🇦🇪 Dubai vs Jerusalem 🇮🇱

Dubai, United Arab Emirates vs Jerusalem, Israel — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Dubai is the warmer of the two — about 9 degrees warmer on average across the year. Dubai is drier, with roughly 82 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇦🇪 Dubai🇮🇱 Jerusalem
Avg annual high33°C24°C
Hottest monthJuly (41°C)August (33°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (14°C low)January (5°C low)
Rainy days / year1294
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Best months to visitJanuary, February, DecemberApril, October, November

🇦🇪 Dubai

Best around January, February, December. Hottest in July (41°C), coldest lows in January (14°C).

🇮🇱 Jerusalem

Best around April, October, November. Hottest in August (33°C), coldest lows in January (5°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Dubai or Jerusalem warmer?

Dubai is warmer overall, averaging about 9 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Dubai or Jerusalem?

Jerusalem is rainier — Dubai sees about 82 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Dubai vs Jerusalem?

Dubai is best around January, February, December; Jerusalem is best around April, October, November.

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