Weather in Jerusalem
What's the weather like in Jerusalem?
Jerusalem has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and low overall rainfall. Average daytime highs range from 13°C (55°F) in January to 33°C (91°F) in July, with overnight lows around 5°C (42°F) and 20°C (67°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Jerusalem are April through May, and October through November.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇮🇱 Israel
- Region
- Middle East
- Time zone
- Asia/Jerusalem
- Coordinates
- 31.768, 35.214
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C / 55°F | 5°C / 42°F | 58 mm | 14 | — |
| February | 15°C / 58°F | 6°C / 44°F | 55 mm | 13 | — |
| March | 18°C / 64°F | 8°C / 47°F | 48 mm | 13 | — |
| April | 23°C / 74°F | 12°C / 53°F | 20 mm | 8 | — |
| May | 28°C / 82°F | 16°C / 60°F | 13 mm | 6 | — |
| June | 30°C / 86°F | 18°C / 64°F | 2 mm | 2 | — |
| July | 33°C / 91°F | 20°C / 67°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| August | 33°C / 91°F | 20°C / 68°F | 0 mm | 1 | — |
| September | 31°C / 87°F | 19°C / 66°F | 4 mm | 3 | — |
| October | 26°C / 79°F | 16°C / 61°F | 19 mm | 9 | — |
| November | 20°C / 67°F | 12°C / 53°F | 39 mm | 13 | — |
| December | 15°C / 59°F | 8°C / 46°F | 46 mm | 12 | — |
Jerusalem by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Jerusalem?
The most comfortable months in Jerusalem are usually April, October, November, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Jerusalem?
August is typically the hottest month in Jerusalem, averaging a high of 33°C (91°F).
What is the coldest month in Jerusalem?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 5°C (42°F).
Does it snow in Jerusalem?
Snow is rare in Jerusalem; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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