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Dead Sea in July
Dead Sea's warmest month brings highs averaging 102°F (39°C), lows of 75°F (24°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 60/100 is still Good, though it ranks 11th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 102°F (39°C)
- Avg low
- 75°F (24°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 45%
- Cloud cover
- 10%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 53 min
- Comfort score
- 60/100 · Good
What July feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 102°F (39°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 75°F (24°C), about 15°C (27°F) below the afternoon high.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 10%.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – April.
- Comfort holds steady from June (60 → 60/100).
- Our Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea route recommends Mar – May, Sep – Nov, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes102°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 75°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Dead Sea in July
Afternoons run hot (102°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Kempinski Ishtar sunset bar
Resort terrace bar facing the Dead Sea and the hills across the water at sunset.
Why now July scores 60/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Amman Beach
Public beach complex with pools, showers and Dead Sea access at day-pass prices.
Why now Highs near 102°F and 0.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Mount Nebo
Hilltop where Moses is said to have seen the Promised Land, with Byzantine mosaics.
Panorama Dead Sea Complex
Cliff-top viewpoint and small museum above the Dead Sea.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Madaba Mosaic Map
6th-century mosaic map of the Holy Land on the floor of St. George's Church.
Why now A break from 102°F afternoons.
Nearby in July
- Amman in July~25 mi · highs 93°F, 0.0 in rain · 5°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Petra & Wadi Musa in July~96 mi · highs 93°F, 0.0 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Wadi Rum in July~148 mi · highs 99°F, 0.0 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Cairo & Giza in July~283 mi · highs 103°F, 0.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~185 m to Dead Sea's ~0 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Dead Sea in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Dead Sea?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 60/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are November – April. Expect highs of 102°F (39°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. Our Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea route recommends Mar – May, Sep – Nov, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Dead Sea in July?
Average highs are 102°F (39°C) and average lows 75°F (24°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dead Sea in July?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 7.4 in (189 mm).
What should I pack for Dead Sea in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (102°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 75°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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