Mecca vs Wadi Rum in May

Wadi Rum is the better pick in May — 73 vs 48 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Wadi Rum is hot, dry, while Mecca is sweltering, dry, poor air quality.

Mecca vs Wadi RumMay climate, side by side

MeccaWadi Rum
Comfort score48/100 (F)73/100 (B)
Feels-like high39°C29°C
Avg high / low39° / 25°30° / 16°
Rainfall7 mm3 mm
Rainy days21
Humidity31%30%
Air quality (AQI)13478

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Mecca vs Wadi Rum in May — FAQ

Is May better in Mecca or Wadi Rum?
Wadi Rum is the better pick in May — 73 vs 48 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Wadi Rum is hot, dry, while Mecca is sweltering, dry, poor air quality.
What is the weather like in Mecca vs Wadi Rum in May?
In May, Mecca averages 39°C high / 25°C low with about 7 mm of rain; Wadi Rum averages 30°C high / 16°C low with about 3 mm.