Jericho weather in January (Palestinian Territory)

Planning a trip to Jericho in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Jericho generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 18°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 9°C. On average, it is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year. However the temperature is still pleasant and it won't ever get really cold.

Jericho in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 74 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. Rain is expected on roughly 9 days.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 193 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures March, April, May, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Jericho climate page with graphs.

 

Jericho, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 31%  

Precipitation 74 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 61% *  

Sunshine 193 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Jerusalem, Israel (26 KM, 16 Miles).

Where to go in Palestinian Territory in January

Find out more about the weather in Palestinian Territory in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Jericho in January?

For visitors traveling to Jericho, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Barbeque

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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