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Due to a toasty weather, spring and autumn is the best time to visit the Jordan. These periods are not too hot for trail hiking, visiting Petra and enjoying the Dead Sea. As a drawback, you will have a desert wind regularly blowing from March through June. If you want to learn more about Muslim traditions, plan to arrive during Ramadan.
Summer can be comfortable on elevations with cooler breezes but is a bit suffering in Aqaba due to the unbearable hot wind. You can taste nutritious camel milk and stodge watermelons. October can welcome you with rains, but otherwise the weather is pretty pleasant. Sharp and short showers fall mostly in the winter which can be unexpectedly cold.

38 things to do in Jordan

Eid-al-Adha

June 28–July 1, 2023 Event

Islamic Jordan celebrates the feast of utmost importance with the sacrifice of numerous livestock

King's Highway

April–June | September–November Activity

A scenic road trip from the capital to the Red Sea features mosaic Madaba, the ruins of Shobak Castle, and the ancient Petra

Eid al-Fitr or the End of Ramadan

April 9-10, 2024 Event

This festival offers a good occasion to witness fervent Muslim prayer, sample a variety of lamb dishes, and even receive gifts

Sand Riding or Desert Safari

March–May | September–November Activity

Among the many ways to enjoy the deserts of Jordan, sand buggy, jeep, and quad bike trips might just be the most thrilling​

New Jordanian Wine

late September–October Food

Although local grape varieties were lost, Jordanian winemakers found another way and created delicious "Jordan River"

Amman Marathon

October 4, 2024 Event

Marathoners can benefit from traffic-free downtown streets and enjoy amazing Roman ruins at sunrise

Falconry Experience

mid-September–late November Activity

Hunting for falcons is not an easy task, yet Bedouins have been doing it for ages and are eager to pass on their skills

Camel Safari

March–May | September–November Activity

Cross the desert like a true Bedouin, atop a camel

Canyoning

May–June | September–November Activity

Gracious nature does not leave desert land without an oasis; in Jordan, this is the Wadi Mujib canyon

Waterskiing, Para​sa​iling, and Jet-Skiing

March–May | September–November Activity

A beach holiday at the Red Sea is not limited to swimming and sunbathing—try waterskiing, jet-skiing​ or parasailing too!

Desert Wind or Khamseen

May–June Activity

Fancy a sand storm experience? Check out khamseen as dust and grit whirl about the boiling desert with no sky overhead!

Watermelon

April–October Food

Lush watermelons grown in the Jordan Valley are a delicious remedy for the boiling summer sun!

Cactus Pear

April–August Food

This delicious spicy fruit makes for great fresh juice, jams, smoothies, alcoholic drinks, and even medicine and hair styling gel

Winter Solstice in Petra

December 21–December 23 Nature

As the sun rolls down the sky a miracle occurs in the Hidden City revealing the most sacred sites

Christian Pilgrimage

mid-November–late December Event

Twice a year, the Holy Land of Jordan opens its numerous sacred sites to the pilgrims from all over the world

Arak

all year round (excluding the Holy Month of Ramadan) Food

Anyone hoping to easily find Arak or other spirits during Ramadan is in for quite a quest!

Aqaba Diving

May–June | September–October Activity

Colourful underwater critters roaming among coral gardens and shipwrecks ensure a mesmerizing diving adventure

Donkey Ride

March–May | September–November Activity

A donkey trip across the ancient city of Petra is one of the most exotic experiences available in Jordan

Birdwatching

March–May | September–November Activity

Observe birds during their migration and enjoy stunning landscapes at the same time

Citadel Nights

March 23–April 20, 2023 Event

With Citadel Nights' colourful entertainment the fasting month of Ramadan might just become a high season for tourists

Horseback Riding

March–May | September–November Activity

Though camels and donkeys are more authentic, the most convenient way to explore Jordan is still an Arabic horse

Ramadan

March 10-April 9, 2024 Event

When in Rome, do as the Romans do; and when in Jordan, do as the Jordanians do

Mansaf

July 07, 2016 | September 13, 2016 | May 25 Food

Bedouins encircle a huge tray of Jordanian Mansaf and eat the lamb in yogurt with their right hands

Cruising

March–May | September–November Activity

Seeing the sunset from a boat as the warm colours spread across the endless sky and sea is truly unforgettable!

Dates Season

late July–early September Food

The Jordan plains produce tons of date delight—Barhi and Medjool dates are popular throughout the world

Sugarcane Juice

June–August Food

Most who try this beverage say it has the perfect amount of sweetness

Fishing

May–September Activity

Private charters provide all the necessary equipment ensuring a delightful deep-sea fishing trip

Cycling

March–May | September–November Activity

Jordan's cycling trails through ancient cities and stunning desert landscapes have no equal

Camel Races

March–April | September–November (different dates) Event

Camels and racing? Incompatible you say? Not at all! The Wadi Rum desert hosts stunning races

Wadi Rum Desert in Bloom

April–May Nature

The sight of fragile wildflowers thriving in the desert-scape of Wadi Rum could melt a stone heart

Black Iris

March–May | mid-October–November Nature

Have you ever seen a totally black flower? If not, be ready to see the elegant beauty on desert roadsides in Jordan

Figs

July–September Food

If all goes well figs are soft and sweet, but harvest is painstaking – one wrong move and the fruit is wasted

Ancient City of Petra

March–June | September–December Activity

Sanctuary carved in stone is Jordan's most precious miracle

Olive Harvest

mid-October–mid-November Nature

Picking olives by hand together with local farmers is an authentic Jordanian experience!

Independence Day or Eid al-Istiklaal

May 25 Event

Parades and other traditional performances showcase Jordanians' patriotic spirit and introduce the local culture

Al-rashoof

December–February Food

This Bedouin specialty is composed of flour, lentils, and yogurt

Camel Milk

April–October Food

This precious drink is rich in fat and protein and may even heal your body – on condition of a special diet for the camels

Jordan Trail

March–May | September–November Activity

Walking is the cheapest way to enjoy Jordan and explore the most of its countless beautiful sites

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