June weather forecast
Petra, Jordan

June in Petra expresses the full power of the summer sun. Climatic conditions tilt towards intense warmth, but the city's ancient structures provide relieving shaded spots. Absolute absence of rainfall marks this month, making way for uninterrupted outdoor exploration. Enthusiasts of extreme heat would find this time optimally challenging. At the same time, longer daylight hours allow ample time to marvel at Petra's historic beauty.

Temperature

The shift into June is marked by a modest rise in the average high-temperature, moving from May's warm 28°C (82.4°F) to a hot 32°C (89.6°F). In June, the nighttime temperature plummets remarkably from the daily apex to a steady average of 16°C (60.8°F).

Rainfall

In Petra, rain does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The month with the longest days in Petra, Jordan, is June, with an average of 14h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 19:35. On the last day of June, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 19:44 +03.

Sunshine

June and July, with an average of 13h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Petra.

UV index

June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 12 in June interprets into the following advice:
Put into action all crucial precautions. Defense against sun damage is a must. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Post an outdoor workout or swimming, a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen should be applied generously and frequently.