January weather - Winter 2024

Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average UV index in January

The majestic Ad Deir Monastery, in Petra, Jordan, viewed from inside a cave

Weather in January

January in Petra, Jordan, offers relatively mild winter conditions. The month presents the year's coldest temperatures, falling between 2°C and 13°C. It's an optimal time for those who prefer cooler travel explorations. The month signifies an exit from the typically rainy December, though precipitation persists mildly. Daily sunshine lasts for 7 hours, indicating shorter daylight duration than in other months.

Temperature

January is the coldest month of the year in Petra, registering average temperatures as high as 13°C and as low as 2°C.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall in Petra are January and February, with an average 17mm of precipitation.

Daylight

In Petra, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 27min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 18:13 +03.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

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FAQ

What are the coldest months in Petra?

Temperature records in Petra mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 13°C and lows at 2°C.

What are January temperatures in Petra?

During January, Petra experiences an average high-temperature of 13°C and a low-temperature of 2°C.

What is the rainiest month in Petra?

The wettest months in Petra, Jordan, are January and February, with an average 17mm of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in January in Petra?

In January, in Petra, Jordan, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout January, 17mm of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Petra?

The average day length in January is 10h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Petra?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 18:13 +03.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Petra?

January and December, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Petra, Jordan.

How many hours of sunshine does Petra have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Petra, Jordan, is 7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Petra?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Petra.

How high is the UV index in January in Petra?

In Petra, Jordan, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Average temperature in January
Petra, Jordan

Average high temperature in January: 13°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (33°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13°C).

Average low temperature in January: 2°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (17°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2°C).

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Average rainfall in January
Petra, Jordan

Average rainfall in January: 17mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and February (17mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Petra, Jordan

Average rainfall days in January: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Petra, Jordan

Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

Average sunshine in January: 7h

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 13h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h).

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Average UV index in January
Petra, Jordan

Average UV index in January: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).

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January weather forecast
Petra, Jordan

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