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JordanThe weather in August in Petra
It's hot in August in Petra with an average temperature of 38°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 37°C to a high of 39°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 20°C and 22°C.
August isn’t a good month to be in Petra. The average temperature of 38°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a comfortable stay.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Petra, Jordan. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 47°C in 2021, Petra reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 29°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 13°C to a highest value of 33°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 0,3 mm of precipitation in August. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Northwest.
Daily weather in August for Petra
Click on any day in August 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.
August weather comparison
| Petra | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 38°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 39°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 20°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 0,3 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Petra with hot temps, averaging around 39°C during the day and nights around 22°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 38°C, with nights around 22°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Petra is around 38°C, while nighttime temps are about 22°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Petra, Jordan. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Petra
Temperature in August in Petra over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Petra, Jordan. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Petra
Total precipitation in August in Petra over the years
Daily UV index in August in Petra
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August 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.
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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.