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Backpacking Potential

100/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

April, May, June

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Weather

8°C – 27°C

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Precipitation

Generally dry

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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Jordan?

The best time to visit Jordan for backpacking is April, May, June, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs.

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These months are especially popular among backpackers in Jordan due to better weather and lower costs.

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Where to go in Jordan?

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Destinations for Backpacking in Jordan

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Aqaba

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Amman

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Dana Biosphere Reserve

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Petra

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Wadi Rum

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Backpacking conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Jordan

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
40Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
8°21
February
58Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
10°19
March
90Excellent
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
13°19
April
100Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
18°9
May
100Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
22°3
June
100Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
25°0
July
90Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°0
August
90Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°1
September
100Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
25°0
October
100Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
21°4
November
100Excellent
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
15°10
December
57Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
10°18

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Jordan

When is the best time to visit Jordan for backpacking?

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The best time to visit Jordan for backpacking is typically in April, May, June, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Jordan?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Jordan, making it a year-round destination for backpacking.

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Plan your backpacking trip to Jordan

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