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Petra & Wadi Musa in June
Petra & Wadi Musa sees its driest month, with just less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain, highs of 91°F (33°C) and lows of 61°F (16°C).
Its comfort score of 78/100 is still Good, though it ranks 10th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 91°F (33°C)
- Avg low
- 61°F (16°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 40%
- Cloud cover
- 11%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 57 min
- Comfort score
- 78/100 · Great
What June feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 91°F (33°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 61°F (16°C), about 16°C (29°F) below the afternoon high.
Low humidity, around 40%, makes the air feel crisp and dry.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 11%.
Plan around June
June is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are March – May and October – December.
- Longest days of the year, about 13 h 57 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 92/100 in May to 78/100.
- 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 clothes91°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 61°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Petra & Wadi Musa in June
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Monastery (Ad Deir)
Climb about 800 rock-cut steps to Petra's largest facade and nearby viewpoints.
Why now June scores 78/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
The Siq and Treasury (Al-Khazneh)
A 1.2 km slot canyon opening onto Petra's carved Treasury facade.
Why now Highs near 91°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 91°F afternoons.
Petra by Night
Candle-lit walk through the Siq to the Treasury with Bedouin music, three nights a week.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in June
- Wadi Rum in June~52 mi · highs 96°F, 0.0 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Dead Sea in June~96 mi · highs 100°F, 0.0 in rain · 5°C (9°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Amman in June~116 mi · highs 89°F, 0.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Cairo & Giza in June~252 mi · highs 100°F, 0.0 in rain · 6°C (10°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 June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Petra & Wadi Musa?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 78/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are March – May and October – December. Expect highs of 91°F (33°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 Petra & Wadi Musa in June?
Average highs are 91°F (33°C) and average lows 61°F (16°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Petra & Wadi Musa in June?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 6.4 in (163 mm).
What should I pack for Petra & Wadi Musa in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (91°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 61°F) and lip balm and moisturizer (dry air).
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