Jordan in january: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Jordan in january 2026
Below, check out the weather forecast for january for most popular cities in Jordan. These datas are probabilities for january from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in january in Amman
tolerable weather 56.3cm
Weather at 6am
49°F
Clear/Sunny
50% of time
23%
14%
9%
Weather at 12pm
58°F
Clear/Sunny
51% of time
26%
12%
8%
Weather at 6pm
50°F
Clear/Sunny
53% of time
23%
11%
8%
Weather at 3am
47°F
45%
20%
13%
11%
Where to go in Jordan in january?
Where to go in Jordan in january: destination map
Where to go in each region in january?
| Dead Sea region of Jordan (Al Mazraa, Madaba, Dana Biosphere Reserve...) | 59°F to 70°F | 1 à 3 days | good weather* | |
| Eastern desert (Mafraq, Shawmari Wildlife Reserve, Ruwaished...) | 56°F to 61°F | 1 à 2 days | tolerable weather | |
| North of Jordan (Amman, Salt, Irbid...) | 58°F to 68°F | 2 à 6 days | tolerable weather* | |
| Southern Desert (Petra, Aqaba, Wadi Rum...) | 58°F to 68°F | 0 à 1 days | 72°F | tolerable weather* |
Where should you go in Jordan in january when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Jordan in january ranges from good to tolerable depending on the region and city.
You are lucky: It is not perfect, however, the weather in Jordan in january is pretty good in Wadi Rum, Ramm, Al Mazraa and Al-'aqabah. I allows to enjoy sightseeing in these areas. And even why not take a little time to enjoy the weather for... just be relax!
If you do not go the sun and blue sky, but, for example for hiking, the cities of Irbid, Petra, Amman and Jarash have a just ok weather for it in january.
Climate in Jordan in january
Climate in Amman in january
In january, maximum temperature is 58°F and minimum temperature is 49°F (for an average temperature of 52°F). The climate is quite cold there in january, but it is bearable by dressing cosy. With about 2in over 3 days, the rain will not be a problem throughout your trip.
With a correct climate, the month of january is okay (but not good time) for traveling in that area.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 52°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 58°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 49°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 3 day(s) (10%) | ||
| Humidity | 71% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 8 | ||
| Cloud cover | 33% | ||
| Length of day | 10:18 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Al Mazraa in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Al Mazraa is 67°F (maximum temperature is 70°F and minimum temperature is 61°F). The climate quite good around this city in january. With just 1.5in over 2 days, rainfall is infrequent throughout your vacations.
With a good weather, the month of january is a recommended month to go in this city.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 67°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 70°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 61°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 2 day(s) (8%) | ||
| Humidity | 59% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 22% | ||
| Length of day | 10:21 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in Aqaba in january
In january, the mean temperature in Al-'aqabah is 61°F (maximum temperature is 68°F and minimum temperature is 54°F). The climate pleasant here in this month. It's raining really exceptionally during january. You stay dry throughout your journey!
With a good weather, january is an advisable month to go in this locality.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 61°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 68°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 54°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 72°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.4in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 0 day(s) (1%) | ||
| Humidity | 57% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 15% | ||
| Length of day | 10:29 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Petra in january
In january, maximum temperature is 58°F and minimum temperature is 45°F (for an average temperature of 52°F). The climate is quite cool around this city in january, but it is tolerable when dressing warm. With just 0.5in over 1 days,
it rains very little throughout your holidays.
With a correct climate, the month of january is okay (but not good month) for traveling in that area in Jordan.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 52°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 58°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 45°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 1 day(s) (2%) | ||
| Humidity | 62% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 17% | ||
| Length of day | 10:25 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Dana Biosphere Reserve in january
In january, maximum temperature is 65°F and minimum temperature is 56°F (for an average temperature of 61°F). The climate is relatively fresh in this location in january, but it is tolerable when dressing hot. With just 1.1in over 1 days,
it rains very little during your holidays.
With a good climate, the month of january is an advisable month to go in this locality.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 61°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 65°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 56°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 1 day(s) (5%) | ||
| Humidity | 53% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||
| Cloud cover | 19% | ||
| Length of day | 10:24 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
All cities in Jordan in january
| Amman in january | tolerable weather |
| Al Mazraa in january | perfect weather |
| Aqaba in january | good weather |
| Petra in january | tolerable weather |
| Dana Biosphere Reserve in january | good weather |
| Irbid in january | good weather |
| Madaba in january | tolerable weather |
| Mafraq in january | tolerable weather |
| Ruwaished in january | tolerable weather |
| Salt in january | tolerable weather |
| Shawmari Wildlife Reserve in january | tolerable weather |
| Wadi Rum in january | tolerable weather |
| Al-Maghtas (Bethany Beyond the Jordan) in january | good weather |
| Bayir in january | tolerable weather |
| Jarash in january | tolerable weather |
| Little Petra in january | tolerable weather |
| Ramm in january | tolerable weather |
| Rukban in january | tolerable weather |
| Umm Qais in january | good weather |
| Wadi Araba in january | good weather |
| Ash Shawbak in january | tolerable weather |
| Azraq Wetland Reserve in january | tolerable weather |
| Busayra in january | good weather |
| Sahab in january | tolerable weather |
| Wadi Ibn Hammad in january | perfect weather |
| Wadi Mujib in january | tolerable weather |
| Zarqa in january | tolerable weather |
Weather data for Jordan in january:
Weather data for Jordan in january is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Jordan. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Jordan can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Jordan.