Jerusalem Weather in May

Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies. Average highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C, with around 2 rainy days expected throughout the month.

✦ This is a recommended month to visit Jerusalem. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.

Average high

28°C

Average low

15°C

Rainy days

2 days

Best months to visit

April, May, June, July, September, October

What to do in Jerusalem in May

Whatever the weather, Jerusalem rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:

Old City sacred site tours: Al-Aqsa, Church of Holy Sepulchre, Western Wall Wailing Wall and Temple Mount exploration Church of the Holy Sepulchre pilgrimage Garden Tomb meditative walks Bethlehem day trips Via Dolorosa procession walks

What to pack for May

Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.