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Amman, Amman Governorate, Jordan

Amman in May

A great time to visit. The best months for Amman are April, May, October and November. In May, warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; very little rain.

A great time to visit.
Avg temp
23°C
Rainfall
2 mm
Crowds
Ideal
~Cost/day
$130
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Weather and what to pack

In May, Amman is typically warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; very little rain. Average temperatures sit around 23°C with about 2mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Amman in May

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Emirate of Transjordan
The Emirate of Transjordan, officially the Emirate 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 May: FAQ

Is May a good time to visit Amman?+

A great time to visit. Amman's best months are generally April, May, October and November.

What is the weather like in Amman in May?+

Expect average temperatures around 23°C. Rainfall averages about 2mm for the month. In short, warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; very little rain.

What should I pack for Amman in May?+

Based on the typical May weather: warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; very little rain.

What is there to do in Amman in May?+

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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