Monthly climate guide
Wadi Musa weather in May
May in Wadi Musa is typically hot, with average daytime highs around 28°C (82°F) and night-time lows near 13°C (55°F). The month usually brings about 5 mm of rain (very dry) and is mostly sunny. Daytime highs are 5°C warmer than April and 3°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Rain is well below Wadi Musa's usual level (around 72% less).
- Expect a big gap between day and night — about 15°C.
- It warms up quickly from here: by June highs are about 4°C higher.
- Just 100 km apart, but Wadi Musa runs about 5°C cooler than Aqaba this month.
Avg high
28°C
82°F
Avg low
13°C
55°F
Rainfall
5 mm
very dry
Humidity
43%
relative
Sky
25%
cloud · mostly sunny
Wadi Musa weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C / 54°F | 2°C / 35°F | 62 mm | 71% | 40% |
| February | 15°C / 58°F | 3°C / 38°F | 48 mm | 63% | 38% |
| March | 18°C / 65°F | 5°C / 42°F | 25 mm | 58% | 34% |
| April | 23°C / 73°F | 8°C / 47°F | 12 mm | 50% | 29% |
| May | 28°C / 82°F | 13°C / 55°F | 5 mm | 43% | 25% |
| June | 31°C / 88°F | 15°C / 59°F | 0 mm | 40% | 8% |
| July | 33°C / 92°F | 17°C / 63°F | 0 mm | 42% | 6% |
| August | 33°C / 91°F | 17°C / 63°F | 0 mm | 47% | 6% |
| September | 32°C / 89°F | 16°C / 61°F | 1 mm | 51% | 9% |
| October | 27°C / 80°F | 13°C / 56°F | 9 mm | 52% | 18% |
| November | 19°C / 67°F | 8°C / 47°F | 20 mm | 60% | 31% |
| December | 14°C / 58°F | 4°C / 39°F | 34 mm | 66% | 33% |
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- Sunglasses
Is May a good time to visit Wadi Musa?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Wadi Musa →Other Jordan cities in May
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Wadi Musa in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Wadi Musa?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Wadi Musa, with highs around 28°C and about 5 mm of rain.
How warm is Wadi Musa in May?
Average highs are about 28°C (82°F) and average lows about 13°C (55°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Wadi Musa in May?
Wadi Musa typically gets around 5 mm of rain in May — very dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Wadi Musa (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.