Al-Khazneh الخزنة
Petra, Jordan
Al-Khazneh is an archaeological site and tomb located within the ancient city of Petra, Jordan. Carved from sandstone during the 1st century, it stands as one of the most looked-up sights in Jordan.
Planning a visit
The climate in this region varies throughout the year. The summer months of June, July, and August are the hottest, with daily highs reaching 31 °C and no recorded rainfall. Those preferring cooler weather may consider visiting in April or May, when temperatures range from 23 °C to 27 °C with minimal rain. January and February are the coldest months, with daily highs of 12 °C to 13 °C and the highest probability of precipitation, reaching up to 57 mm.
Travelers can reach the site by flying into Ramon International Airport in Eilat, Israel, located 78 km away. For those arriving from within the country, the site is 187 km from Amman. Once at the location, visitors can combine their trip with a visit to the broader archaeological site of Petra, which is 1.2 km away. Please note that wheelchair access is not available at this location.
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 31 °C. The wettest is January, with about 57 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 12 | 13 | 17 | 23 | 27 | 29 | 31 | 31 | 29 | 25 | 19 | 14 |
| Average low, °C | 3 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 19 | 17 | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Rainfall, mm | 57 | 48 | 42 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 17 | 33 |
| Rainy days | 9 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 6 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
