Al-Turrah Travel Guide

City City in Irbid, Jordan known for agriculture

A northern Jordan town framed by olive terraces and market streets; visitors use it as a doorway to Irbid’s Roman ruins, hiking across wadis and sampling village bakeries and mezze.

Costs

About $30-45 per day

Typical small-town Jordanian prices for food and lodging.

Safety

Moderately safe; standard precautions

Northern Jordan is stable but stay aware near border areas.

Best Time

March-May (spring)

Spring avoids summer heat and offers wildflowers and comfortable hiking.

In This Guide

Why Visit Al-Turrah?
Top Things to Do
Plan Your Visit
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

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Weather

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Population

14,619

Infrastructure & Convenience

Basic bus links to Irbid, predominately Arabic signage, walkable village center.

Popularity

Hardly visited by international tourists; mainly local and regional visitors.

Known For

agricultural landscapes, local markets, olive groves, rural Jordanian life, nearby archaeological sites, mosques, traditional cuisine, pedestrian streets

Al-Turrah is located in Irbid Governorate in Jordan's agriculturally rich north.

Why Visit Al-Turrah? #

Located in Irbid Governorate, this town draws visitors interested in rural Jordanian life, olive groves and market culture. You’ll find seasonal olive harvests, neighborhood souks and cafés serving mansaf and mezze, while local Dabke performances and mosque courtyards reflect regional traditions. It’s a place to explore agrarian landscapes and sincere community rhythms away from larger tourist hubs.

Top Things to Do in Al-Turrah

All Attractions ›

Temple of Artemis, Jerash

Roman temple ruins within Greco-Roman Jerash site

Archaeological Site

Gadara

Ancient Hellenistic city with Roman ruins

Archaeological Site

Sea of Galilee

Freshwater lake central to New Testament events

Lake

Pella, Jordan

Ancient Greco-Roman city ruins and archaeological site

Archaeological Site

Hippos (Golan Heights)

Ancient Greco-Roman city ruins overlooking the Sea of Galilee

Archaeological Site

Gamla

Ancient Jewish ruin and nature reserve with vultures

Archaeological Site

Hamat Gader

Thermal springs and archaeological site with Roman baths

Archaeological Site

Rujm el-Hiri

Bronze Age stone ring and cairn complex in Golan

Archaeological Site

Best Time to Visit Al-Turrah #

Al-Turrah in northern Jordan follows a Mediterranean pattern: hot, dry summers and cool, wetter winters. Aim for spring (March-May) or autumn for mild days and fewer crowds; summers can be very hot midday.

Winter

December - February · 5°C - 14°C (41°F - 57°F)

Cool, wet periods with brisk mornings - layers needed, especially at night; not ideal for long sunbathing.

Summer

June - August · 25°C - 35°C (77°F - 95°F)

Hot, dry and sunny days perfect for outdoor sightseeing, though mid-afternoon heat can be intense.

Spring

March - May · 12°C - 25°C (54°F - 77°F)

Pleasant temperatures and blooming countryside; occasional showers but overall enjoyable for hikes and village visits.

Best Time to Visit Al-Turrah #

Climate

Al-Turrah's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 33°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit

JuneJulyAugust

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

45°

Warmest Month

-6°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 80 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

61 Good

Comfort

9°

Feels Like Cold

9°C

Temperature

4° – 14°

70%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

80 mm

Rainfall

2.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.5

UV Index

Low

10.1h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

10°

Feels Like Cool

10°C

Temperature

5° – 15°

67%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

71 mm

Rainfall

2.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.8

UV Index

Moderate

10.9h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

13°

Feels Like Cool

13°C

Temperature

7° – 19°

61%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

58 mm

Rainfall

2.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.2

UV Index

High

11.9h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.

90 Ideal

Comfort

17°

Feels Like Cool

17°C

Temperature

11° – 24°

53%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

20 mm

Rainfall

3.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.7

UV Index

Very High

12.9h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

22°

Feels Like Mild

22°C

Temperature

14° – 29°

45%

Humidity

Comfortable

Weather

6 mm

Rainfall

3.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.1

UV Index

Extreme

13.7h daylight

June

June is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Warm

24°C

Temperature

17° – 32°

44%

Humidity

Comfortable

Weather

0 mm

Rainfall

3.9 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.6

UV Index

Extreme

14.1h daylight

July

July is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

19° – 33°

47%

Humidity

Comfortable

Weather

0 mm

Rainfall

3.5 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.6

UV Index

Extreme

13.9h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

20° – 33°

51%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

0 mm

Rainfall

3.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.3

UV Index

Extreme

13.2h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

99 Ideal

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

18° – 31°

51%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

0 mm

Rainfall

2.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.8

UV Index

Very High

12.2h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

15° – 28°

50%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

10 mm

Rainfall

2.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.2

UV Index

High

11.2h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

81 Excellent

Comfort

16°

Feels Like Cool

16°C

Temperature

10° – 22°

56%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

37 mm

Rainfall

2.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.7

UV Index

Moderate

10.4h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

11°

Feels Like Cool

11°C

Temperature

6° – 16°

65%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

71 mm

Rainfall

2.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.5

UV Index

Low

9.9h daylight

How to Get to Al-Turrah

By Air

By Train & Bus

Where to Stay in Al-Turrah #

Budget

Irbid city centre - $10-35/night

Al-Turrah is a small locality near Irbid with few budget beds. Budget travelers usually stay in Irbid city where hostels and guesthouses are available.

Mid-Range

Irbid (central) - $40-90/night

Mid-range hotels and family-run boutique stays are concentrated in Irbid; they offer comfortable rooms and easier access to services.

Luxury

Amman / select Irbid hotels - $120+/night

There are virtually no luxury hotels in Al-Turrah itself. For higher-end rooms, look to Amman or select Irbid properties.