When should I go to Wadi Rum?

Best Time To Visit: The best time to visit Wadi Rum is spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). These seasons offer moderate temperatures, ranging from 20-30'C, perfect for sightseeing tours, hiking and camping.



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Generally, the best time to visit Jordan is during spring (March to May) or autumn (September to November). The weather is more temperate which means you can explore iconic sites like Petra or the Wadi Rum without getting scorched by the sun.

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Generally, the best time to visit Jordan is during spring (March to May) or autumn (September to November). The weather is more temperate which means you can explore iconic sites like Petra or the Wadi Rum without getting scorched by the sun.

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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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The best times to visit Jordan and Israel are spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November), when you can expect cool days with many sunny hours.

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Distance and Difficulty: The Petra Main Trail is 8km / 5 miles return from the Visitors Centre. Easy walk, largely flat. Allow 3 – 4 hours return, including time to see the sites along the way.

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Part of the reason that camping in Wadi Rum is so affordable during the initial booking process is that the guides running the camps make a good chunk of their money selling Jeep tours and camel rides. This is simply part of the process, and nothing to be worried about at all–but it helps to know what to expect.

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In the heart of the Jordanian desert, Wadi Rum boasts towering cliffs, dark caverns, narrow gorges, impressive mountains, sweeping dunes, and refreshing springs. Even better: it suits not just those who are looking for beauty and solitude, but adrenaline junkies as well.

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The cost to enter the Wadi Rum Protected Area is 5 JD per person (free with the Jordan Pass). Most buses that travel the highway between Aqaba and Petra/Amman should be able to drop you at the intersection to Wadi Rum, except the buses from Jett company.

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Yes, the Milky Way is visible from Wadi Rum, especially during the summer months when the sky is darkest.

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Alcohol is legal, but heavily taxed For example, it's illegal to sell alcohol anywhere in the country during Ramadan (with the exception of some high-end hotels), and most camps in Wadi Rum don't serve alcohol at all (but you can often bring your own).

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According to our data, the cheapest month to fly to Israel is January, while the most expensive month is July. Prices are calculated based on many factors, like travel dates, so it's best to book in advance for those traveling with a budget.

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Israel at a Glance: Best Time to Visit
  • Recommended time to visit: For sightseeing, spring (March - May) and autumn (September - November) are the best times to visit Israel. ...
  • Less popular time to visit: The winter months from December - February are when temperatures are colder and when Israel sees most of its rainfall.


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Visiting Jordan in winter (December-February) While winter is the low season, it's a fab time to visit sites like Petra without throngs of tourists lining up to queue or take photos – if you're willing to brave the cold, that is!

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Like I said, Petra itself is not as strict – I personally wore biker shorts (but I wouldn't have worn anything shorter though). You'll be mostly hiking, and even if you take the easiest trail, the main one, it's still better to wear something that is hiking-friendly.

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Wadi Musa – translated to the Valley of Moses – is a town that is set within a valley that surrounds the ancient city of Petra. With a large number of hotels and plenty of local restaurants to match, in recent years Wadi Musa has seen a tourism boom with visitors choosing to use the town as a base to explore Petra.

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