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CLIMATE

Egypt: Egypt’s climate can be summed up in three words: hot, sunny, and dry. Most of the
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Temperatures are generally hot, but not always. During the winter it can be chilly in the
north (Cairo and Alexandria), or on a foggy morning on the Red Sea. Please pack some warm
clothing if you are traveling during these months. Sandstorms, which can occur from March to
May, can cause inconveniences with regard to sightseeing.

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from the dry, hot southern parts of Egypt. In the summer months, temperatures are rarely
extreme, although humidity increases. Winter brings occasional mild storms but severe
weather conditions are rare.

Jordan: About 90 % of the country is desert with an annual rainfall below 8 inches and falling
as low as 1-2 inches in places. Although Jordan is thought of as having a hot climate, the
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spring, the weather is ideal, with plenty of warm sun and comfortably cool evenings. During
winter, it can be quite chilly with some rain in Amman and the surrounding area. On occasion,
nights can dip below the freezing point. Dry, bitter winds often accompany the colder
temperatures. Snow is not unheard of, so if you are traveling in winter, keep that in mind.

Climate Averages & Online Forecast

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means they serve only as general indicators of what can reasonably be expected. An extreme
heat wave or cold snap could fall outside these ranges. As your departure approaches, we
encourage you to go online to www.oattravel.com/myaccount for your 10-day forecast.

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