What to expect in Petra in October
October is one of the best times to visit Petra. Expect 25° / 12°, the biggest crowds of the year and prices close to the yearly average.
Petra weather in October
Typical conditions in Petra during October, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 25°C 77°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 12°C 54°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 10/100 |
| How it feels | Warm and comfortable |
Average highs sit around 25°C with lows near 12°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for Petra — the biggest crowds of the year.
Prices & value
Prices run mid-range this month: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Light layers for 25°C days and something with sleeves for evenings, which cool to around 12°C. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
Costs in October sit around the yearly average for Petra — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Jordan Trail Autumn Season, Petra by Night while you’re there.
- Jordan Trail Autumn Season — Cooling temperatures bring a second wave of long-distance hikers onto the trail sections around Petra and Wadi Rum.
- Petra by Night — Candles line the Siq and Treasury courtyard three evenings a week for a torch-lit walk and Bedouin music.
Petra in October 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August | 33° / 18° | Low | $ | 73 |
| September | 30° / 16° | Moderate | $$ | 64 |
| October · This month | 25° / 12° | High | $$ | 60 |
| November | 19° / 7° | Moderate | $$ | 59 |
| December | 14° / 3° | Low | $ | 66 |
These months score higher for Petra on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in October
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in October.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated August 2026
