Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Wadi Rum in September
Wadi Rum cools off: highs slip to 94°F (34°C), from 99°F in August, with lows of 62°F (17°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 70/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 94°F (34°C)
- Avg low
- 62°F (17°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 38%
- Cloud cover
- 9%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 10 min
- Comfort score
- 70/100 · Good
What September feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 94°F (34°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 62°F (17°C), about 18°C (32°F) below the afternoon high.
Low humidity, around 38%, 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 9%.
Plan around September
September sits mid-table; the best months are February – April and October – December.
- Comfort improves from 60/100 in August to 70/100.
- September sits inside the Mar – May, Sep – Nov window our Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea route recommends.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 94°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 62°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Wadi Rum in September
Afternoons run hot (94°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 September scores 70/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Um Fruth Rock Bridge
Small natural arch you can climb onto for photos over the sand.
Why now Highs near 94°F and 0.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Burdah Rock Bridge
Guided scramble to one of the desert's highest natural arches.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
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 94°F afternoons.
Red sand dunes
Dunes banked against Jebel Umm Ishrin where you can climb or sandboard.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 94°F.
Nearby in September
- Petra & Wadi Musa in September~52 mi · highs 89°F, 0.0 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Dead Sea in September~148 mi · highs 97°F, 0.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Amman in September~167 mi · highs 88°F, 0.0 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Cairo & Giza in September~253 mi · highs 97°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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Wadi Rum?
It's middling, scoring 70/100. The best months are February – April and October – December, at up to 100. Expect highs of 94°F (34°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. September is inside the Mar – May, Sep – Nov window our Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea route recommends.
How hot is Wadi Rum in September?
Average highs are 94°F (34°C) and average lows 62°F (17°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Wadi Rum in September?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 1.5 in (39 mm).
What should I pack for Wadi Rum in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 94°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 62°F) and lip balm and moisturizer (dry air).
More on Wadi Rum
Routes in season in September
- Jordan: Petra, Wadi Rum & the Dead Sea Mar – May, Sep – Nov
Planning Wadi Rum in September?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.