Month guide · Petra · Jordan
Petra in March
What March is really like in Petra: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Bernard Gagnon, CC BY-SA 3.0
Quick answer
March is one of the best months to visit Petra. Expect average highs of 17°C (63°F), lows of 7°C (45°F), about 4 rainy days and roughly 11.9 hours of daylight. Spring begins, with wildflowers in the valleys and comfortable hiking temperatures; very popular.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 17°C (63°F) / 7°C (45°F)
- Rainy days
- About 4
- Daylight
- About 11.9 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in March
March is the 9th-warmest month in Petra: days average 17°C (63°F) against a yearly average high of 23°C (73°F), and nights fall to about 7°C (45°F). Rain falls on roughly 4 of its 31 days. Compared with February (14°C (57°F)), March is warmer; by April highs climb to around 22°C (72°F).
- Sunrise (15 March)
- About 06:48
- Sunset (15 March)
- About 18:47
- Daylight
- About 11.9 hours
Spring (March–May). Wildflowers and mild, dry weather; the most popular time to visit, with the busiest trails in April.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, March rates 4 for crowds (the peak is April at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in April). Book accommodation early: March is one of the pricier months.
Events in March
March has no major recurring festival in Petra, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in March
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Historic site · Little Petra camps
Little Petra (Siq al-Barid)
Visit early or late in the day; it is much quieter than the main site and makes a good half-day with lunch at a nearby camp.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Kids
- Off the beaten path
Museum · Visitor Centre area
Petra Museum
Opened in 2019 beside the Visitor Centre, the museum explains Nabataean history, trade, water engineering and religion with finds from Petra, including carved statues, pottery and jewellery.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Rainy day
- Kids
Experience · Wadi Musa town centre
Jordanian cooking class
Book for your first evening if you arrive early, or the night after your longest hiking day.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Food
- Kids
- Couples
Historic site · Petra Archaeological Park
Royal Tombs
Carved into the face of Jabal al-Khubtha, the Royal Tombs include the Urn Tomb, with its vaulted terrace later used as a Byzantine church, the small Silk Tomb with swirling bands of red, yellow and white sandstone, the Corinthian Tomb and the multi-storey Palace Tomb.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Expensive
- Iconic
- History
- Architecture
- Photo spot
- Views
What to pack
For highs near 17°C, lows near 7°C and 4 wet days: layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; comfortable walking shoes.
Is March a good time to visit Petra?
One of the best months to visit Petra. The other best months are April–May and October–November. Compare every month.
Petra in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is March a good time to visit Petra?
It is one of the best months to visit Petra. Spring begins, with wildflowers in the valleys and comfortable hiking temperatures; very popular.
+How warm is Petra in March?
Average highs are around 17°C (63°F) and lows around 7°C (45°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Petra in March?
Expect rain on about 4 days of the month, so it is usually dry.