Jordan Petra Weather in August (peak summer · brutal continues) — Climate Guide
August (peak summer · brutal continues) in Petra is Brutal heat
August (peak summer · brutal continues) is Brutal heat for Petra.
Continues July's brutal pattern — 18/35°C+. Same constraints (Monastery 6:00-9:00 only). Hotels deepest discounts. Best for budget travelers with heat tolerance.
Travel score
Petra August (peak summer · brutal continues) Weather Stats
Avg High
35°C
Avg Low
18°C
Rainy Days
0
0mm total
Sunshine
12h
Daily avg
Humidity
35%
Hot + dry
UV Index
11
Extreme
Wind
5 km/h
Gusts 11
Sea Temp
27°C
Red Sea perfect
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
August (peak summer · brutal continues) Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
21 μg/m³
PM10
46 μg/m³
Status
Moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
37°C
Nighttime
17°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
5 km/h
Max gust 11 km/h
Activities Recommended for August (peak summer · brutal continues)
August (peak summer · brutal continues) Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Hotels lowest prices
- Smallest crowds
Cons
- 35°C+ heat brutal
- Same as July
August (peak summer · brutal continues) Events & Festivals
- Eid al-Adha continued
Petra in August (peak summer · brutal continues) — Full Picture
Continues July's brutal pattern — 18/35°C+. Same constraints (Monastery 6:00-9:00 only). Hotels deepest discounts. Best for budget travelers with heat tolerance.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Lightest fabrics + long sleeves. Sun hat + SPF 50+ essential.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
22.3°C
8°C
2.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current34°C
17.3°C
0/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
24.7°C
10.7°C
2.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
11.3°C
0.3°C
5.3/mo
Petra Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10° | -1° | 5d·30mm | 6h | 65% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 12° | 0° | 5d·28mm | 7h | 62% | 4 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 17° | 4° | 4d·22mm | 8h | 55% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 22° | 8° | 3d·12mm | 9h | 50% | 7 | Busy | Peak | |
| 28° | 12° | 1d·5mm | 10h | 45% | 9 | Busy | Peak | |
| 32° | 16° | 0d·0mm | 11h | 40% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 35° | 18° | 0d·0mm | 12h | 35% | 11 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 35° | 18° | 0d·0mm | 12h | 35% | 11 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 31° | 15° | 1d·2mm | 11h | 40% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 25° | 11° | 2d·8mm | 9h | 50% | 7 | Busy | Peak | |
| 18° | 6° | 4d·20mm | 7h | 60% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 12° | 2° | 6d·32mm | 6h | 65% | 3 | Moderate | Peak |
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Petra August (peak summer · brutal continues) Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is August (peak summer · brutal continues) a good time to visit Petra?
Petra in August (peak summer · brutal continues) is Brutal heat. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Petra in August (peak summer · brutal continues)?
Petra August (peak summer · brutal continues) averages a high of 35°C and a low of 18°C.
Does it rain much in Petra in August (peak summer · brutal continues)?
Petra August (peak summer · brutal continues) averages 0mm of rainfall over about 0 rainy days.
What should I wear in Petra in August (peak summer · brutal continues)?
Lightest fabrics + long sleeves. Sun hat + SPF 50+ essential.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Petra in August (peak summer · brutal continues)?
Petra August (peak summer · brutal continues) sunrise is 05:25 and sunset is 18:20, with 12h 55min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Petra in August (peak summer · brutal continues)?
Petra August (peak summer · brutal continues) air quality (AQI) averages 52, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 21μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Petra in August (peak summer · brutal continues)?
In August (peak summer · brutal continues), Petra is great for Sunrise Petra only, Wadi Rum nights, Red Sea swim.
Is August (peak summer · brutal continues) peak season in Petra?
Petra August (peak summer · brutal continues) crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.