Late summer · Weather & things to do
Wadi Rum in August
Little changes in Wadi Rum from July: highs stay near 99°F (37°C), lows near 66°F (19°C), and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls.
Its comfort score of 60/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 99°F (37°C)
- Avg low
- 66°F (19°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 34%
- Cloud cover
- 7%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 04 min
- Comfort score
- 60/100 · Good
What August feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 99°F (37°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 18°C (33°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
The air is dry, at about 34% humidity, which keeps warmth comfortable but dries skin and lips.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 7%.
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are February – April and October – December.
- Comfort holds steady from July (60 → 60/100).
- 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 clothes99°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 66°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Wadi Rum in August
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Red sand dunes
Dunes banked against Jebel Umm Ishrin where you can climb or sandboard.
Why now August scores 60/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Hot-air balloon over Wadi Rum
Sunrise balloon flights over the desert, run seasonally from Wadi Rum.
Why now Highs near 99°F and 0.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Zarb dinner at a Bedouin camp
Chicken, lamb and vegetables slow-cooked in a pit under the sand, served at most camps.
Why now A break from 99°F afternoons.
Wadi Rum jeep tour
Half- or full-day 4x4 trips to dunes, canyons, rock bridges and inscriptions.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Lawrence's Spring
Spring on Jebel Abu Judaidah linked to T.E. Lawrence, with views over the valley.
Nearby in August
- Petra & Wadi Musa in August~52 mi · highs 93°F, 0.0 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Dead Sea in August~148 mi · highs 102°F, 0.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Amman in August~167 mi · highs 92°F, 0.0 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Cairo & Giza in August~253 mi · highs 102°F, 0.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Wadi Rum in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Wadi Rum?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 60/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are February – April and October – December. Expect highs of 99°F (37°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 Wadi Rum in August?
Average highs are 99°F (37°C) and average lows 66°F (19°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Wadi Rum in August?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 1.5 in (39 mm).
What should I pack for Wadi Rum in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (99°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 (nights drop to 66°F) and lip balm and moisturizer (dry air).
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