Jordan Climate – June 2026 Update
Top 5 Cities: Amman, Zarqa, Irbid, Aqaba, and Madaba
This month in numbers
Jordan experienced its 5th warmest June on record in 2026, with an average temperature of 28.2°C, marking a significant anomaly of +2.5°C compared to the 1961–1990 baseline. This follows a similarly warm trend over the past three months, with April–June 2026 also ranking as the 5th warmest on record, at 24.37°C, an anomaly of +2.3°C. Globally, June 2026 was the 3rd warmest on record for land temperatures, and the April–June period ranked as the 2nd warmest.
What changed
The past three months in Jordan have been notably warmer than average, continuing a trend seen throughout much of the year. This aligns with a broader global pattern, as global land temperatures also registered among the warmest on record for both the single month of June and the April–June period. Jordan's climate is characterised by hot, dry summers and cool, wet winters, with temperatures varying significantly across its diverse topography, from the Jordan Valley to the western highlands and the eastern desert.
What’s driving change?
Jordan's warming trend is influenced by several factors, including its arid climate and the regional impact of , where dry soils are less able to cool themselves through evaporation. The country's climate is also affected by seasonal shifts, with summers becoming longer and hotter. While Jordan experiences hot, dry summers, the heat can feel more bearable than in other regions due to low humidity and varying elevations. However, the country is highly vulnerable to climate change impacts, including increased heatwaves and droughts, which exacerbate its already critical water scarcity.
Looking ahead
Temperatures are expected to remain slightly above average in the coming weeks, particularly in the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea, and Aqaba regions.
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At a Glance
Temperature – Average
Year-on-Year Trends
The 4byo Climate Helix – Jordan
Data: Our World in Data / NOAA (rainfall: World Bank CCKP / CRU TS 4.08). Baseline: first 30 yrs on record. Recent: last 10 yrs on record.
Jordan – Monthly Temperature – All Years
Data: Our World in Data / NOAA (rainfall: World Bank CCKP / CRU TS 4.08). Baseline: first 30 yrs on record. Recent: last 10 yrs on record.
Records – Jordan
Our World in Data / NOAA - Anomalies vs 1901-2000 mean
Shifting Seasons
Warm/cold + wet/dryKöppen BWh · AridJordan has both a clear warm/cold cycle (±9.8°C) and a wet/dry cycle (28× wet:dry ratio). Both sides of the annual rhythm are shown below.
Monthly rainfall climatology. A “wet month” exceeds the baseline monthly mean (dashed gold line). Biggest month-to-month shift: Jan (-5 mm, -17%).
Data: Our World in Data / NOAA (rainfall: World Bank CCKP / CRU TS 4.08). Baseline: first 30 yrs on record. Recent: last 10 yrs on record.
Rainfall & Precipitation
Rainfall & Rain Days – Totals
Headline: anomaly vs the 1961–1990 mean. Small figure: the actual value. Rank: position in the full record (1st = highest ever). Record: highest (or lowest) value on record with its year.
Emissions & Energy
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Data Sources
Data Sources for Jordan
Every figure on this page is sourced from official, openly published climate datasets. Anomalies are calculated against the 1961–1990 baseline (temperature) and 1991–2020 (rainfall, sunshine, frost) - see the Methodology & Sources page for the complete dataset list and update calendar.
FAQs
FAQs
How is the climate in Jordan changing?
Jordan is warming in line with the rest of the world. The page above shows the latest monthly temperature anomaly versus the 1961-1990 baseline, the long-term annual trend, and the region's rank in the historical record. The headline panel also shows the long-term trend rate per decade and the warmest and coolest years on file.
Where does the climate data for Jordan come from?
Climate data for Jordan comes from Our World in Data, sourcing Copernicus ERA5 and HadCRUT5 (national temperature anomaly) and the Global Carbon Project via Our World in Data (CO₂ emissions), refreshed every month, when the upstream temperature and rainfall data are refreshed.
What is the climate baseline used on this page?
Anomalies on this page are calculated against the 1961-1990 climatological baseline, which is the standard reference period used by the Met Office, NOAA, IPCC and most national climate services. Some panels also show the source-native 1901-2000 (NOAA) or 1991-2020 (WMO) baselines for verification. See Methodology & Sources for the full reference.
Which areas does the Jordan climate data cover?
The Jordan climate profile covers Amman, Zarqa, Irbid, Aqaba and surrounding areas. Temperature, rainfall and emissions data for Jordan
How often is the Jordan climate update refreshed?
The Jordan climate update is refreshed monthly, typically a few days after the previous month closes and the upstream provider (Met Office HadUK-Grid, NOAA Climate at a Glance, Copernicus ERA5 or the Global Carbon Project) publishes its update. See the Climate Rankings for cross-region comparisons.