Average weather for Wadi Rum in January
It's pleasantly warm in January in Wadi Rum with an average temperature of 21°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 19°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 12°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Wadi Rum with mild temps, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights around 11°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 22°C, with nights around 11°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Wadi Rum is around 22°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
According to weather history, there is only 4,8 mm of precipitation in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Wadi Rum in January |
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21°C | 5°C | |
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22°C | 11°C | |
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19°C | -5°C | |
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4,8 mm | 97 mm | |
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2 days | 12 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Wadi Rum?
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Wadi Rum. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 30°C in 2015, Wadi Rum reached the highest temperature in January 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 0°C to a highest value of 17°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Wadi Rum
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Wadi Rum, 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.
Daily Precipitation in January in Wadi Rum
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Wadi Rum, 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 January, you can expect about 2 days of precipitation in Wadi Rum.
Daily UV index in January in Wadi Rum
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Wadi Rum, 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 January in Wadi Rum over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Wadi Rum, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Wadi Rum over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Wadi Rum, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Wadi Rum
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Wadi Rum. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Wadi Rum by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Wadi Rum. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.