Petra Travel Guide
Petra travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Petra is a tourist attraction in Jordan. Petra is a landmark known for the rose-red city carved into rock.
Right now it is 83°F (29°C) in Petra with partly cloudy. It feels like 92°F. Today runs from 70°F to 88°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Petra 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 91°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 45°F.
The closest major airport is Ben Gurion Airport (TLV), about 120 mi away. Nearby highlights include Petra, Dead Sea and Mount Sinai.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 88°F is 3.1°F below the 91°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. photography is the strongest bet in Petra 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.
Map of Petra
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 30°19′42.6″N 35°26′39.8″E (30.3285, 35.4444)
Weather in Petra right now
Full protection required. Avoid direct sun between 10am and 4pm.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:45 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 88° / 70°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 16 mph
⛅ 89° / 70°
Partly cloudy · 0% rain · wind 8 mph
Quick facts about Petra
Things to do in Petra
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Petra.
Best time to visit Petra
Go in April, May, June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- High-factor sunscreen and a long-sleeve sun layer for midday
- Avoid unshaded sightseeing between 10am and 4pm - the UV index peaks at 8.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Petra
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Gurion Airport | TLV | 120 mi | Tel Aviv |
| Cairo International Airport | CAI | 242 mi | Cairo |
Explore Petra
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Petra?
Petra is a tourist attraction in Jordan. Its coordinates are 30.3285, 35.4444. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Petra right now?
It is currently 83°F (29°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 63% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Petra?
April, May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Petra, which has a semi-arid climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Petra in?
Petra observes Asia/Amman (UTC+03:00). The local time is 1:45 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Petra?
The closest airports are Ben Gurion Airport (TLV), 120 mi away and Cairo International Airport (CAI), 242 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Petra?
Popular options include Petra, Dead Sea and Mount Sinai.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - 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 23, 2026 at 1:45 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
