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Petra & Wadi Musa in August
Little changes in Petra & Wadi Musa from July: highs stay near 93°F (34°C), lows near 65°F (18°C), and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls.
Its comfort score of 72/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 93°F (34°C)
- Avg low
- 65°F (18°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 46%
- Cloud cover
- 9%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 06 min
- Comfort score
- 72/100 · Good
What August feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 93°F (34°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 65°F (18°C), about 16°C (28°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 9%.
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are March – May and October – December.
- Comfort holds steady from July (72 → 72/100).
- Our Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea route recommends Mar – May, Sep – Nov, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes93°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 65°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Petra & Wadi Musa in August
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
The Siq and Treasury (Al-Khazneh)
A 1.2 km slot canyon opening onto Petra's carved Treasury facade.
Why now August scores 72/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Petra by Night
Candle-lit walk through the Siq to the Treasury with Bedouin music, three nights a week.
Why now Highs near 93°F and 0.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Little Petra (Siq al-Barid)
Smaller, quieter Nabataean site with a painted ceiling, 9 km north of Wadi Musa.
Al Qantarah Restaurant
Buffet restaurant near the Petra gate known for zarb, meat and rice cooked underground.
Why now A break from 93°F afternoons.
High Place of Sacrifice
Ridge-top Nabataean altar reached by a stepped trail, returning past tombs via Wadi Farasa.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in August
- Wadi Rum in August~52 mi · highs 99°F, 0.0 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Dead Sea in August~96 mi · highs 102°F, 0.0 in rain · 5°C (9°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Amman in August~116 mi · highs 92°F, 0.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Cairo & Giza in August~252 mi · highs 102°F, 0.0 in rain · 5°C (9°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,114 m to Petra & Wadi Musa's ~888 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.
Petra & Wadi Musa in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Petra & Wadi Musa?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 72/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are March – May and October – December. Expect highs of 93°F (34°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 August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Petra & Wadi Musa in August?
Average highs are 93°F (34°C) and average lows 65°F (18°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Petra & Wadi Musa in August?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 6.4 in (163 mm).
What should I pack for Petra & Wadi Musa in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (93°F afternoons), 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 65°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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