Jordan Petra Weather in October (autumn peak · second-best month) — Climate Guide
October (autumn peak · second-best month) in Petra is Perfect
October (autumn peak · second-best month) is Perfect for Petra.
Petra's other best month — 11/25°C, low rainfall, perfect for the full circuit. Hotels at peak rates again as autumn travelers arrive. Monastery climb canonical conditions. Equal to April for ideal Petra weather.
Travel score
Petra October (autumn peak · second-best month) Weather Stats
Avg High
25°C
Avg Low
11°C
Rainy Days
2
8mm total
Sunshine
9h
Daily avg
Humidity
50%
Cool + dry
UV Index
7
High
Wind
6 km/h
Gusts 12
Sea Temp
26°C
Red Sea perfect
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
October (autumn peak · second-best month) Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
18 μg/m³
PM10
40 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
25°C
Nighttime
10°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
6 km/h
Max gust 12 km/h
Activities Recommended for October (autumn peak · second-best month)
October (autumn peak · second-best month) Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Ideal 11/25°C
- Perfect Monastery weather
- Wadi Rum canonical
- Red Sea still warm
Cons
- Hotels peak rates again
- Treasury crowds peak
- Need to book Wadi Rum camps 1+ month ahead
October (autumn peak · second-best month) Events & Festivals
- Autumn shoulder peak — October travelers
Petra in October (autumn peak · second-best month) — Full Picture
Petra's other best month — 11/25°C, low rainfall, perfect for the full circuit. Hotels at peak rates again as autumn travelers arrive. Monastery climb canonical conditions. Equal to April for ideal Petra weather.
What to Wear & What to Pack
T-shirts + sweater for evenings. Layers + sun hat. Walking clothes for full Petra circuit.
Packing Checklist
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)
Current24.7°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 October (autumn peak · second-best month) Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is October (autumn peak · second-best month) a good time to visit Petra?
Petra in October (autumn peak · second-best month) is Perfect. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Petra in October (autumn peak · second-best month)?
Petra October (autumn peak · second-best month) averages a high of 25°C and a low of 11°C.
Does it rain much in Petra in October (autumn peak · second-best month)?
Petra October (autumn peak · second-best month) averages 8mm of rainfall over about 2 rainy days.
What should I wear in Petra in October (autumn peak · second-best month)?
T-shirts + sweater for evenings. Layers + sun hat. Walking clothes for full Petra circuit.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Petra in October (autumn peak · second-best month)?
Petra October (autumn peak · second-best month) sunrise is 06:20 and sunset is 17:10, with 10h 50min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Petra in October (autumn peak · second-best month)?
Petra October (autumn peak · second-best month) air quality (AQI) averages 45, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 18μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Petra in October (autumn peak · second-best month)?
In October (autumn peak · second-best month), Petra is great for Petra full + Monastery, Wadi Rum jeep + bubble glamping, Dead Sea float.
Is October (autumn peak · second-best month) peak season in Petra?
Petra October (autumn peak · second-best month) crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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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.