Fast Facts Jordan!
What is the weather like in Jordan?
In Jordan, the months of May and October are the most pleasant, with temperatures ranging in the 70’s and 80’s during the day and from the mid 50’s through the 60’s at night. During the rest of the year, the temperatures vary from a daytime high in the 40’s through the 60’s to lows at night from the 30’s through the 50’s. Typically, some rain can fall during the December through February period, while May through October is virtually rain free. The contrast between night and day is dramatic, so take a sweater for chilly nights, even in summer.
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for an updated forecast in Jordan.
What is required for entry into Jordan?
U.S. and Canadian citizens must have a valid passport and visa.
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Are there any health precautions I should take?
There are no health requirements to enter Jordan. See your
doctor about possible typhoid medication. Take along bug repellant
as mosquitoes are prevalent, but do not transmit malaria.
CDC Website link: http://www.cdc.gov/travel/mideast.htm
WHO website link: http://www.who.int/ith/countrylist06.html#105
What is the currency?
The currency in Jordan is the dinar. One American dollar is
worth approximately .71 dinars. Click here
for updated exchange rates on the Jordanian dinar.
Tipping: A 10% service charge is normally
included in hotel and restaurant bills; if service is very special,
tip an extra amount. Tip 8% to taxi drivers and porters.
What are the best items to shop for in Jordan?
In Jordan, shop for pottery, bronze, baskets, wood inlay, straw
goods, embroidery, glass, leather, Madaba rugs, spices, and
etchings. Bargain only in markets, not in fine shops.
What are the voltage requirements in Jordan?
Voltage: 230 V; Plugs C, D, E, F, G,
& J. You will need a voltage converter, and plug adapter
in order to use U.S. appliances. We recommend getting a universal
adapter and converter kit. Click here
for more information about electrical standards around the world.
