Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for January
| Metric | Amman | Beirut | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 13°C (55°F) | 16°C (61°F)▲ | Beirut |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 4°C (39°F) | 8°C (46°F)▲ | Beirut |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 8 days▲ | 13 days | Amman |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 48 mm▲ | 129 mm | Amman |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 9h/day | 9h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 70% | 70% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 2 | 2 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 17 km/h | 14 km/h▲ | Beirut |
Amman and Beirut are closely matched in January. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.
Amman is on the cooler side at 13°C, requiring warmer clothing. Beirut is also comfortable at 16°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Amman is the stronger choice in January.
Amman reaches an average high of 13°C (55°F) and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Beirut averages 16°C (61°F) for the high and 8°C (46°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in January.
Amman receives approximately 48 mm of rainfall across 8 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Beirut sees 129 mm over 13 rain days. That makes Amman the drier option by 5 rain days and 81 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.
Highs of 13°C, lows of 4°C, 8 rain days
Highs of 16°C, lows of 8°C, 13 rain days
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers. These items are useful in either destination during January.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. January is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Amman | Beirut | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 13°C | 8d | 16°C | 13d |
| Feb | 14°C | 8d | 16°C | 11d |
| Mar | 18°C | 6d | 19°C | 10d |
| Apr | 23°C | 3d | 22°C | 7d |
| May | 28°C | 1d | 26°C | 4d |
| Jun | 31°C | 0d | 29°C | 1d |
| Jul | 33°C | 0d | 31°C | 0d |
| Aug | 33°C | 0d | 31°C | 0d |
| Sep | 31°C | 0d | 30°C | 1d |
| Oct | 27°C | 2d | 27°C | 5d |
| Nov | 20°C | 4d | 22°C | 8d |
| Dec | 15°C | 6d | 18°C | 11d |
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