Jerusalem District Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Jerusalem District, Israel in August.

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Jerusalem Maale Hachamisha

Planning a journey to Jerusalem District, Israel this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Jerusalem District in August

Jerusalem District, Israel is a region in Israel. August in Jerusalem District generally has very hot temperatures, with almost no precipitation. During August, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect very hot maximum daytime temperatures of around 35°C (95°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Jerusalem. In Jerusalem District, Israel, August typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

For a closer look at conditions across Jerusalem District, Israel, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

August is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 0.5 mm (0.02 in) in Jerusalem. Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Jerusalem.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Jerusalem sees close to 366 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Jerusalem District in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Jerusalem District

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Jerusalem District, Israel?

Temperature range in Jerusalem District (August)

Precipitation variation in Jerusalem District (August)

Jerusalem

In August Jerusalem generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
384 hours
366 hours
309 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
3.5 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Jerusalem →

Maale Hachamisha

In August Maale Hachamisha generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
384 hours
366 hours
309 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
3 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Maale Hachamisha →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Jerusalem District, in Israel.

In our records: Israel August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Israel in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest August day in Israel reached 49°C (120°F) in Eilat on August 13, 2025.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Jerusalem District in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jerusalem 35°C (95°F) 22°C (72°F) 0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Maale Hachamisha 34°C (93°F) 22°C (72°F) 0.7 mm (0.03 in)

Jerusalem District weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Jerusalem District, Israel in August?

In August, Jerusalem District, Israel generally has poor weather conditions. Jerusalem sees daytime temperatures near 35°C (95°F), with nights cooling to roughly 22°C (72°F).

What is the average temperature in Jerusalem District, Israel in August?

Jerusalem averages a daytime maximum of 35°C (95°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 22°C (72°F).

Does Jerusalem District, Israel get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in Jerusalem District, Israel. Jerusalem averages only about 0.5 mm (0.02 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Jerusalem District, Israel?

In our opinion, August may not be the ideal time to visit Jerusalem District, Israel due to the typically tolerable weather in Jerusalem.

On average, the best time to visit Jerusalem District, Israel is in March, April and November with generally perfect weather in Jerusalem. On the other hand, the weather in July, August and September tend to be poor.

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