December 17 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Amman. With minimal rain risk (8%) and pleasant highs of 15°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Amman right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Amman
Currency
JOD
د.ا Jordanian dinar
Language
Arabic
Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.849
Amman Weather Forecast for December 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 14.8°C. 8% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Amman in December
Based on historical data for December 17, Amman typically experiences temperatures between 6.7°C and 14.8°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (8% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Amman
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
14.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
6.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
14.7°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
8%
Avg 0.3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
36%
Overcast
Pressure
1020.2 hPa
Low volatility
Amman Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 96% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
8.9°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Jordan
Flight Traffic
High
85/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Recommended
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~117
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Amman
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:31
☀️ Noon
12:33
🌇 Sunset
17:35
⏱️ Daylight
10h 3m
Wind Speed
14.1 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
68%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Amman
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
High pressure may reduce activity.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Amman on December 17 averages 14.8°C with a 8% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 99/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Amman Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Amman Worth Visiting on December 17?
Planning a trip to Amman on December 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 14.8°C with a 8% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 117 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Jordan, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 19.3°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to 6.2°C in 2015.