December · Jordan
Best time to visit Wadi Rum in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Wadi Rum in December
Average temperature 8°C, 8 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 59% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
8.8/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 8°C
- Rainfall
- 8 mm
- Humidity
- 59%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Wadi Rum scores 8.8/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 8°C, 8 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Sandstone massifs, narrow canyons, and broad valleys make up Wadi Rum, a protected desert in southern Jordan.
December in Wadi Rum — one of the year's strongest windows (7th)
December averages 8°C (46°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rain is a non-issue at 8 mm for the month, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.3 hours of daylight to work with.
A 8.8/10 puts this among the year's best months in Wadi Rum (7th of 12); only April scores higher, at 9.7/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Wadi Rum in December?
- In December, Wadi Rum averages 8°C, 8 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.8/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Wadi Rum?
- December 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 Wadi Rum in December?
- Expect about 8 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 59% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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