Beirut vs Jerusalem

Beirut and Jerusalem are closely matched in January. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Beirut sits in the comfortable travel range at 16°C. Jerusalem is cooler at 12°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Jerusalem is the stronger choice in January.

Beirut reaches an average high of 16°C (61°F) and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Jerusalem averages 12°C (54°F) for the high and 4°C (39°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. The 4°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in January.

Beirut receives approximately 129 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Jerusalem sees 74 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Jerusalem the drier option by 3 rain days and 55 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.