Jerusalem, Israel: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2018]

Traveling to Jerusalem, Israel? If you're planning to go to Jerusalem, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack:

When to go to Jerusalem, Israel

Based on the climate and weather in Jerusalem, the best time to go is June. See below for details.

What to wear/what to pack for Jerusalem, Israel by month

January

If you vacation in Jerusalem during January, you are likely to find that it can be brisk and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 40s F (single digits C).

Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof luggage
Waterproof footwear
Socks
Umbrella
Long skirts
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Pants or jeans
Light jacket or fleece
Dresses
Rain coat
Standard footwear

February

February in Jerusalem can be very chilly and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters.

During this time, temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C) to 50s F (low 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof luggage
Long skirts
Socks
Light jacket or fleece
Umbrella
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Pants or jeans
Dresses
Standard footwear
Rain coat
Waterproof footwear

March

March in Jerusalem can be chilly and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 40s F (single digits C).

It tends to rain 5-10 days this month. With the colder weather comes lower humidity, which is in the 50% to 60% range on average.

What to wear/what to pack:

Standard footwear
Long skirts
Rain coat
Waterproof luggage
Umbrella
Dresses
Waterproof footwear
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Socks
Light jacket or fleece
Pants or jeans

April

If you visit Jerusalem during April, you are likely to find that it is mild and dry with little rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 50s F (low 10s C).

Humidity is generally between 30 and 40% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain occasionally.

What to wear/what to pack:

Dresses
Waterproof footwear
If you're going to the beach, bathing suits, swimwear
Sandals
Sunscreen lotion
Umbrella
Skirts
Waterproof luggage
Rain coat
Long and short sleeve shirts
Shorts or short pants
Light footwear

May

If you visit Jerusalem during May, you are likely to find that it is a perfect temperature and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (mid 10s C).

Humidity is generally between 30 and 40% during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Sunscreen lotion
Long and short sleeve shirts
If you're going to the beach, bathing suits, swimwear
Sandals
Skirts
Dresses
Light footwear
Shorts or short pants

June

June here is pretty consistently hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Sunscreen lotion
Long and short sleeve shirts
Sandals
If you're going to the beach, bathing suits, swimwear
Dresses
Light footwear
Skirts
Shorts or short pants

July

If you visit Jerusalem during July, you are likely to find that it is pretty consistently hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 60s F (high 10s C).

Humidity is generally around 40 during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Dresses
Shorts
Sunglasses
Sunscreen lotion
If you're going to the beach, bathing suits, swimwear
Short sleeve shirts
Sandals
Skirts

August

If you go to Jerusalem in August, you will notice that it is extremely warm and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Short sleeve shirts
Sunscreen lotion
Sandals
Shorts
Skirts
Sunglasses
Dresses
If you're going to the beach, bathing suits, swimwear

September

If you vacation in Jerusalem during September, you are likely to find that it is pretty consistently hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C).

Humidity is generally around 40 during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Short sleeve shirts
Sandals
Sunglasses
If you're going to the beach, bathing suits, swimwear
Shorts
Skirts
Dresses
Sunscreen lotion

October

October here is a perfect temperature and dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day. It rains occasionally.

What to wear/what to pack:

Rain boots
If you're going to the beach, bathing suits, swimwear
Light footwear
Skirts
Shorts or short pants
Umbrella
Long and short sleeve shirts
Dresses
Sunscreen lotion
Sandals
Waterproof luggage that you don't mind ruining
Rain coat

November

If you go to Jerusalem in November, you will notice that it is mild. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the 60s F (high 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Umbrella
Long skirts
Waterproof luggage
Light jacket or fleece
Waterproof footwear
Rain coat
Pants or jeans
Socks
Dresses
Standard footwear
Long sleeve shirts or blouses

December

If you vacation in Jerusalem during December, you are likely to find that it can be chilly and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 40s F (single digits C).

Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.

What to wear/what to pack:

Socks
Light jacket or fleece
Long skirts
Umbrella
Standard footwear
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Waterproof luggage
Waterproof footwear
Dresses
Rain coat
Pants or jeans

Year-round what to wear/what to pack for Jerusalem, Israel

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Jerusalem, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

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If you plan to visit a church, make sure to bring appropriate clothing
If you plan to visit a mosque, pack clothing that covers the knees and shoulders
If you are visiting a temple, pack respectful clothing
If you plan to visit a synagogue, take appropriate clothing
Theft can be a problem, so pack theft protection, including locks for luggage and a money belt or pouch
Appropriate museum wear

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