City in Aqaba Governorate, Jordan
Aqaba weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Aqaba
Oct–Apr is warm and pleasant, 20–28 °C; Jun–Aug reaches 40 °C+. Water stays warm enough for diving year-round.
Aqaba weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan21°9 mm
- Feb23°10 mm
- Mar27°5 mm
- Apr32°4 mm
- May36°1 mm
- Jun39°0 mm
- Jul40°0 mm
- Aug40°0 mm
- Sep38°2 mm
- Oct34°3 mm
- Nov27°6 mm
- Dec22°5 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°C69°F | 9°C48°F | 9 mm | 57% | Pleasant |
| February | 23°C73°F | 10°C50°F | 10 mm | 51% | Pleasant |
| March | 27°C81°F | 13°C55°F | 5 mm | 45% | Pleasant |
| April | 32°C89°F | 16°C61°F | 4 mm | 38% | Pleasant |
| May | 36°C97°F | 20°C68°F | 1 mm | 34% | Very hot |
| June | 39°C102°F | 22°C72°F | 0 mm | 36% | Very hot |
| July | 40°C105°F | 24°C75°F | 0 mm | 37% | Very hot |
| August | 40°C104°F | 24°C76°F | 0 mm | 41% | Very hot |
| September | 38°C100°F | 22°C72°F | 2 mm | 46% | Very hot |
| October | 34°C92°F | 20°C67°F | 3 mm | 48% | Hot |
| November | 27°C81°F | 15°C59°F | 6 mm | 51% | Pleasant |
| December | 22°C72°F | 10°C51°F | 5 mm | 55% | Pleasant |
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Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Aqaba?
Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Oct–Apr is warm and pleasant, 20–28 °C; Jun–Aug reaches 40 °C+. Water stays warm enough for diving year-round.
When is the rainy season in Aqaba?
Rain peaks in February with about 10 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Aqaba?
July, with average highs of 40°C (105°F).
How cold does Aqaba get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 9°C (48°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 4°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.