Jordan will remain under the influence of a hot air mass through Tuesday, keeping temperatures above seasonal averages, according to the Jordan Meteorological Department (JMD). The agency said the heatwave will begin to ease on Wednesday, with a noticeable drop in temperatures, returning to seasonal norms by Thursday.
Meanwhile, the Public Security Directorate (PSD) and the Ministry of Agriculture renewed their public advisories, urging residents to take precautionary measures during the ongoing heatwave.
On Sunday, temperatures are expected to remain 4–5 degrees Celsius above average for this time of year. Weather conditions will be hot across most regions and very hot in the Badia, the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea, and Aqaba. Moderate northwesterly winds will become active at times during the evening.
Nighttime weather will be moderate in most areas but relatively hot in the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea, and Aqaba.
Forecast high and low temperatures are as follows:
* East Amman: 39°C / 25°C
* West Amman: 37°C / 23°C
* Northern Highlands: 34°C / 22°C
* Sharah Highlands: 32°C / 20°C
* Badia: 42°C / 23°C
* Plains: 38°C / 25°C
* Northern Jordan Valley: 43°C / 26°C
* Southern Jordan Valley: 44°C / 28°C
* Dead Sea: 44°C / 27°C
* Gulf of Aqaba: 43°C / 29°C
The Meteorological Department warned of reduced visibility due to dust in Badia regions and advised the public to avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight during peak hours, refrain from lighting fires in forested and open areas, and never leave children or elderly people inside parked vehicles.
Hot conditions are expected to continue on Monday and Tuesday, with very hot weather persisting in the Badia, the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea, and Aqaba. Moderate northwesterly winds will become active at intervals, particularly across the Badia and during the afternoon.
Heatwave to Gradually Ease
The hot air mass is expected to weaken slightly on Wednesday, bringing relatively hot conditions to most parts of the Kingdom, while the Badia, the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea, and Aqaba will remain hot. Moderate northwesterly winds are forecast, with generally pleasant nighttime conditions.
Highlighting the intensity of the heatwave, the Meteorological Department said the Azraq weather station recorded the country’s highest temperature on Saturday, reaching 45.1°C by 9:00 p.m.
Weather monitoring stations also recorded:
* Deir Alla: 44.4°C
* Al-Baqoura: 44.1°C
* Ghor Al-Safi: 43.7°C
* Al-Safawi: 42.3°C
* King Hussein International Airport (Aqaba): 42.0°C
The department said it will continue monitoring weather conditions around the clock and issuing regular updates, urging residents to avoid direct sun exposure during peak hours, stay hydrated, and take extra care of children, older adults, and outdoor workers.
Public Security Advisory
The Public Security Directorate renewed its warning for citizens to follow heat safety measures, advising against direct exposure to sunlight between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
The directorate also warned against leaving children inside vehicles under any circumstances or storing hand sanitizers, perfumes, lighters, or other flammable materials inside cars, citing the heightened fire risk caused by extreme temperatures.
Residents were encouraged to drink plenty of fluids, wear lightweight clothing, and use hats, umbrellas, and sunglasses when outdoors, particularly those working in exposed areas.
Employers were urged to schedule physically demanding work during the early morning or late afternoon to reduce the risk of heat exhaustion and heatstroke.
The PSD also warned against swimming in dams, irrigation ponds, and water canals due to an increased risk of drowning during the summer, recommending the use of licensed swimming pools with lifeguards.
It further cautioned that rising temperatures increase the activity of snakes and scorpions in grassy and mountainous areas and advised against overloading electrical outlets with multiple appliances, noting that electrical faults are among the leading causes of house fires.
Advice for Farmers
The Ministry of Agriculture urged farmers and livestock breeders to follow agricultural and preventive guidelines to reduce the impact of the heatwave on crops and livestock.
The ministry recommended increasing ventilation in greenhouses, using shading methods, scheduling irrigation during the early morning or evening hours, providing supplemental irrigation for fruit trees, and adopting modern irrigation techniques to conserve water and reduce evaporation.
It also advised farmers to avoid spraying chemical pesticides during midday, postpone grafting operations, and limit fertilizer use during the heatwave to prevent stress on plants.
For livestock, the ministry recommended ensuring a constant supply of clean, cool drinking water, avoiding grazing during midday, keeping animals in shaded and well-ventilated areas, and providing adequate shade for beehives while maintaining nearby water sources.
The ministry also urged farmers and livestock owners to follow official weather forecasts and agricultural advisories and to contact local agricultural directorates or extension officers whenever needed to help protect agricultural production and support the sector’s sustainability.
