Jerusalem in December
7.2out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 17°C. Some rain: about 8 rainy days.
17°CAvg high
8°CAvg low
8Rainy days (54 mm)
9:56 hDaylight
06:37Sunrise · 16:33 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 17°C
- Some rain: about 8 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Comfortable walking shoes
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in December varies a lot between years (±3.4 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C | 7°C | 78 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.6 |
| February | 16°C | 7°C | 67 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.9 |
| March | 19°C | 9°C | 46 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.7 |
| April | 24°C | 12°C | 18 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| May | 29°C | 16°C | 9 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| June | 32°C | 19°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.2 |
| July | 34°C | 21°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.7 |
| August | 34°C | 22°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.6 |
| September | 32°C | 20°C | 2 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.0 |
| October | 29°C | 17°C | 20 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| November | 22°C | 12°C | 38 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.2 |
| December | 17°C | 8°C | 54 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Jerusalem in December?
Daytime highs average 17°C and nights about 8°C.
When is the best time to visit Jerusalem?
The best months are May, April, October.