Petra Weather in April

Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies. Average highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C, with around 2 rainy days expected throughout the month.

✦ This is a recommended month to visit Petra. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.

Average high

24°C

Average low

13°C

Rainy days

2 days

Best months to visit

April, May, June, July, August, September, October

What to do in Petra in April

Whatever the weather, Petra rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:

Hike the Siq gorge to the Treasury Explore the hidden city's carved monasteries and tombs Climb to the High Place of Sacrifice Visit the Monastery carved into cliff tops Attend the sound and light show at night Camp near Petra in Bedouin-style camps

What to pack for April

Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.