Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Dead Sea in September
Dead Sea cools off: highs slip to 97°F (36°C), from 102°F in August, with lows of 73°F (23°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 63/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 97°F (36°C)
- Avg low
- 73°F (23°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 51%
- Cloud cover
- 14%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 11 min
- Comfort score
- 63/100 · Good
What September feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 97°F (36°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 73°F (23°C), about 13°C (24°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 14%.
Plan around September
September sits mid-table; the best months are November – April.
- Comfort improves from 60/100 in August to 63/100.
- September sits inside the Mar – May, Sep – Nov window our Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea route recommends.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clothes97°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 73°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Dead Sea in September
Afternoons run hot (97°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Panorama Dead Sea Complex
Cliff-top viewpoint and small museum above the Dead Sea.
Why now September scores 63/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Wadi Mujib Siq Trail
Wade and scramble up a sandstone gorge to a waterfall in the Mujib reserve.
Why now Highs near 97°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.
Madaba Mosaic Map
6th-century mosaic map of the Holy Land on the floor of St. George's Church.
Why now A break from 97°F afternoons.
Mount Nebo
Hilltop where Moses is said to have seen the Promised Land, with Byzantine mosaics.
Nearby in September
- Amman in September~25 mi · highs 88°F, 0.0 in rain · 5°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Petra & Wadi Musa in September~96 mi · highs 89°F, 0.0 in rain · 4°C (8°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Wadi Rum in September~148 mi · highs 94°F, 0.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Cairo & Giza in September~283 mi · highs 97°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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Dead Sea?
It's middling, scoring 63/100. The best months are November – April, at up to 98. Expect highs of 97°F (36°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. September is inside the Mar – May, Sep – Nov window our Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea route recommends.
How hot is Dead Sea in September?
Average highs are 97°F (36°C) and average lows 73°F (23°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dead Sea in September?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 7.4 in (189 mm).
What should I pack for Dead Sea in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (97°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 73°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Dead Sea
Routes in season in September
- Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea Mar – May, Sep – Nov
Planning Dead Sea in September?
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