Asia › Israel › Jerusalem
30-year normals (1991-2020)
Jerusalem has a Mediterranean climate, classified as Csa in the Köppen system. The warmest month is July with an average high of 32°C, while the coldest month is January with lows dropping to 4°C. The annual temperature range of 28°C reflects moderate seasonal variation.
The driest month is August with only 0 rain days and 0mm of precipitation. For travellers, August through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 70% to 70% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit Jerusalem are April, May, October. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
32°C
July
Coldest Month
4°C
January
Driest Month
0 days
August
Annual Range
28°C
4° to 32°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C | 4°C | 10 | 9h | View |
| February | 14°C | 5°C | 9 | 9h | View |
| March | 17°C | 7°C | 7 | 11h | View |
| April | 22°C | 10°C | 3 | 12h | View |
| May | 27°C | 13°C | 2 | 13h | View |
| June | 30°C | 16°C | 0 | 13h | View |
| July | 32°C | 18°C | 0 | 13h | View |
| August | 32°C | 19°C | 0 | 13h | View |
| September | 30°C | 18°C | 1 | 12h | View |
| October | 26°C | 15°C | 4 | 11h | View |
| November | 19°C | 11°C | 6 | 10h | View |
| December | 14°C | 6°C | 8 | 8h | View |
January
10 rain days, 9h sun
February
9 rain days, 9h sun
March
7 rain days, 11h sun
April
3 rain days, 12h sun
May
2 rain days, 13h sun
June
0 rain days, 13h sun
July
0 rain days, 13h sun
August
0 rain days, 13h sun
September
1 rain days, 12h sun
October
4 rain days, 11h sun
November
6 rain days, 10h sun
December
8 rain days, 8h sun
Jerusalem in July
Data Sources for Jerusalem
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.