Jordan Amman Weather in December — Climate Guide
December in Amman is moderate
December is moderate for Amman.
December is cool, wet and quiet in Amman, averaging about 14°C/5°C with frequent rain and the year's shortest days. It's low season — thin crowds and low prices.
The altitude brings the odd snow flurry to the hills, which can briefly disrupt the steep streets. Day trips still work in the cool: the Citadel and Jerash are comfortable, and the lower-altitude Dead Sea and Petra stay milder than Amman, though Petra can be chilly and wet.
Travel score
Amman December Weather Stats
Avg High
14°C
Avg Low
5°C
Rainy Days
9
45mm total
Sunshine
5.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
68%
comfortable
UV Index
3
Moderate
Wind
14 km/h
Gusts 29
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
December Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
20 μg/m³
PM10
36 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
12°C
Nighttime
3°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
14 km/h
Max gust 29 km/h
Activities Recommended for December
December Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Low-season prices and quiet sites
- Citadel and Jerash comfortable in the cool
- Dead Sea and Petra milder than Amman
- Green hills after the rains
Cons
- Frequent rain and grey skies
- Occasional snow on Amman's hills
- Cold nights and short daylight
- Petra can be cold and wet
December Events & Festivals
- Low season — quiet and value-priced
- Frequent winter rain
- Occasional snow on the hills
- Christmas/New Year (some visitor traffic)
Amman in December — Full Picture
December is cool, wet and quiet in Amman, averaging about 14°C/5°C with frequent rain and the year's shortest days. It's low season — thin crowds and low prices.
The altitude brings the odd snow flurry to the hills, which can briefly disrupt the steep streets. Day trips still work in the cool: the Citadel and Jerash are comfortable, and the lower-altitude Dead Sea and Petra stay milder than Amman, though Petra can be chilly and wet.
There's a small bump in visitors over Christmas and New Year, but it remains a value month overall.
Note: grey, rainy spells and short daylight limit sightseeing hours, and nights are cold — pack a warm jacket and a rain layer. The trade-off is quiet sites and the best prices of the year.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Cool, wet winter — around 14°C/5°C with frequent rain and the occasional snow flurry. Warm jacket, knitwear, rain layer and scarf. Cold nights; short daylight.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
22.7°C
9.3°C
4/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
31.7°C
17.3°C
0/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
26°C
12.7°C
2.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current13°C
4.3°C
10/mo
Amman Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12° | 4° | 11d·63mm | 5.5h | 70% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 13° | 4° | 10d·55mm | 6h | 68% | 4 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 17° | 6° | 7d·35mm | 7h | 60% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 23° | 9° | 4d·13mm | 8.5h | 52% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| 28° | 13° | 1d·4mm | 10h | 42% | 9 | Busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 16° | 0d·0mm | 12h | 38% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 32° | 18° | 0d·0mm | 12.5h | 36% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 32° | 18° | 0d·0mm | 12h | 38% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 16° | 0d·0mm | 11h | 42% | 8 | Busy | Peak | |
| October (Best) | 27° | 13° | 2d·8mm | 9h | 50% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| 20° | 9° | 5d·30mm | 7h | 60% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 14° | 5° | 9d·45mm | 5.5h | 68% | 3 | Quiet | Low season |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is December a good time to visit Amman?
Amman in December is moderate. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Amman in December?
Amman December averages a high of 14°C and a low of 5°C.
Does it rain much in Amman in December?
Amman December averages 45mm of rainfall over about 9 rainy days.
What should I wear in Amman in December?
Cool, wet winter — around 14°C/5°C with frequent rain and the occasional snow flurry. Warm jacket, knitwear, rain layer and scarf. Cold nights; short daylight.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Amman in December?
Amman December sunrise is 06:40 and sunset is 16:40, with 10h 00min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Amman in December?
Amman December air quality (AQI) averages 46, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 20μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Amman in December?
In December, Amman is great for Citadel and Jerash without the heat, Indoor museums and cafés, Dead Sea (milder than the city).
Is December peak season in Amman?
Amman December crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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