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Dead Sea in June
Dead Sea sees its driest month, with just less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain, highs of 100°F (38°C) and lows of 72°F (22°C).
Its comfort score of 60/100 is still Good, though it ranks 10th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 100°F (38°C)
- Avg low
- 72°F (22°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 43%
- Cloud cover
- 12%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 04 min
- Comfort score
- 60/100 · Good
What June feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 100°F (38°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 16°C (28°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Rain is scarce: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) for the whole month.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 12%.
Plan around June
June is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – April.
- Longest days of the year, about 14 h 04 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 71/100 in May to 60/100.
- Our Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea route recommends Mar – May, Sep – Nov, so June falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 100°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 72°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Dead Sea in June
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Panorama Dead Sea Complex
Cliff-top viewpoint and small museum above the Dead Sea.
Why now June scores 60/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Bethany Beyond the Jordan
UNESCO site of Jesus' baptism on the Jordan River, with church ruins and a guided walk.
Why now A break from 100°F afternoons.
Haret Jdoudna
Madaba restaurant in a restored Ottoman courtyard serving mezze and grills.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Wadi Mujib Siq Trail
Wade and scramble up a sandstone gorge to a waterfall in the Mujib reserve.
Why now Highs near 100°F and 0.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Amman Beach
Public beach complex with pools, showers and Dead Sea access at day-pass prices.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in June
- Amman in June~25 mi · highs 89°F, 0.0 in rain · 6°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Petra & Wadi Musa in June~96 mi · highs 91°F, 0.0 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Wadi Rum in June~148 mi · highs 96°F, 0.0 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Cairo & Giza in June~283 mi · highs 100°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 June: quick answers
Is June 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 100°F (38°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 June is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Dead Sea in June?
Average highs are 100°F (38°C) and average lows 72°F (22°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dead Sea in June?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 7.4 in (189 mm).
What should I pack for Dead Sea in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 100°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 72°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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