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JordanThe weather in May in Petra
It's hot in May in Petra with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 36°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 19°C.
May is a good month to be in Petra for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May 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 45°C in 2020, Petra reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 5°C to a highest value of 33°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 5,1 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
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.
May weather comparison
| Petra | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 33°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 36°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 13°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 5,1 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Petra with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 16°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 34°C, with nights around 17°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Petra is around 34°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°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 May in Petra, Jordan. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Petra
Temperature in May in Petra over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May 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 May in Petra
Total precipitation in May in Petra over the years
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.
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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.