Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for December
| Metric | Jerusalem | Beirut | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 14°C (57°F) | 18°C (64°F)▲ | Beirut |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 6°C (43°F) | 10°C (50°F)▲ | Beirut |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 8 days▲ | 11 days | Jerusalem |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 53 mm▲ | 108 mm | Jerusalem |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 8h/day | 8h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 70% | 70% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 2 | 2 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 12 km/h▲ | 13 km/h | Jerusalem |
Jerusalem and Beirut are closely matched in December. 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.
Jerusalem is on the cooler side at 14°C, requiring warmer clothing. Beirut is also comfortable at 18°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Jerusalem is the stronger choice in December.
Jerusalem reaches an average high of 14°C (57°F) and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Beirut averages 18°C (64°F) for the high and 10°C (50°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 December.
Jerusalem receives approximately 53 mm of rainfall across 8 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Beirut sees 108 mm over 11 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%.
Highs of 14°C, lows of 6°C, 8 rain days
Highs of 18°C, lows of 10°C, 11 rain days
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers. These items are useful in either destination during December.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. December is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Jerusalem | Beirut | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 12°C | 10d | 16°C | 13d |
| Feb | 14°C | 9d | 16°C | 11d |
| Mar | 17°C | 7d | 19°C | 10d |
| Apr | 22°C | 3d | 22°C | 7d |
| May | 27°C | 2d | 26°C | 4d |
| Jun | 30°C | 0d | 29°C | 1d |
| Jul | 32°C | 0d | 31°C | 0d |
| Aug | 32°C | 0d | 31°C | 0d |
| Sep | 30°C | 1d | 30°C | 1d |
| Oct | 26°C | 4d | 27°C | 5d |
| Nov | 19°C | 6d | 22°C | 8d |
| Dec | 14°C | 8d | 18°C | 11d |
Jerusalem Weather in December
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