Can you go into the Dead Sea in January?

For a tad warmer weather, head to the Dead Sea. At 1,410 ft (430 m) below sea level—the earth's lowest point—it's significantly warmer than the rest of Jordan in January. And the water temperatures are even warmer than the air in winter and perfect for floating or swimming.



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Consequently, the climate at the Dead Sea remains warm and sunny all year round. The temperature of the Dead Sea water rarely, if ever, drops below 20 degrees Celsius, and peaks at 32 degrees during the summer months. The surrounding climate is also particularly warm, even in winter.

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Best time to visit the Dead Sea
Of course, the months of July and August in summer make it too hot to enter the water and many avoid visiting the Dead Sea during this time. Winter may feel cold, however the water isn't freezing and it is possible to enter the sea.

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Planning a trip to Jordan in January? While it's winter in the northern hemisphere, it's a good time to visit Jordan – especially if you don't love hot weather.

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The best time to visit the Dead Sea in Jordan is usually around spring (March and April) and autumn (October and November). This is when the weather is not too hot and not too cold - making it just perfect for a swim.

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The Best Seasons to Travel to the Dead Sea The temperature dips a couple of degrees in January and then goes up again in February. You can expect maybe 2 days of rainfall during this season. Another popular season for tourism in the Dead Sea is spring – the months of March, April and May.

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January is the coldest month to visit Jordan. While you might have seen reports of colder temperatures in January in Jordan, the average high temperature in January ranges from 52-53°F (11°C); overnight, the average low is roughly 38-39°F (3°C).

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During the winter, the Petra site is only open from 6am to 4pm; that's two fewer hours during the winter than during the summer season. This means you'll want to plan to get up earlier and get into the site as soon as the sun is coming up since the site closes earlier in the day.

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Swimming in Jordan in january is pleasant
The sea water is 72°F on average (min: 69°F/max: 74°F) so you can easily spend time in the water.

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So while having only a full day for the Dead Sea is not optimal, it will allow you to see the best attractions this area has to offer. Just make sure to start your day early. Two days at the Dead Sea are, in our opinion, the optimum time for most travelers who have ten days or two weeks for Israel.

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After swimming in the Dead Sea, my advice would be to rinse off your body immediately! Trust me; you don't want to stay with that salt on your body until you get to shower later in the day. Otherwise, you will be scratching all day long!

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Tips as to What to Avoid in the Dead Sea
  • Don't get the water into your eyes. It hurts. ...
  • Avoid splashing. ...
  • Don't get it into your mouth, either. ...
  • No peeing/farting in the water! ...
  • DON'T SHAVE at least 24 hours before going into the Dead Sea. ...
  • Don't take any jewelry into the Dead Sea.


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It is one of the world's saltiest bodies of water with a salinity level of 34%. This high salinity makes it nearly impossible for any aquatic life to survive in its waters. Due to these conditions, putting your head underwater in the Dead Sea can be dangerous.

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September to November, March to May or March to early April are the best months to visit Egypt or Jordan. Jordan and Egypt can get too hot in the summer months of June to August. Jordan experiences mild weather from November to February, but Egypt can experience extreme cold from November through February.

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Even a small cut can make you cry here. Tip 8: How Long Can You Swim In The Dead Sea? Don't stay in the water longer than 10-15 minutes. Because of the salts and minerals, your skin will get very soft and you can get cut on the crystals easily.

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Don't stay in the Dead Sea longer than 10-15 minutes. The salt water irritates your skin, and after 15 minutes it can start to sting. Remember that the Dead Sea is about 10 times saltier than typical oceans and seas. On that note – Don't splash!

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