Petra weather in May
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies. Average highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C, with around 1 rainy day expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Petra. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
28°C
Average low
17°C
Rainy days
1 days
Best months to visit
April, May, June, July, August, September, October
What to do in Petra in May
Whatever the weather, Petra rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
The Siq and Treasury
Petra by Night
Monastery hike
Little Petra
Wadi Rum desert
Bedouin camp
What to pack for May
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
13C
Cool, with occasional showers.
February
15C
Cool, with occasional showers.
March
19C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Recommended
April
24C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
May (you are here)
28C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
June
30C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
July
32C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
August
32C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
September
30C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
October
26C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
November
20C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
December
16C
Cool, with occasional showers.
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