Beirut vs Amman

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Amman edges ahead as the better destination in January. Amman offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 8 rain days, while Beirut sees 8 sunshine hours and 13 rain days.

Beirut sits in the comfortable travel range at 16°C. Amman is cooler at 13°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Amman is the stronger choice in January. Amman receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Beirut reaches an average high of 16°C (61°F) and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Amman averages 13°C (55°F) for the high and 4°C (39°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°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.

Beirut receives approximately 129 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Amman sees 48 mm over 8 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%.