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Wadi Rum

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Wadi Rum

Aqaba, Jordan
Best timeMar–Apr & Oct–Nov
Set inAqaba, Jordan
In season~77°F high
Climate
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Climate

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

41–95°F
Nearest airportAQJ
CurrencyJOD
LanguageArabic
TimezoneUTC+03:00
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Map showing the location of Wadi Rum
Directions (Google Maps) →
Historical monthly weather
Sunny share of daylightJul · 94%
WarmestJul · 95°F
WettestJan
Best windowMar–Apr & Oct–Nov
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Desert sandstone towers and long adventurous trad.

Best time to visit

Two separate windows work best: Mar–Apr & Oct–Nov. Pick the one that matches what you came for.

On foot

The classic way in is the Jebel Rum trad approach. Nearest airport is AQJ.

Pairs well with

Petra
52 mi away
Saint Catherine Monastery
112 mi away
Cavern of the Patriarchs
136 mi away
Dead Sea
137 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Wadi Rum?

The best time to visit Wadi Rum is March–April & October–November, in Aqaba, Jordan.

Where is Wadi Rum?

Wadi Rum is in Aqaba, Jordan. The nearest major airport is AQJ.

What is Wadi Rum known for?

Desert sandstone towers and long adventurous trad.