Petra vs Wadi Rum in December

Wadi Rum is the better pick in December — 88 vs 82 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Wadi Rum is cool, dry, while Petra is cool, dry.

Petra vs Wadi RumDecember climate, side by side

PetraWadi Rum
Comfort score82/100 (A)88/100 (A)
Feels-like high12°C13°C
Avg high / low16° / 7°17° / 6°
Rainfall12 mm4 mm
Rainy days31
Humidity59%55%
Air quality (AQI)5355

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

Petra vs Wadi Rum in December — FAQ

Is December better in Petra or Wadi Rum?
Wadi Rum is the better pick in December — 88 vs 82 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Wadi Rum is cool, dry, while Petra is cool, dry.
What is the weather like in Petra vs Wadi Rum in December?
In December, Petra averages 16°C high / 7°C low with about 12 mm of rain; Wadi Rum averages 17°C high / 6°C low with about 4 mm.