We recommend you check weather conditions before you depart. The region generally has a dry, hot summer and wet, mild winters. Freak weather conditions could result in delays, changes or in rare cases cancellations to sections of your itinerary.
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The Middle East is bordered by the Mediterranean Sea to the west, the Red Sea to the south, the Caspian Sea to the east, and the Arabian Peninsula to the south. The region is home to several countries.
The average temperature in the Middle East varies depending on the country and the time of year. In general, the region has a hot, dry climate with very little rainfall. The hottest months are July and August, when temperatures can reach over 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 degrees Celsius) in many places. The coldest months are December and January, when temperatures can drop below freezing in the mountains.
Saudi Arabia
The average temperature in the Middle East varies depending on the country and the time of year. In general, the region has a hot, dry climate with very little rainfall. The hottest months are July and August, when temperatures range from 27°C to 43°C in land and cooler temperatures of 27°C to 38°C in the coastal areas. The coldest months are December and January, where temperatures range from 8°C to 20°C in land and higher temperatures of 19°C - 29°C in the coastal areas.
Jordan & Israel
Please see the average temperature and rainfall in Jordan & Israel:
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