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Ma'an, Jordan

Ma’an · Jordan

Ma'an is a mid-size city in Ma’an, Jordan with a population of 50,350. Elevation: 3,645 ft (1,111 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

50,350 Population 17,362/sq mi density
3,645 ft Elevation 1,111 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
3.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Amman Timezone

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About Ma'an

Ma'an

Ma'an is a city in southern Jordan, 218 kilometres (135 mi) southwest of the capital Amman. It serves as the capital of the Ma'an Governorate. Its population was approximately 41,055 in 2015. Civilizations with the name of Ma'an have existed at least since the Nabatean period—the modern city is just northwest of the ancient town. The city is an important transport hub situated on the ancient King's Highway and also on the modern Desert Highway.

People

Population50,350
Density17,362/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain3.4 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,645 ft (1,111 m)
Population50,350
Population Density17,362 / sq mi
Elevation3,645 ft (1,111 m)
Coordinates30.1962°, 35.7341°
TimezoneAsia/Amman
Country🇯🇴 Jordan
State / ProvinceMa’an
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation3.4 inches (86 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ma'an

Ma'an is a mid-size city in Jordan (Ma’an) with a population of 50,350. The city sits at an elevation of 3,645 feet (1,111 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Amman.

Climate in Ma'an

Ma'an has an average annual temperature of 18.2°C (65°F). The hottest month is Aug (27°C), the coldest is Jan (8.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 38 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 8.2°C / 47°F 2.2° / 14.1° 9.2
Feb 9.6°C / 49°F 3.4° / 15.9° 7.4
Mar 13°C / 55°F 6.1° / 19.9° 4.4
Apr 17.4°C / 63°F 9.9° / 24.9° 3.8
May 22°C / 72°F 14.2° / 29.9° 1.0
Jun 25.2°C / 77°F 17° / 33.3° 0.0
Jul 26.8°C / 80°F 18.7° / 34.9° 0.1
Aug 27°C / 81°F 18.7° / 35.2° 0.0
Sep 24.8°C / 77°F 16.7° / 32.9° 0.2
Oct 20.4°C / 69°F 12.9° / 28° 5.8
Nov 14.1°C / 57°F 7.4° / 20.8° 3.1
Dec 9.8°C / 50°F 3.6° / 15.9° 3.0
Ma'an enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 3.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,645 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.8°F
16% above Jordan avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,645 ft (1,111 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density17,362/sq mi
Coordinates30.1962°N, 35.7341°W
TimezoneAsia/Amman

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 3.4"
91% below Jordan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 0.71"
Driest Month (May) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

69 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7.

Nov 23, 1995 23 km WSW of Tala Bay, Jordan M5.7 135 km
Dec 26, 1995 39 km SE of Tala Bay, Jordan M5.1 127 km
Nov 25, 1995 18 km ENE of Nuwaybi‘a, Egypt M4.8 148 km
Dec 6, 1995 37 km SSE of Tala Bay, Jordan M4.7 132 km
Nov 19, 1998 34 km WNW of Eilat, Israel M4.5 120 km
Feb 2, 1996 20 km N of Nuwaybi‘a, Egypt M4.5 148 km
Nov 28, 1995 28 km ENE of Nuwaybi‘a, Egypt M4.5 140 km
Feb 9, 2007 8 km N of Safi, Jordan M4.5 105 km
Nov 24, 1995 14 km SE of Tala Bay, Jordan M4.5 117 km
Dec 2, 1995 28 km N of Nuwaybi‘a, Egypt M4.4 143 km
Dec 23, 1995 22 km E of Aqaba, Jordan M4.4 85 km
Nov 28, 1995 25 km NE of Nuwaybi‘a, Egypt M4.4 141 km
Nov 24, 1995 26 km SSE of Tala Bay, Jordan M4.4 126 km
Dec 1, 1995 20 km N of Nuwaybi‘a, Egypt M4.4 147 km
Dec 4, 1995 19 km NE of Nuwaybi‘a, Egypt M4.3 145 km
Dec 5, 1995 41 km ESE of Tala Bay, Jordan M4.3 114 km
Oct 28, 1999 34 km WNW of W?d? M?sá, Jordan M4.3 62 km
Feb 4, 1996 10 km ESE of Tala Bay, Jordan M4.3 111 km
Mar 15, 2004 20 km WNW of Al Qa?r, Jordan M4.3 132 km
Nov 18, 1996 25 km NW of Eilat, Israel M4.2 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1068 GULF OF AQABA Earthquake - - 108 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 0.7 in Coldest, Wettest
February 47°F (8°C) 0.7 in
March 53°F (12°C) 0.6 in
April 62°F (17°C) 0.2 in
May 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in
June 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in
August 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in
October 67°F (20°C) 0.1 in
November 56°F (13°C) 0.3 in
December 47°F (8°C) 0.7 in

Ma'an has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 44°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 3.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.7") and June the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Ma'an

Institution Type Founded Website
Al-Hussein Bin Talal University University - Visit →

Radio Stations near Ma'an

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Restaurants in Ma'an

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

hmadah

Cafes in Ma'an

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

برستيج

Monuments in Ma'an

2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aqaba Circle
Asma’ Allah Circle

Castles in Ma'an

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Maan Ottoman Castle

Train Stations in Ma'an

4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Abu Tarafah
Al Jirdana Station
Ma Aan
Mahattat Samna

Bus Stations in Ma'an

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

New Bus Station

Gas Stations in Ma'an

10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Abu Tayeh Fuel Station
JO #1454979539
JO #2528846753
JO #4617737400
JO #4617737700
JO #4617737796
JO #4617738092
JO #892270954
Jo Petrol
Manaseer

Stadiums & Teams in Ma'an

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Ma'an

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
King Hussein International AirportAQJLarge Airport
Ramon International AirportETMLarge Airport
King Feisal Air Base-Medium Airport
Al Jafr 2 Air Base-Small Airport
Al Quwayrah Highway Strip-Small Airport
Ein Yahav AirfieldEIYSmall Airport

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Ma'an

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Petra

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ma'an

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Al Ansar Mosque
Al Saliheen Mosque
مسجد الغمامة
مسجد اليماحي
مسجد طيبة
مسجد معان الكبير

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Amman
Elevation
1,108 m (3,635 ft)
Area
7.5 km² (2.9 mi²)
Founded
1898
Website
maan.gov.jo

Things to See Near Ma'an

1 places within 15 km

⚱️ Archaeological Sites (1)
  • • Ma'an Khirbet es-Samra

🇯🇴 About Jordan

Capital Amman
Population 9,956,011
Area 92,300 km²
GDP (USD) $51,088,476,338
GDP per capita $4,466
HDI 0.736
Life expectancy 77.8 years
Internet users 92.5%
Urban population 92.7%
Currency JOD (Dinar)
Languages Arabic
Calling code +962
TLD .jo
Driving side right

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Ma'an

Petra
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ma'an

What is the population of Ma'an?

Ma'an has a population of 50,350 residents and is located in Jordan. The population density is 17,362 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ma'an?

Ma'an enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.4 inches.

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