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Wadi Rum in July
Wadi Rum's warmest month brings highs averaging 99°F (37°C), lows of 66°F (19°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 60/100 is still Good, though it ranks 11th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 99°F (37°C)
- Avg low
- 66°F (19°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 31%
- Cloud cover
- 7%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 43 min
- Comfort score
- 60/100 · Good
What July feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 99°F (37°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 66°F (19°C), about 18°C (33°F) below the afternoon high.
Low humidity, around 31%, makes the air feel crisp and dry.
Rain is scarce: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) for the whole month.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 7%.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are February – April and October – December.
- Comfort slips from 66/100 in June to 60/100.
- Our Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea route recommends Mar – May, Sep – Nov, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 99°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 66°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Wadi Rum in July
Afternoons run hot (99°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Khazali Canyon
Narrow cleft with Nabataean and Thamudic rock carvings.
Why now July scores 60/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Rest House Wadi Rum
Restaurant by the visitor center with set lunches and views of the Seven Pillars of Wisdom.
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 Highs near 99°F and 0.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Um Fruth Rock Bridge
Small natural arch you can climb onto for photos over the sand.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Burdah Rock Bridge
Guided scramble to one of the desert's highest natural arches.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 99°F.
Nearby in July
- Petra & Wadi Musa in July~52 mi · highs 93°F, 0.0 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Dead Sea in July~148 mi · highs 102°F, 0.0 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Amman in July~167 mi · highs 93°F, 0.0 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Cairo & Giza in July~253 mi · highs 103°F, 0.0 in rain · 2°C (4°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 July: quick answers
Is July 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 July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Wadi Rum in July?
Average highs are 99°F (37°C) and average lows 66°F (19°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Wadi Rum in July?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 1.5 in (39 mm).
What should I pack for Wadi Rum in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 99°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 66°F) and lip balm and moisturizer (dry air).
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