Ba'ja
Archaeological Site Ancient settlement site in Ma'an Governorate, Jordan
A Neolithic settlement site near Petra in Ma’an Governorate with stone-built houses and ancient tombs; visited by archaeologists and travelers interested in prehistoric Levantine sites.
How to Get to Ba'ja #
Ba’ja is in Ma’an Governorate, south of Petra and near other Neolithic sites. Access typically requires a car from Petra or Ma’an; the nearest tourist hubs are Petra (Wadi Musa) and the town of Ma’an. Local guides and tour companies include Ba’ja on archaeological circuits.
Tips for Visiting Ba'ja #
- Wear good walking shoes - the archaeological site is rugged and paths can be steep.
- Hire a local guide to understand Neolithic building techniques and the site's chronology.
- Bring water and sun protection; the site sits in an arid, exposed landscape.
Best Time to Visit Ba'ja #
Best visited in spring or autumn to avoid intense heat in summer and cooler winter nights.
Weather & Climate near Ba'ja #
Ba'ja's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 31°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C. The wettest month with 50 mm of rain and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 15°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
