Al Hussein Bin Talal University Weather

Weather and Climate at AHU

Al Hussein Bin Talal University (AHU) is located in Ma'an, Jordan, which experiences a desert climate. The weather is characterized by:

• Hot summers with temperatures often exceeding 35°C (95°F).
• Cool winters with temperatures ranging from 5°C to 15°C (41°F to 59°F).
• Minimal rainfall, with an annual average of about 50 mm.
• Occasional sandstorms and dust storms, particularly in spring.

The climate impacts commuting and campus life by necessitating air conditioning in summer and heating in winter. Outdoor research activities are best conducted in the milder months of spring and autumn.