Temperatures in October
It's hot in October in Petra with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 19°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Petra in October. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Petra with hot temperatures, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights close to 18°C. You won’t see any precipitation in the first days of the month, it’s all sunny skies.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature drops to around 32°C, with nights close to 16°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Petra will be around 31°C, with nights close to 15°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
Precipitation in October
According to weather history, there is only 7,1 mm of precipitation in October. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The average chance of precipitation is only 8% in October. There are only a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in October for Petra. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Petra in October |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
32°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
35°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
29°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
7,1 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
3 days | 14 days | |
September
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Petra?
October is a great month to be in Petra for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Petra in October
With 42°C, Petra hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2015. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 7°C to a high of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Petra
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Petra, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Petra
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Petra, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown 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 rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect around 3 days of rain in Petra.
Daily UV Index in October in Petra
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Petra, 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 October in Petra Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Petra, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Petra Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Petra, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in October for Petra
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Average Weather in Petra by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Petra. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
