What the governments of the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada tell their own citizens about travelling to Jordan, in their own words, plus practical help with packing.
Travel advice levels
Each government rates the risks for its own citizens, on its own scale. The levels are shown exactly as published; they are not equivalent to each other and are not combined here.
UK
United KingdomForeign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Advises against all travel to parts of the country
No numbered levels
Updated 10 September 2026
Latest change, in the source's words:Addition of information about Iranian missile strikes on Jordan (‘Warnings and insurance’ page)
The official source shows no update to this advice in over 12 months. Check the official page for the current version.
Trip Rulebook could not refresh this source since 30 September 2026. The official website may have newer advice.
Emergency numbers
From the section “Emergency services in Jordan” of the UK government's travel advice for Jordan, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
Telephone: 911 (ambulance, fire, police)
Local laws and customs
From the section “Laws and cultural differences” of the UK government's travel advice for Jordan, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
Jordan is a predominantly Islamic country. Always respect local traditions, customs, laws and religions so you do not cause offence.
Personal ID
The police carry out random security checks. Keep ID (passport or driving licence) with you to show at checkpoints.
Alcohol laws
It’s illegal to drink alcohol on the street, but you can drink in bars, clubs, hotels and private homes.
Illegal drugs and prison sentences
It is illegal to possess, use or traffic drugs. If convicted, you can get a lengthy prison sentence and heavy fine.
LGBT+ travellers
Same-sex sexual relations are not illegal, but same-sex couples showing affection in public may cause offence. You could be arrested under other Jordanian laws. Read more advice for LGBT+ travellers.
Unmarried couples living together
It is socially unacceptable for unmarried foreign couples to live together. Some landlords may ask if you are married or request a marriage certificate.
Converting people to Christianity
It is illegal to encourage someone to convert to Christianity. You could face a prison sentence or a fine.
Visiting Petra
The Petra Archaeological Park has strict visitor opening and closing hours. You risk arrest and prosecution if you are in the park outside of these hours. Tourists have been locked in Petra overnight.
Ask the tourist office staff if you’re unclear about ticket prices and before agreeing to additional charges.
Money
Cash machines are only widely available in Amman and other major towns and cities. Most places accept card payments.
Travelling with medicines
From the section “Medication” of the UK government's travel advice for Jordan, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.
From the section “Extreme weather and natural disasters” of the UK government's travel advice for Jordan, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
In the rainy season from November to March, the Jordanian government sometimes issues flood alerts, particularly along the Jordan Valley. Flood alerts can cause diversions and road closures, affecting drivers and hikers. There is a risk of flash flooding. Be alert to advisories and co-operate with the authorities.
What to pack
Practical suggestions from Trip Rulebook, based on open data and fixed rules. They are not safety or legal advice: rules on clothing, medicines and restricted items are covered only by the official text on this page.
Chargers and plugs
Plug typesBCDFGJ
Voltage230/400 V
Frequency50 Hz
Plug and voltage data: Wikipedia, “Mains electricity by country”, CC BY-SA 4.0 (licence), retrieved 2026-09-29. Sockets in hotels can differ; the label on your charger (for example “INPUT 100–240V”) tells you which voltages it accepts.
Clothes for the weather
Rainfall Average temperature
January
Average
9 °C (48 °F)
Lows
4 °C (38 °F)
Highs
15 °C (59 °F)
Rain
25 mm (1.0 in)
Warm jacket or coat, jumper and long trousers.
Usually dry.
February
Average
11 °C (51 °F)
Lows
5 °C (40 °F)
Highs
17 °C (63 °F)
Rain
23 mm (0.9 in)
Light jacket or fleece and long sleeves.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
March
Average
14 °C (58 °F)
Lows
8 °C (46 °F)
Highs
21 °C (70 °F)
Rain
15 mm (0.6 in)
Light jacket or fleece and long sleeves.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
April
Average
19 °C (66 °F)
Lows
11 °C (53 °F)
Highs
26 °C (79 °F)
Rain
7 mm (0.3 in)
Light clothes, with a light layer for the evenings.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
May
Average
23 °C (74 °F)
Lows
15 °C (60 °F)
Highs
31 °C (88 °F)
Rain
4 mm (0.1 in)
Light clothes, with a light layer for the evenings.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
June
Average
26 °C (79 °F)
Lows
18 °C (64 °F)
Highs
34 °C (94 °F)
Rain
0 mm (0.0 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very hot days on average: loose clothing and a refillable water bottle.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
July
Average
28 °C (83 °F)
Lows
20 °C (68 °F)
Highs
37 °C (98 °F)
Rain
0 mm (0.0 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very hot days on average: loose clothing and a refillable water bottle.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
August
Average
28 °C (83 °F)
Lows
21 °C (69 °F)
Highs
36 °C (98 °F)
Rain
0 mm (0.0 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very hot days on average: loose clothing and a refillable water bottle.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
September
Average
26 °C (79 °F)
Lows
18 °C (65 °F)
Highs
34 °C (94 °F)
Rain
0 mm (0.0 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very hot days on average: loose clothing and a refillable water bottle.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
October
Average
22 °C (71 °F)
Lows
15 °C (58 °F)
Highs
29 °C (85 °F)
Rain
5 mm (0.2 in)
Light clothes, with a light layer for the evenings.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
November
Average
16 °C (60 °F)
Lows
9 °C (48 °F)
Highs
22 °C (72 °F)
Rain
12 mm (0.5 in)
Light jacket or fleece and long sleeves.
Big difference between day and night: pack layers.
Usually dry.
December
Average
11 °C (52 °F)
Lows
5 °C (41 °F)
Highs
17 °C (62 °F)
Rain
17 mm (0.7 in)
Light jacket or fleece and long sleeves.
Usually dry.
National averages for 1991-2020. Coasts, mountains and regions can be very different, and any given year can be warmer, colder or wetter. Suggestions come from fixed rules based on these averages. Climate data: World Bank Climate Change Knowledge Portal, observed climate data (CRU TS), CRU TS (cru_ts4.09), Climatic Research Unit, University of East Anglia, CC BY 4.0 (licence).
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