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Amman, Amman Governorate, Jordan

Amman in January

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Amman are April, May, October and November. In January, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; very little rain.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
10°C
Rainfall
4 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$130
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Weather and what to pack

In January, Amman is typically cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; very little rain. Average temperatures sit around 10°C with about 4mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Amman in January

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Emirate of Transjordan
The Emirate of Transjordan, officially the Amirate of Trans-Jordan, was an autonomous administrative division established on 11 April 1921, which remained as such until achieving f
Raghadan Palace
Raghadan Palace, the first Hashemite structure in Jordan, was built by King Abdullah I, the founding monarch of the country. Upon his arrival in Amman, King Abdullah I initially re
Philadelphia (Amman)
Philadelphia was a historical city located in the southern Levant, which was part of the Greek, Nabataean, Roman, and Byzantine realms between the third century BC and the seventh
Odeon Theater (Amman)
The Odeon is a small 500-seat theatre in Amman, Jordan. Not to be confused with the large Roman Theatre that stands right next to it, on the southern side of the Hashemite Plaza, t
Downtown Amman
Downtown Amman is the old town of Jordan's capital, Amman. Nestled in a narrow valley called Wadi Amman, the downtown is a popular tourist destination, known for its shopping souks
Jabal Joufeh
Al-Joufa Mountain is an area in Jordan's capital Amman, south of the Roman amphitheater, and one of the seven mountains that comprise the city. In 1962 Dhaifallah Al-Hamoud, then S

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Amman in January: FAQ

Is January a good time to visit Amman?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Amman's best months are generally April, May, October and November.

What is the weather like in Amman in January?+

Expect average temperatures around 10°C. Rainfall averages about 4mm for the month. In short, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; very little rain.

What should I pack for Amman in January?+

Based on the typical January weather: cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; very little rain.

What is there to do in Amman in January?+

Popular things to do include Emirate of Transjordan, Raghadan Palace, Philadelphia (Amman) and Odeon Theater (Amman). There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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