Jerusalem District Weather in May

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

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Jerusalem Maale Hachamisha

Are you planning a trip a to Jerusalem District, Israel in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Jerusalem District in May

Jerusalem District, Israel is a region in Israel. May in Jerusalem District generally has very warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) in Jerusalem. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

For specific regional insights in Jerusalem District, Israel, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

May is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 10 mm (0.4 in) in Jerusalem.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Jerusalem enjoys about 332 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Jerusalem District in May

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

Temperature range in Jerusalem District (May)

Precipitation variation in Jerusalem District (May)

Jerusalem

In May Jerusalem generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
30°C (86°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
267 hours
332 hours
381 hours
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Maale Hachamisha

In May Maale Hachamisha generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
267 hours
332 hours
381 hours
Monthly rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
8.6 mm (0.3 in)
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Maale Hachamisha →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jerusalem 30°C (86°F) 16°C (61°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Maale Hachamisha 30°C (86°F) 17°C (63°F) 8.6 mm (0.3 in)

Jerusalem District weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Jerusalem District, Israel typically experiences pleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Jerusalem average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 16°C (61°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Jerusalem District, Israel during May range from a nighttime low near 16°C (61°F) to a daytime high around 30°C (86°F) in Jerusalem.

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

Not particularly. Jerusalem averages just 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Jerusalem District, Israel.

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

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Jerusalem District, Israel with overall perfect weather in Jerusalem. 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. In contrast, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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