What to expect in Petra in August
August is usually the wrong time for Petra: 33° / 18°. Consider October · March instead.
Petra weather in August
Typical conditions in Petra during August, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 33°C 91°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 18°C 64°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 2/100 |
| How it feels | Hot — midday shade matters |
Average highs sit around 33°C with lows near 18°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Low for Petra — plenty of space at the main sights.
Prices & value
Prices run low season this month: some of the best deals of the year.
What to pack
Lightweight, breathable clothes, strong sun protection and a refillable bottle — highs near 33°C make midday heat the main constraint. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
This is one of the cheaper months to visit Petra. Flights and accommodation sit near their yearly floor, and you can usually book late without being punished for it. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 55% less.
Who this month suits
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- People who would rather have space than perfect conditions
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Petra by Night while you’re there.
- Petra by Night — Candles line the Siq and Treasury courtyard three evenings a week for a torch-lit walk and Bedouin music.
Petra in August compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 32° / 16° | Low | $ | 68 |
| July | 33° / 18° | Low | $ | 73 |
| August · This month | 33° / 18° | Low | $ | 73 |
| September | 30° / 16° | Moderate | $$ | 64 |
| October | 25° / 12° | High | $$ | 60 |
These months score higher for Petra on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in August
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in August.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated August 2026
