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Petra (Wadi Musa) Weather in December: What to Expect

In December, Petra (Wadi Musa) averages highs of 15.3°C and lows of 8.1°C, with about 5 rainy days (~23 mm). Verdict: Good — comfortablemanageable 15.3°C days. That makes it the 5th hottest of Jordan's 7 main cities this month.

Is December a good time to visit Petra (Wadi Musa)? — Good — comfortable
15.3°C
Avg high
8.1°C
Avg low
5
Rainy days
23 mm
Rainfall

Petra (Wadi Musa) vs other Jordan cities in December

Jordan is not one climate. In December, Aqaba runs to 22.2°C while Amman sits at 13.4°C — a 9°C spread. Here is where Petra (Wadi Musa) falls:

CityAvg highAvg lowRainy days
Aqaba22.2°C12.4°C1
Dead Sea21.9°C16°C4
Wadi Rum16.2°C5.5°C1
Jerash15.8°C6.2°C5
Petra (Wadi Musa)15.3°C8.1°C5
Madaba15°C6.2°C6
Amman13.4°C6.3°C6

What to pack for Petra (Wadi Musa) in December

With highs near 15.3°C and lows around 8.1°C, pack layers — a light jacket for mornings and evenings.

What to do in Petra (Wadi Musa) in December

December's weather suits sightseeing through the day. Top sights:

All things to do in Petra (Wadi Musa)

Petra (Wadi Musa) in December — FAQs

What is the weather like in Petra (Wadi Musa) in December?

In December, Petra (Wadi Musa) averages daytime highs of 15.3°C and overnight lows around 8.1°C, with roughly 5 rainy days and about 23 mm of rain across the month. Good — comfortable — manageable 15.3°C days.

Is December a good time to visit Petra (Wadi Musa)?

Good — comfortable. December is comfortable enough for full-day sightseeing in Petra (Wadi Musa). Among Jordan's cities, Petra (Wadi Musa) is the 5th hottest this month.

What should I pack for Petra (Wadi Musa) in December?

For December (8.1–15.3°C), pack layers — a light jacket for mornings and evenings.

What is there to do in Petra (Wadi Musa) in December?

Petra (Wadi Musa)'s main sights include Petra, Al Khazneh, Montréal Castle, Beidha. The weather suits visiting these comfortably through the day.

Petra (Wadi Musa) weather by month:

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