January 16 is generally a great time to visit Amman. While there is a slight chance of rain (17%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 13°C weather. 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 January 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 12.6°C. 17% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Amman in January
Based on historical data for January 16, Amman typically experiences temperatures between 5.1°C and 12.6°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (17% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Amman
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
12.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
5.1°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
11.8°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
17%
Avg 0.8mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
44%
Overcast
Pressure
1019.1 hPa
Medium volatility
Amman Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 83% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 160 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 240 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 400 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
7.7°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
91/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Recommended
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~126
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Amman
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:38
☀️ Noon
12:47
🌇 Sunset
17:56
⏱️ Daylight
10h 17m
Wind Speed
15.9 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
72%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Amman
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
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 January 16 averages 12.6°C with a 17% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 82/100."
— 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
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
January 14
13°C • 13% rain
Score
90
January 11
12.9°C • 12% rain
Score
89
January 12
12.9°C • 11% rain
Score
89
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📍 Is Amman Worth Visiting on January 16?
Planning a trip to Amman on January 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 12.6°C with a 17% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 126 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 January 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 17.8°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to 2.1°C in 2019.