January · Jordan
Best time to visit Wadi Rum in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Wadi Rum in January
Average temperature 6°C, 7 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 61% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
8.4/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 6°C
- Rainfall
- 7 mm
- Humidity
- 61%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Wadi Rum scores 8.4/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 6°C, 7 mm of rain, and roughly 29 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.
January holds up well in Wadi Rum — 10th best month
Expect 6°C (42°F) in January. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
At just 7 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.5 hours of daylight.
That is 8.4/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 9.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Wadi Rum in January?
- In January, Wadi Rum averages 6°C, 7 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.4/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Wadi Rum?
- January earns a 8.4/10 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 January?
- Expect about 7 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 61% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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