month
16 km/h
June (Gusts 39)
Sea Temperature
22°C – 29°C
Warmest water: August (
29.3°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding July, August due to extreme heat.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:41
Daylight 14h
Sunset 19:43
Live conditions—
Aqaba on the map · live conditions
Aqaba, Jordan
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Jordan
- City
- Aqaba
- Population
- 95K
- Coordinates
- 29.53°, 35.01°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 1 days/mo
3/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 38°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 0 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 32°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 0 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 21°C
Avg Low 11°C
Rain 1 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 20°C / 10°C . Feb: 21°C / 10°C . Mar: 25°C / 13°C . Apr: 31°C / 17°C . May: 35°C / 20°C . Jun: 38°C / 22°C . Jul: 39°C / 24°C . Aug: 39°C / 24°C . Sep: 36°C / 22°C . Oct: 32°C / 19°C . Nov: 27°C / 16°C . Dec: 22°C / 12°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 4 mm. Feb: 8 mm. Mar: 8 mm. Apr: 2 mm. May: 1 mm. Jun: 0 mm. Jul: 0 mm. Aug: 0 mm. Sep: 0 mm. Oct: 1 mm. Nov: 1 mm. Dec: 6 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 57%. Feb: 54%. Mar: 46%. Apr: 38%. May: 34%. Jun: 37%. Jul: 39%. Aug: 44%. Sep: 50%. Oct: 53%. Nov: 53%. Dec: 58%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 12 km/h . Feb: 13 km/h . Mar: 14 km/h . Apr: 16 km/h . May: 16 km/h . Jun: 16 km/h . Jul: 15 km/h . Aug: 16 km/h . Sep: 16 km/h . Oct: 14 km/h . Nov: 11 km/h . Dec: 11 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 12h. May: 13h. Jun: 13h. Jul: 13h. Aug: 12h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 9h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 22°C . Feb: 22°C . Mar: 22°C . Apr: 22°C . May: 24°C . Jun: 26°C . Jul: 29°C . Aug: 29°C . Sep: 28°C . Oct: 26°C . Nov: 25°C . Dec: 24°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 4. Feb: UV 5. Mar: UV 7. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 6. Nov: UV 5. Dec: UV 4.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 39°C | Jul · 39°C |
| Coldest month | Feb 2025 · 9°C | Jan · 10°C |
| Wettest month | Dec 2025 · 32 mm | Feb · 8 mm |
| Windiest month | Jun 2025 · 16 km/h | Jun · 16 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February
Good March best
Excellent April best
Excellent May best
Excellent June
Good July
Fair August
Fair September
Good October best
Excellent November best
Excellent December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C / 10°C | 17°C / 8°C | 1days (4 mm) Excellent | 9.4h Good | 57% Moderate | 4.3 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| February | 21°C / 10°C | 19°C / 8°C | 2days (8 mm) Excellent | 9.9h Good | 54% Moderate | 5.2 High | Good | View Details |
| March best | 25°C / 13°C | 23°C / 11°C | 2days (8 mm) Excellent | 10.8h Excellent | 46% Moderate | 6.5 High | Excellent | View Details |
| April best | 31°C / 17°C | 29°C / 15°C | 0days (2 mm) Excellent | 11.7h Excellent | 38% Comfortable | 7.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| May best | 35°C / 20°C | 34°C / 20°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 12.6h Excellent | 34% Comfortable | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June | 38°C / 22°C | 37°C / 23°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 12.9h Excellent | 37% Comfortable | 8.1 Very High | Good | View Details |
| July | 39°C / 24°C | 38°C / 26°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 12.7h Excellent | 39% Comfortable | 8.2 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| August | 39°C / 24°C | 39°C / 26°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 12.1h Excellent | 44% Moderate | 7.9 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| September | 36°C / 22°C | 36°C / 23°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.2h Excellent | 50% Moderate | 7.2 Very High | Good | View Details |
| October best | 32°C / 19°C | 31°C / 20°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 10.5h Excellent | 53% Moderate | 6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| November best | 27°C / 16°C | 25°C / 16°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 9.5h Good | 53% Moderate | 4.7 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| December | 22°C / 12°C | 19°C / 10°C | 1days (6 mm) Excellent | 9h Good | 58% Moderate | 4 Moderate | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Aqaba are March, April, May, October, November, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Aqaba, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Aqaba is July, with average daytime highs of 39°C (102°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Aqaba is January, with average overnight lows of 10°C (49°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Aqaba is February, averaging 8mm of precipitation across 2 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Aqaba receives approximately 132 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 13 hours. Based on climate data for Aqaba.
The least favorable months to visit Aqaba are July, August, primarily due to extreme heat. For the best conditions, consider March, April, May, October, November instead.
The annual average UV index in Aqaba is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Aqaba is 47%, classified as dry. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December average 26°C (79°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Aqaba are 14 km/h (9 mph). The windiest month is June with peak winds reaching 16 km/h (10 mph) (gusts up to 39 km/h / 24 mph).
Aqaba averages 22 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 16%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Aqaba is 12°C (54°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Aqaba has a Hot Desert climate, classified as BWh under the Köppen system. Arid climates have very low rainfall relative to temperature, with large swings between daytime heat and cool nights.
The 'feels like' temperature in Aqaba ranges from 17°C (63°F) to 29°C (84°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Aqaba. It earns a climate score of 7.3/10 with Good.
For June in Aqaba, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 38°C (100°F) and 0 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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