Geography of Jordan
Geography of Jordan: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Jordan
Dead Sea is 40 mi to the south-west, Jerusalem is 44 mi to the west, Israel is 44 mi to the west and Ben Gurion Airport is 61 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 31°56′43.4″N 35°55′42.2″E (31.9454, 35.9284)
Quick facts about Jordan
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Continent | Asia |
| Coordinates | 31°56′43.4″N 35°55′42.2″E (31.9454, 35.9284) |
| Capital | Amman |
| Population | 11.000.000 |
| Area | 34.495 sq mi |
| ISO code | JO |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | JOR |
| Currency | Jordanian dinar (JOD) |
| Languages | Arabic |
| Calling code | +962 |
| Time zone | Asia/Amman |
| Local time | 5:55 AM (UTC+03:00) |
| Best months | April, May, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Semi-arid |
Geography by attraction in Jordan
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Geography by unesco world heritage site in Jordan
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Summary
Jordan is a country in Asia. Jordan is a country in Asia with its capital at Amman. It has a population of about 11 million. The capital is Amman.
Right now it is 72°F (22°C) in Jordan with clear. It feels like 67°F. Today runs from 72°F to 94°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Jordan is April, May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is semi-arid. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 93°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 44°F.
The closest major airport is Ben Gurion Airport (TLV), about 61 mi away. Nearby highlights include Petra, Petra and Dead Sea.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 94°F is in line with the 93°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Jordan today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Jordan month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56° | 45° | 1,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 57° | 44° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 63° | 48° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 73° | 56° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 80° | 60° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 90° | 69° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 91° | 71° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 93° | 72° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 87° | 68° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 79° | 62° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 70° | 56° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 59° | 48° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Semi-arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Jordan?
Jordan is a country in Asia. Its coordinates are 31.9454, 35.9284. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Jordan right now?
It is currently 72°F (22°C) with clear. Humidity is 26% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Jordan?
April, May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Jordan, which has a semi-arid climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Jordan in?
Jordan observes Asia/Amman (UTC+03:00). The local time is 5:55 AM.
How many people live in Jordan?
Jordan has a population of approximately 11 million.
What is the nearest airport to Jordan?
The closest airports are Ben Gurion Airport (TLV), 61 mi away and Cairo International Airport (CAI), 296 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Jordan?
Popular options include Petra, Petra and Dead Sea.
What places are in Jordan?
Jordan covers 3 places in this atlas, including Petra, Petra and Wadi Musa.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 5:55 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
