Month guide · Jerusalem · Israel
Jerusalem in June
What June is really like in Jerusalem: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
June is one of the best months to visit Jerusalem. Expect average highs of 28°C (82°F), lows of 17°C (63°F), about 0 rainy days and roughly 14.2 hours of daylight. Hot, sunny days and cool evenings thanks to the altitude.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 28°C (82°F) / 17°C (63°F)
- Rainy days
- About 0
- Daylight
- About 14.2 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in June
June is the 3rd-warmest month in Jerusalem: days average 28°C (82°F) against a yearly average high of 22°C (72°F), and nights fall to about 17°C (63°F). Rain falls on roughly 0 of its 30 days. Compared with May (25°C (77°F)), June is warmer; by July highs stay near 29°C (84°F).
- Sunrise (15 June)
- About 05:33
- Sunset (15 June)
- About 19:46
- Daylight
- About 14.2 hours
Summer (June–August). Hot, sunny days and cool evenings at altitude; festivals and long evenings, but midday heat in the Old City.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, June rates 4 for crowds (the peak is April at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in April). Book accommodation early: June is one of the pricier months.
Events in June
- Jerusalem Light Festival in the Old City (usually early summer)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in June
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Neighbourhood · Ein Karem
Ein Karem
A hillside village on the western edge of the city, revered as the birthplace of John the Baptist, with the Church of St John the Baptist, the Church of the Visitation and Mary's Spring.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Off the beaten path
- Couples
- Outdoors
Zoo · Malha
Jerusalem Biblical Zoo
Combine it with the Jerusalem Aquarium nearby for a full family day.
- Time needed
- 3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Nature
- Outdoors
Religious site · Old City
Western Wall
The Western Wall is a surviving retaining wall of the Herodian Temple Mount and the holiest place where Jews pray.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- History
- After dark
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Religious site · Christian Quarter
Church of the Holy Sepulchre
Arrive early in the morning to see the Aedicule with a short queue, and dress with shoulders and knees covered.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- History
- Architecture
What to pack
For highs near 28°C, lows near 17°C and 0 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is June a good time to visit Jerusalem?
One of the best months to visit Jerusalem, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are April–May and September–November. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is June a good time to visit Jerusalem?
It is one of the best months to visit Jerusalem. Hot, sunny days and cool evenings thanks to the altitude.
+How warm is Jerusalem in June?
Average highs are around 28°C (82°F) and lows around 17°C (63°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Jerusalem in June?
Expect rain on about 0 days of the month, so it is usually dry.