Jordan · December
Low seasonJordan · Asia
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 14° (57°)7– (45–)21 (70) | 16° (61°)7– (45–)24 (75) | 20° (68°)10– (50–)29 (84) | 25° (77°)14– (57–)33 (91) | 29° (84°)20– (68–)37 (99) | 32° (90°)26– (79–)38 (100) | 34° (93°)29– (84–)39 (102) | 34° (93°)30– (86–)38 (100) | 32° (90°)26– (79–)38 (100) | 28° (82°)20– (68–)34 (93) | 22° (72°)13– (55–)28 (82) | 16° (61°)10– (50–)23 (73) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 3° (37°)-2– (28–)8 (46) | 5° (41°)-1– (30–)9 (48) | 6° (43°)0– (32–)13 (55) | 10° (50°)3– (37–)15 (59) | 13° (55°)6– (43–)20 (68) | 16° (61°)10– (50–)20 (68) | 18° (64°)13– (55–)21 (70) | 18° (64°)13– (55–)21 (70) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)21 (70) | 13° (55°)7– (45–)18 (64) | 9° (48°)2– (36–)14 (57) | 5° (41°)0– (32–)10 (50) |
☀️Sunshine | 7h UV 5 | 7h UV 7 | 8h UV 8 | 11h UV 9 | 12h UV 10 | 13h UV 10 | 13h UV 10 | 12h UV 10 | 11h UV 9 | 9h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 | 7h UV 5 |
🌧Rain Days | 6d76mm (3.0") | 5d67mm (2.6") | 4d46mm (1.8") | 1d15mm (0.6") | 1d19mm (0.7") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 0d0mm (0") | 0d10mm (0.4") | 0d5mm (0.2") | 1d25mm (1.0") | 2d29mm (1.1") | 4d55mm (2.2") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
December in Jordan is on the cool side — with highs around 16°C (61°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 16°C (61°F) during the day and drop to 5°C (41°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 23°C (73°F), the coldest nights around 0°C (32°F). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 4 rain days with 55 mm (2.2 in) total.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Packing list for Jordan in December
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Jumper or fleece
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Jordan?
- December is not an optimal month for Jordan (Score: 50/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider April, May, June, July, August, September, and October.
- How warm is it in Jordan in December?
- In December, Jordan sees daily highs of 16°C (61°F). Nights cool to 5°C (41°F), with a daily average of 10°C (50°F). Peaks reach around 23°C (73°F), the coldest nights around 0°C (32°F).
- How much rain falls in Jordan in December?
- In December, Jordan receives an average of 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Jordan get in December?
- Jordan averages 7 sunshine hours per day in December — below the annual average.
