January weather forecast
Amman, Jordan

Wintertime in Amman, Jordan is marked by a cool climate with an average high of 12.3°C (54.1°F) and the mercury dipping to a low of 3.6°C (38.5°F). January is typically a time of consistent climatic conditions that make it not only one of the coldest but also one of the cloudiest months. Days comprise an average of 10.3 daylight hours, a rather shorter than the rest of the year due to the winter weather. One will notice a contrast from the warmer months, with less sunshine and more rainfall. Amman experiences rainfall averaging 63mm (2.48") during the month, making it one of the wettest times of the year.

Temperature

January stands out as Amman's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 12.3°C (54.1°F) and a low-temperature of 3.6°C (38.5°F).

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall in Amman. Rain falls for 11 days and accumulates 63mm (2.48") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 20min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 18:08 +03.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during January leads to these instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.