Souf
Sūf · Jordan
Souf (سوف) is a town in Jerash Governorate, Jordan, set over a series of mountains at an altitude of 1,000 meters. Souf is situated 35 miles north of Amman, the capital of Jordan. The total population of Souf exceeds 14,000 people, while it covers a wide area of agricultural land, considered the widest in Jerash.
Read more — WikipediaThe best months to visit are May and October.
August is the hottest month, with highs around 30°C (86°F).
January is the coldest month, with lows around 3°C (37°F).
The wettest month is January, with rain on about 11 days.
June is the sunniest month, with about 12.6 hours of sunshine a day.
16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 21°
- Humidity
- 66%
- Wind
- 8 km/h W
- Gusts
- 26 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 44%
- Pressure
- 1016 hPa
- UV index
- 3 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 06:49 / 17:51
Next 48 hours
Best time to visit Souf
Average conditions for each month, from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Climate | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 10° | 12° | 15° | 20° | 25° | 28° | 30° | 30° | 28° | 25° | 18° | 12° |
| Average low | 3° | 3° | 5° | 9° | 13° | 16° | 17° | 17° | 16° | 14° | 9° | 5° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 104 | 96 | 73 | 22 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 49 | 88 |
| Rain days | 11 | 10 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 9 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 5.6 | 6.4 | 7.3 | 8.6 | 10.7 | 12.6 | 12.6 | 11.8 | 10.5 | 8.7 | 7.2 | 5.6 |
| Daylight (h) | 10.2 | 11 | 11.9 | 12.9 | 13.8 | 14.3 | 14.1 | 13.3 | 12.3 | 11.3 | 10.5 | 10 |
| Humidity (%) | 73 | 69 | 63 | 53 | 44 | 44 | 49 | 53 | 54 | 53 | 58 | 70 |
| Wind (km/h) | 11 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 10 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
| Go score | 36 | 44 | 61 | 90 | 100 | 90 | 82 | 81 | 90 | 100 | 80 | 48 |
The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.
Climate normals: WorldClim 2.1 (1970–2000) · CRU CL 2.0 (1961–1990) About this data: Climate normals
What to do in Souf, month by month
When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.
| Activities | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sightseeing & city walks | Poor | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Fair |
| Hiking | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Fair | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Good | Fair |
| Photography & sunsets | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Fair |
Good Fair Poor · Estimated from long-term averages of temperature, rain days, sunshine and sea temperature.
How each activity is rated
- Sightseeing & city walks — Good: highs of 15–27 °C and few rain days. Fair: 11–33 °C.
- Hiking — Good: highs of 10–24 °C and few rain days; a wider window with trails or national parks nearby.
- Photography & sunsets — Good: at least 7 hours of sunshine a day and few rain days. Fair: 5 hours or more.
Souf: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Best value months
Good weather, fewer visitors, usually lower prices.
March
- Mar61
An estimate: months with a go score of 60 or more and below-average tourist numbers.
Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Souf: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices: what to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 230 V · 50 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the right
Jordanian Dinar
JOD · د.ا
- Languages
- Arabic
- Calling code
- +962
- Emergency911
- Meal, casual restaurantJOD 7.60≈ $11.00
- CappuccinoJOD 1.90≈ $2.70
- Beer (0.5 l)JOD 2.80≈ $3.90
- Bottled water (1.5 l)JOD 0.90≈ $1.30
- Taxi, 5 kmJOD 5.30≈ $7.50
- Public transport ticketJOD 1.00≈ $1.40
- Mid-range hotel, per nightJOD 67.00≈ $94.00
Estimated from Jordan’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 45% of US levels.
No public holidays in the coming months.
2 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M5.3 (2004).
How to get to Souf
Nearest airports
- ADJMarka International (Amman Civil) AirportAmman41 km
- AMMQueen Alia International AirportAmman67 km
- HFAUri Michaeli Haifa International AirportHaifa93 km
- TLVBen Gurion International AirportTel Aviv96 km
- DAMDamascus International AirportDamascus138 km
Distances
- Amman41 km 43 min
- Zarqa36 km 37 min
- Irbid27 km 28 min
- Russeifa38 km 40 min
- Ḩayy Khildā36 km 37 min
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Hotels in Souf
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Matched on temperature and rainfall across the whole year.
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Climate in Souf
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Souf?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Souf is May and October.
What is the weather like in Souf in October?
In October, Souf averages a high of 25°C (77°F) and a low of 14°C (56°F), with 11 mm of rain on about 3 days.
What is the rainiest month in Souf?
January, with rain on about 11 days.
What is the nearest airport to Souf?
Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport (ADJ), about 41 km away.
What power plugs are used in Jordan?
Plug types B, C, F, G, at 230 V.
What currency is used in Jordan?
Jordanian Dinar (JOD).
What is the emergency number in Jordan?
911.
Is Jordan safe to visit?
US travel advisory: Reconsider travel. UK travel advice: Advises against all travel to parts of the country.
When is Souf most crowded?
The busiest months are April–May and October.
When is Souf least crowded?
The quietest months are January–February.
When is the best time to visit Souf without the crowds?
June and September: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Souf in?
Asia/Amman (UTC+3).
What is the population of Souf?
About 12,942.