Jordan Petra Weather in December (winter · holiday season) — Climate Guide
December (winter · holiday season) in Petra is Cold + festive
December (winter · holiday season) is Cold + festive for Petra.
Winter cold returns — 2/12°C. Christmas + NYE bring brief price spike (Western tourists). Possible snow at Petra in late December + January. Wadi Rum nights brutal (-5 to 0°C). Best for travelers seeking Christmas atmosphere + low daytime crowds.
Travel score
Petra December (winter · holiday season) Weather Stats
Avg High
12°C
Avg Low
2°C
Rainy Days
6
32mm total
Sunshine
6h
Daily avg
Humidity
65%
Cold + damp
UV Index
3
Moderate
Wind
8 km/h
Gusts 17
Sea Temp
23°C
Red Sea swimmable
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
December (winter · holiday season) Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
20 μg/m³
PM10
45 μg/m³
Status
Moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
11°C
Nighttime
0°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
8 km/h
Max gust 17 km/h
Activities Recommended for December (winter · holiday season)
December (winter · holiday season) Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Christmas Petra rare experience
- Possible snow on Treasury
- Madaba Christmas events
- Smaller midday crowds
Cons
- 2/12°C cold
- Wadi Rum brutal nights
- Christmas hotels spike
- Rain disruption likely
December (winter · holiday season) Events & Festivals
- Christmas + New Year (December 25 + 31)
- Madaba pilgrimages
Petra in December (winter · holiday season) — Full Picture
Winter cold returns — 2/12°C. Christmas + NYE bring brief price spike (Western tourists). Possible snow at Petra in late December + January. Wadi Rum nights brutal (-5 to 0°C). Best for travelers seeking Christmas atmosphere + low daytime crowds.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Winter coat + scarf + gloves + hat. Waterproof boots for rain + possible snow at Petra.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
22.3°C
8°C
2.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
34°C
17.3°C
0/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
24.7°C
10.7°C
2.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current11.3°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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Frequently Asked Questions
Is December (winter · holiday season) a good time to visit Petra?
Petra in December (winter · holiday season) is Cold + festive. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Petra in December (winter · holiday season)?
Petra December (winter · holiday season) averages a high of 12°C and a low of 2°C.
Does it rain much in Petra in December (winter · holiday season)?
Petra December (winter · holiday season) averages 32mm of rainfall over about 6 rainy days.
What should I wear in Petra in December (winter · holiday season)?
Winter coat + scarf + gloves + hat. Waterproof boots for rain + possible snow at Petra.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Petra in December (winter · holiday season)?
Petra December (winter · holiday season) sunrise is 06:55 and sunset is 16:40, with 9h 45min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Petra in December (winter · holiday season)?
Petra December (winter · holiday season) air quality (AQI) averages 50, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 20μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Petra in December (winter · holiday season)?
In December (winter · holiday season), Petra is great for Petra (possible snow magic), Wadi Rum heated tents only, Dead Sea spa.
Is December (winter · holiday season) peak season in Petra?
Petra December (winter · holiday season) crowds are moderate and prices are peak. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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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.