January · Jordan
Best time to visit Petra in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Petra in January
Average temperature 10°C, 33 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 64% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
8.8/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 33 mm
- Humidity
- 64%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Petra scores 8.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 10°C, 33 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Rose-red canyons and Siq walks are kindest in the cooler months from November through March.
January is one of the strongest months in Petra (7th)
Expect 10°C (51°F) in January. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
With around 33 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.4 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Petra at 8.8/10 (7th of 12), just behind April at 10/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Petra in January?
- In January, Petra averages 10°C, 33 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.8/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Petra?
- January earns a 8.8/10 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 January?
- Expect about 33 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 64% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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