IsraelAverage weather for Jerusalem in December
It's pleasantly warm in December in Jerusalem with an average temperature of 21°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 24°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 12°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Jerusalem with warm temps, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights around 11°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 22°C, with nights around 11°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Jerusalem is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 10°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
In December, there is an average of 20 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Jerusalem in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
21°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
24°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
18°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
20 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
4 days | 17 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Jerusalem?
Looking for great weather? December is a good time to be in Jerusalem. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 29°C in 2017, Jerusalem reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 1°C to a highest value of 17°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Jerusalem
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Jerusalem, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Jerusalem
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Jerusalem, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 4 days of precipitation in Jerusalem.
Daily UV index in December in Jerusalem
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Jerusalem, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Jerusalem over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Jerusalem, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Jerusalem over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Jerusalem, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for Jerusalem
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Jerusalem. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Jerusalem by month
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