Late spring · Weather & things to do
Wadi Rum in May
Wadi Rum warms up: highs climb to 89°F (32°C), from 80°F in April, with lows of 58°F (14°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 81/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 89°F (32°C)
- Avg low
- 58°F (14°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 30%
- Cloud cover
- 23%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 29 min
- Comfort score
- 81/100 · Great
What May feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 89°F (32°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 58°F (14°C), about 18°C (32°F) below the afternoon high.
Low humidity, around 30%, 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 23%.
Plan around May
May sits mid-table; the best months are February – April and October – December.
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 5°C (9°F) from April.
- Comfort slips from 100/100 in April to 81/100.
- May sits inside the Mar – May, Sep – Nov window our Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea route recommends.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 89°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 58°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Wadi Rum in May
Afternoons run hot (89°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
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 89°F afternoons.
Red sand dunes
Dunes banked against Jebel Umm Ishrin where you can climb or sandboard.
Why now May scores 81/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Wadi Rum jeep tour
Half- or full-day 4x4 trips to dunes, canyons, rock bridges and inscriptions.
Why now Highs near 89°F and 0.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Khazali Canyon
Narrow cleft with Nabataean and Thamudic rock carvings.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Zarb dinner at a Bedouin camp
Chicken, lamb and vegetables slow-cooked in a pit under the sand, served at most camps.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Nearby in May
- Petra & Wadi Musa in May~52 mi · highs 84°F, 0.2 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Dead Sea in May~148 mi · highs 93°F, 0.2 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Amman in May~167 mi · highs 83°F, 0.2 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Cairo & Giza in May~253 mi · highs 94°F, 0.0 in rain · 3°C (5°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 May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Wadi Rum?
It's middling, scoring 81/100. The best months are February – April and October – December, at up to 100. Expect highs of 89°F (32°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. May is inside the Mar – May, Sep – Nov window our Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea route recommends.
How hot is Wadi Rum in May?
Average highs are 89°F (32°C) and average lows 58°F (14°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Wadi Rum in May?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 1.5 in (39 mm).
What should I pack for Wadi Rum in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 89°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 58°F) and lip balm and moisturizer (dry air).
More on Wadi Rum
Routes in season in May
- Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea Mar – May, Sep – Nov
Planning Wadi Rum in May?
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