Petra vs Wadi Rum in May

Petra is the better pick in May — 91 vs 73 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Petra is warm, dry, while Wadi Rum is hot, dry.

Petra vs Wadi Rum — May climate, side by side

🇯🇴 Petra🇯🇴 Wadi Rum
Comfort score91/100 (S)73/100 (B)
Feels-like high27°C29°C
Avg high / low28° / 16°30° / 16°
Rainfall3 mm3 mm
Rainy days11
Humidity34%30%
Air quality (AQI)6478

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

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Petra vs Wadi Rum in May — FAQ

Is May better in Petra or Wadi Rum?
Petra is the better pick in May — 91 vs 73 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Petra is warm, dry, while Wadi Rum is hot, dry.
What is the weather like in Petra vs Wadi Rum in May?
In May, Petra averages 28°C high / 16°C low with about 3 mm of rain; Wadi Rum averages 30°C high / 16°C low with about 3 mm.