Summers
Jerusalem's summers are warm and dry, lasting from May until September or October and peaking in August.
Winters
Jerusalem has cool and slightly wet winters that often, but not always, see light snowfall. The coldest months are December through February.
Temperatures
Mean temperatures in Jerusalem vary by about 25 °Fahrenheit (14 °Celsius) throughout the year, with average daily temperatures reaching a high in August at 75 °F (24 °C) and a low in January at 50 °F (10 °C).
Precipitation
Jerusalem receives an average of only 24 inches (600mm) of rain per year.
Humidity & Sharav
Sharav (Hebrew) or khamsin (Arabic) refers to the dry desert winds that often blow through Jerusalem during autumn months, bringing humidity levels down to 40 percent or lower from an average of 62 percent.
Article Written By Anthon Jackson
Anthon Jackson is a writer and photographer. Since obtaining a Bachelor of Arts in Middle Eastern studies in 2008, he has authored travel guides for the likes of Rough Guides, A-Z World Travels and Adventure Journey while his work has also been featured by such publications as "GEOspecial," "Reader's Digest," Lonely Planet and National Geographic Traveler.
