Jerusalem Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Jerusalem’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Israel.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Visitors to Jerusalem can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a very hot 35°C in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 16°C. At night, minimum temperatures can drop even lower, averaging around 7°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Jerusalem by month:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest. August, the city’s warmest month receives 366 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, receives about 81 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 10 days. For more information, please visit our Jerusalem Precipitation page.
Annual Temperatures in Israel Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Israel. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Jerusalem Temperatures Compared World Wide
Jerusalem’s average annual maximum temperature is 27°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
In Toronto, Canada, the average annual temperature is 13°C, with snowy winters and warm summers.
Chicago, USA, has a significant seasonal range, with an average annual temperature of 15°C.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual temperature is 21°C, expect warmer summers and milder winters than Amsterdam.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Jerusalem, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 61% humidity, which is considered high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 16°C. In the warmest month, August, the humidity is 40% combined with an average maximum temperature of 35°C, which creates a moderate-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Sea vs. Land Temperatures
The influence of nearby oceans or large water bodies significantly affects local temperatures:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions tend to have more stable temperatures, as large bodies of water absorb and release heat slowly. This often results in milder winters and cooler summers compared to inland areas.
- Continental Climates: Landmasses well away from large bodies of water tend to show greater extremes in temperature, having hotter summers and colder winters because of the absence of water as a moderating influence.
For more detailed information about Jerusalem’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Jerusalem climate page.
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