Aqaba at a glance
- Best time
- Mar – May, Oct – Nov
- Warmest month
- Jul · 38°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 27.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,850 h
- Rain a year
- 26 mm
- Climate
- Hot desert
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Elevation
- 46 m
Climate in Aqaba
Aqaba has a hot desert climate with sunshine almost every day and hardly any rain. July is the warmest month with average highs of 38 °C, while January is the coolest at 20 °C. With around 3,850 hours of sunshine a year, Aqaba is very sunny; June is the sunniest month with 12.4 hours a day.
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: March – May, October – November
What is the weather like in Aqaba in October?
In October, Aqaba is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 25.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Aqaba.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 30 min06:40 – 18:11
- UV index
- 7 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or more
- Wind
- 13 km/haverage daily peak
- Cloud cover
- 13 %on average
- Hot days
- 19 days30 °C or more
- Time zone
- UTC+3Asia/Amman
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %100 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
Sea temperature in Aqaba
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 25.3 – 26.4 °C
Swimming season: All year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Aqaba ranges from 21.5 °C in March to 27.9 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in August, while the air already peaks in July. From December to February the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 27.2 and 28.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 22.1° | 21.3° | 22.7° | refreshing |
| FebruaryFeb | 21.6° | 21.0° | 22.2° | refreshing |
| MarchMar | 21.5° | 21.0° | 22.0° | refreshing |
| AprilApr | 22.0° | 21.4° | 22.7° | refreshing |
| MayMay | 23.6° | 22.9° | 24.0° | pleasant |
| JuneJun | 25.3° | 24.6° | 26.0° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 27.0° | 26.3° | 27.7° | warm |
| AugustAug | 27.9° | 27.2° | 28.8° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 26.9° | 26.1° | 27.7° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 25.8° | 25.3° | 26.4° | pleasant |
| NovemberNov | 24.6° | 23.8° | 25.5° | pleasant |
| DecemberDec | 23.2° | 22.3° | 23.9° | pleasant |
Sunshine hours in Aqaba
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 9.8 of 11.5 hours of daylight in Aqaba, 85 % of the day.
Sunshine hours count the time with bright, direct sunshine (WMO definition, estimated from model data); daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Aqaba: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, it hardly ever rains in Aqaba: 1 mm in the whole month.
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 60 | 20° | 10° | 22.1° | 8.7 h | 2 | 7 |
| FebruaryFeb | 69 | 21° | 10° | 21.6° | 9.3 h | 1 | 7 |
| MarchMar | 90 | 25° | 13° | 21.5° | 10.3 h | 1 | 5 |
| AprilApr | 93 | 30° | 16° | 22.0° | 11.0 h | 0 | 1 |
| MayMay | 85 | 34° | 20° | 23.6° | 11.4 h | 0 | 1 |
| JuneJun | 74 | 36° | 21° | 25.3° | 12.4 h | 0 | 0 |
| JulyJul | 67 | 38° | 23° | 27.0° | 12.1 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 69 | 37° | 23° | 27.9° | 11.8 h | 0 | 0 |
| SeptemberSep | 81 | 35° | 21° | 26.9° | 11.0 h | 0 | 0 |
| OctoberOct | 100 | 31° | 19° | 25.8° | 9.8 h | 0 | 1 |
| NovemberNov | 100 | 26° | 15° | 24.6° | 9.6 h | 0 | 1 |
| DecemberDec | 73 | 21° | 11° | 23.2° | 8.9 h | 1 | 4 |
Climate averages 1996–2025, not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)
29.53° N, 35.01° E · 46 m · Asia/Amman
Best time to visit Aqaba
The best time to visit Aqaba is from March to May and from October to November. For a beach holiday with the sea above 21 °C, go from March to November. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from November to March. From May to September it can get very hot, with highs of up to 38 °C. Rain is a rarity all year: only 26 mm fall in an average year.
Find your perfect month
Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Aqaba for you.
Your best months: April, October – November
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Mar – Nov
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Nov – Mar
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
May – Sep
Highs of 33 °C or more
Aqaba month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
60January20° · Sea 22° · 9 h
In January, Aqaba is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 22.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Aqaba.
Aqaba in January69February21° · Sea 22° · 9 h
In February, Aqaba is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 21.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Aqaba.
Aqaba in February90March25° · Sea 22° · 10 h
In March, Aqaba is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 21.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Aqaba.
Aqaba in March93April30° · Sea 22° · 11 h
In April, Aqaba is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 22.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Aqaba.
Aqaba in April85May34° · Sea 24° · 11 h
In May, Aqaba is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and nights cool down to about 20 °C. The sea averages 23.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Aqaba.
Aqaba in May74June36° · Sea 25° · 12 h
In June, Aqaba is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 25.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 12 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Aqaba.
Aqaba in June67July38° · Sea 27° · 12 h
In July, Aqaba is very hot: daytime highs average 38 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 12 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 31 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Aqaba.
Aqaba in July69August37° · Sea 28° · 12 h
In August, Aqaba is very hot: daytime highs average 37 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 12 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 31 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Aqaba.
Aqaba in August81September35° · Sea 27° · 11 h
In September, Aqaba is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Aqaba.
Aqaba in September100October31° · Sea 26° · 10 h
In October, Aqaba is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 25.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Aqaba.
Aqaba in October100November26° · Sea 25° · 10 h
In November, Aqaba is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 24.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Aqaba.
Aqaba in November73December21° · Sea 23° · 9 h
In December, Aqaba is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 23.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Aqaba.
Aqaba in DecemberPlanning a trip to Aqaba
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 5 h 5 min
- Distance
- 3,800 km
- Time zone
- UTC+3
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Frequently asked questions about Aqaba
When is the best time to visit Aqaba?
The best time to visit Aqaba is from March to May and from October to November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Aqaba?
The sea temperature in Aqaba ranges from 21.5 °C in March to 27.9 °C in August. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Aqaba in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 25.8 °C – pleasant for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Aqaba?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 38 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 20 °C.
When does it rain most in Aqaba?
Rain is a rarity all year: only 26 mm fall in an average year.
How many hours of sunshine does Aqaba get?
Aqaba gets around 3,850 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 12.4 hours a day; in January there are 8.7 hours a day.
What time zone is Aqaba in?
Aqaba uses the time zone Asia/Amman, at UTC+3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Aqaba?
A nonstop flight from London to Aqaba takes about 5 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 3,800 km.
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