Climate of Jerusalem, Israel
Area-weighted average across Jerusalem. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Jerusalem, a subdivision of Israel, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 10°C / 50°F in January to 24.4°C / 75.9°F in August, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 110 mm / 4.3 in depending on the season (443 mm / 17.4 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C50°F | 110 mm4.3″ | — |
| February | 10.7°C51.3°F | 84 mm3.3″ | — |
| March | 12.7°C54.9°F | 66 mm2.6″ | — |
| April | 16.8°C62.2°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 20°C68°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 22.5°C72.5°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 24.2°C75.6°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 24.4°C75.9°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 23.2°C73.8°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 20.8°C69.4°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| November | 16°C60.8°F | 59 mm2.3″ | — |
| December | 11.5°C52.7°F | 89 mm3.5″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Jerusalem?
The best months to visit Jerusalem, Israel for sunny, dry weather are April, May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 24.4°C / 75.9°F, and the driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Jerusalem?
Jerusalem, Israel has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 10°C / 50°F in January to 24.4°C / 75.9°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 443 mm / 17.4 in, with the wettest month being January (110 mm / 4.3 in) and the driest June (0 mm / 0 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Jerusalem?
The hottest month in Jerusalem is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.4°C / 75.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Jerusalem?
The coldest month in Jerusalem is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 10°C / 50°F.
When does it rain most in Jerusalem?
The wettest month in Jerusalem is January, averaging about 110 mm / 4.3 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in.