Jerusalem District Weather in January

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

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Jerusalem Maale Hachamisha

Planning a journey to Jerusalem District, Israel this January 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 January

Jerusalem District, Israel is a region in Israel. January in Jerusalem District generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Jerusalem. While January might be the chilliest month, Jerusalem District, Israel offers areas with temperate climates year-round, ensuring visitors always have a delightful experience.

To explore the conditions in Jerusalem District, Israel in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Maale Hachamisha with an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Jerusalem with 81 mm (3.2 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Jerusalem.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this January. For example, Jerusalem gets approximately 193 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Jerusalem District in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Jerusalem District.

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 January for some of the most popular destinations in Jerusalem District, Israel?

Temperature range in Jerusalem District (January)

Precipitation variation in Jerusalem District (January)

Jerusalem

In January Jerusalem generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
193 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Jerusalem →

Maale Hachamisha

In January Maale Hachamisha generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
193 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Maale Hachamisha →

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In our records: Israel January extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Israel dropped to -8°C (18°F) in Ani'am on January 10, 2015.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jerusalem 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Maale Hachamisha 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)

Jerusalem District weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

In January, Jerusalem District, Israel generally has tolerable weather conditions. Jerusalem sees daytime temperatures near 16°C (61°F), with nights cooling to roughly 7°C (45°F).

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

Average temperatures in Jerusalem District, Israel during January range from a nighttime low near 7°C (45°F) to a daytime high around 16°C (61°F) in Jerusalem.

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

Not particularly. Jerusalem averages just 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Jerusalem District, Israel.

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

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Jerusalem, January might be a good time to visit Jerusalem District, Israel. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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

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