Jabal Ram

Mountain Prominent sandstone peak in Aqaba Governorate

Sandstone massif within the Wadi Rum landscape of southern Jordan. Climbers, hikers and desert tour operators visit for ridgeline routes, desert scenery and Bedouin camps.

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Jabal Ram
Jabal Ram (near Wadi Rum/Aqaba), Aqaba Governorate, Jordan
29.5751, 35.3955
No formal entrance fee (mountain area)

How to Get to Jabal Ram #

Access is usually via Aqaba or the Wadi Rum visitor areas; tours and guides operate from Aqaba and Wadi Rum village. Check for any local restrictions and use licensed Bedouin guides for on-foot or climbing routes.

Tips for Visiting Jabal Ram #

  • If hiking, prepare for steep, rocky terrain and bring plenty of water; temperatures can vary substantially between day and night.
  • Combine a visit with Aqaba for services and guides; local Bedouin guides offer route knowledge and cultural context.
  • Respect military or border restrictions near the Jordan-Israel-Saudi borders; some areas may be sensitive.

Best Time to Visit Jabal Ram #

Best in spring and autumn for comfortable desert temperatures and clear skies.

Spring and autumn
Mar -May, Sep -Nov · 15 -28°C (59 -82°F)
Pleasant temperatures for hiking and exploring desert formations.
Winter
Dec -Feb · 5 -18°C (41 -64°F)
Cooler nights; chance of rare winter storms.

Weather & Climate near Jabal Ram #

Climate

Jabal Ram's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 32°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
43°
Warmest Month
-6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.4h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
52%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
11.0h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
17°
43%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 23°
35%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
14° 28°
30%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
13.5h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
16° 31°
30%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.8
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
18° 32°
31%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
13.7h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
18° 32°
34%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
13.1h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
16° 30°
38%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
12° 25°
42%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
11.3h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°
51%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
10.6h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
57%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.2h daylight

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