February · Jordan
Best time to visit Petra in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Petra in February
Average temperature 10°C, 41 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 67% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
8.5/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 41 mm
- Humidity
- 67%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
February in Petra scores 8.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 10°C, 41 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Rose-red canyons and Siq walks are kindest in the cooler months from November through March.
February is one of the strongest months in Petra (9th)
Expect 10°C (50°F) in February. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
With around 41 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.1 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Petra at 8.5/10 (9th of 12), just behind April at 10/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Petra — 1.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Petra in February?
- In February, Petra averages 10°C, 41 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.5/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Petra?
- February earns a 8.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Petra in February?
- Expect about 41 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 67% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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