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Major city · Jordan

Umm Qais

Spend one night in Umm Qais to see the ruins and sunset view; day trips from Irbid are possible but overnight gives flexibility.

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Umm Qais, the ancient Gadara, offers Roman ruins, a theater and panoramic views over the Sea of Galilee. The site is compact, walkable and best explored at a relaxed pace, so one overnight stay is sufficient.

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3 pages, for the metro and roaming-off days
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
Weather
see forecast
Currency
JOD
Best months
Mar–May, Sep–Nov
avoid Jul–Aug (very hot)
Airport
AMM
Nights
1

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This is a basic guide for Umm Qais: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
Rules in force · 4
  • Jordan ↗Get the visa or the Jordan Pass only on official channels; lookalike sites charge extra.
  • Jordan ↗Yellow taxis must use the meter; if the driver refuses, use a ride-hailing app instead.
  • Jordan ↗In Ramadan, eating, drinking or smoking in public in daylight is not accepted; hotels and tourist restaurants serve.
  • Jordan ↗Do not pack a drone: import without a prior permit is refused and the drone is held at the border.

Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide

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What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾

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  • Walking areas with bag rules
  • Day plans checked against opening hours
  • Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
  • Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Umm Qais911 ▾
  • Police / ambulance / fire911

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Umm Qais, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Roman theatreOttoman village museumPanoramic views of the Sea of Galilee
Airports
AMM Queen Alia International Airport (Main international gateway, about 110 km (68 mi) (≈2 h drive) from Umm Qais)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    not flagged

    12°C (54°F)

  2. Feb

    not flagged

    13°C (55°F)

  3. Mar

    Best

    18°C (64°F)

  4. Apr

    Best

    23°C (73°F)

  5. May

    Best

    28°C (82°F)

  6. Jun

    not flagged

    32°C (90°F)

  7. Jul

    Avoid

    35°C (95°F)

  8. Aug

    Avoid

    34°C (93°F)

  9. Sep

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  10. Oct

    Best

    25°C (77°F)

  11. Nov

    Best

    18°C (64°F)

  12. Dec

    not flagged

    13°C (55°F)

Best: Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →

Warmest Jul (35°C (95°F)), coolest Jan (4°C (39°F) low), wettest Jan (5 rain days), driest Jun (1). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Umm Qais: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

12°C (54°F)

4°C (39°F)

5 rd

Feb

13°C (55°F)

5°C (41°F)

5 rd

Mar

18°C (64°F)

9°C (48°F)

4 rd

Apr

23°C (73°F)

12°C (54°F)

3 rd

May

28°C (82°F)

16°C (61°F)

2 rd

Jun

32°C (90°F)

20°C (68°F)

1 rd

Jul

35°C (95°F)

23°C (73°F)

1 rd

Aug

34°C (93°F)

22°C (72°F)

1 rd

Sep

30°C (86°F)

18°C (64°F)

2 rd

Oct

25°C (77°F)

13°C (55°F)

3 rd

Nov

18°C (64°F)

8°C (46°F)

4 rd

Dec

13°C (55°F)

5°C (41°F)

5 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

Walking is the only transport within the site; park the car in the ample lot if arriving by vehicle.

Nearest full guides

Straight-line distance, not travel time

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Irbid

go

Door to door: ≈1 h

Minibus from Irbid, about 30 min; park at Umm Qais site

Convenient base for northern sites

Jerash

caution

Door to door: ≈2 h

Minibus, about 45 min; combine with Umm Qais in a long day

Both sites are spread out; consider overnight stay if time is limited

Ajlun Castle

go

Door to door: ≈2 h

Minibus, about 1 h from Umm Qais

Scenic drive; fits a half‑day visit

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

Umm Qais Hotel

Simple accommodation near the ruins; no price listed.

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
JD 15–30 excl. bed
Mid
JD 30–50 excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency

Prices of common things

Umm Qais ruins entrycheckJD 3 (free with Jordan Pass)
Guided tour (40 min)checkJD 10
Meal at Umm Qais Rest HouseJD 5–20

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Umm Qais is generally safe for tourists; stay hydrated in summer heat and keep valuables out of sight in parked cars.
  • Site opens 08:00‑19:00; entry JD 3 (free with Jordan Pass).
  • Guided tours cost JD 10 for 40 min; check availability.
  • Phone +962 7 9671 6796 for site inquiries.

Emergency numbers

Police / ambulance / fire
911

Pocket card

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My bed tonight

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إلى هذا العنوان، من فضلكTo this address, please

Emergency

  • Police / ambulance / fire911

Embassy

US consulate in Amman; check for current details.

My embassy: —

Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Minibus Irbid → Umm Qais: about JD 2–3, 30 min (check)

Say or show

  • عفواً — Excuse me / Sorry (ʿafwan)
  • شكراً — Thank you (shukran)
  • كم السعر؟ — How much is it? (kam al‑siʿr?)
  • أين الحمام؟ — Where is the toilet? (ayna al‑ḥammām?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Umm Qais. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Mar–May, Sep–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (very hot) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 2 bands
  5. 3 day-trips, door to door
  6. 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
  2. Walking clusters with bag rules
  3. Day plans checked against opening hours
  4. Field-verified times and fares

Meanwhile

Back to Jordan

Sources

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