Average weather for Petra in May
It's warm in May in Petra with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 17°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Petra with warm temps, averaging around 24°C during the day and nights around 14°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 26°C, with nights around 15°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Petra is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 17°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Petra is 23°C this month. Comfortable for a swim.
In May, there is an average of 19 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Petra in May |
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25°C | 22°C | |
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27°C | 28°C | |
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23°C | -5°C | |
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19 mm | 105 mm | |
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4 days | 14 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Petra?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Petra. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2020, Petra reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 2°C to a highest value of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Petra
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Petra, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Weather experiences in May in Petra
Temperatures ranged from 20 to 26 degrees Celsius. Although ... more
Daily Precipitation in May in Petra
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Petra, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 4 days of precipitation in Petra.
Daily UV index in May in Petra
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Petra, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Petra over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Petra, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Petra over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Petra, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Petra
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Petra. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































Weather experiences in May in Petra
The weather in May in Petra is rated 4 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Petra? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Write your own reviewTemperatures ranged from 20 to 26 degrees Celsius. Although the sun shone abundantly, there were also less sunny days with some rain. Still, the weather was very pleasant for a spring break.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Petra by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Petra. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.