Jabal Umm ad Dami
Mountain Jordan's highest peak on the Aqaba Governorate border
Jabal Umm ad Dami is Jordan’s highest peak in the Aqaba Governorate; hikers climb its marked trail for summit views over Wadi Araba and neighbouring desert.
Jabal Umm ad Dami is the highest mountain in Jordan, reaching 1,854 metres above sea level. It is located in the country’s southern highlands within Aqaba Governorate near the Saudi border.
Hikers and peak-baggers visit for the summit views across the southern desert and toward the Gulf of Aqaba on clear days. Routes to the summit are typically approached from nearby Wadi Rum or border-area tracks and require a vehicle to reach trailheads.
The mountain has served as a geographic high point rather than a historic fortress or settlement; it is primarily notable for its elevation within the modern state of Jordan. It appears on national topographic maps and is recorded as the country’s summit point.
Jabal Umm ad Dami stands in southern Jordan’s Aqaba Governorate, close to the border with Saudi Arabia and within reach of the Wadi Rum region. The summit is several tens of kilometres from the port city of Aqaba on the Gulf of Aqaba.
- Elevation: Rises to 1,854 metres above sea level and is the highest point in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.
How to Get to Jabal Umm ad Dami #
The usual starting point is from the Aqaba region or nearby towns; hire a 4x4 or arrange a guide from Aqaba to reach trailheads. Expect long, unpaved approaches; coordinates and local guidance are advisable due to the proximity of border areas.
Tips for Visiting Jabal Umm ad Dami #
- Start pre-dawn to avoid heat and to appreciate the high desert's quiet and shifting light.
- Bring plenty of water and high-SPF sun protection - there is little shade on the route to the summit.
- A permit and coordination with local authorities may be necessary for remote border-area travel; hire a guide if unfamiliar with desert navigation.
Best Time to Visit Jabal Umm ad Dami #
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons for hiking; avoid peak summer heat for safety.
Weather & Climate near Jabal Umm ad Dami #
Jabal Umm ad Dami's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with hot 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.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 12°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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June
June is mild 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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 6°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
