The date of the first rain in the capital, Amman, in the last 6 years

Arab Weather - The rainy season in the capital, Amman, witnesses a variation in the timing of the first rainfall from year to year, and this reflects the volatile nature of the Jordanian climate, which is affected by local and regional factors.

Looking at climate records, we note the following:

2019/2020 season: The first rain fell between November 14 and 16, 2019.

2020/2021 season: The first rains were recorded on November 1 and 2, 2020.

2021/2022 season: The first winter rain came relatively early, between September 23 and 24, 2021.

2022/2023 season: The first rains fell on October 20, 2022.

2023/2024 season: The season began with the first rains on September 13, 2023.

2024/2025 season: The reliable start date for the season was November 24, 2024.

Data shows that the first rainfall in Amman can sometimes arrive as early as late September, or as late as late November, reflecting the region's variable climate and its connection to seasonal weather patterns. This scientific review provides an objective basis for understanding the dynamics of the rainy season's onset in the capital.