Month guide · Jerusalem · Israel
Jerusalem in September
What September 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
September is one of the best months to visit Jerusalem. Expect average highs of 28°C (82°F), lows of 18°C (64°F), about 0 rainy days and roughly 12.3 hours of daylight. Still warm and dry; Jewish High Holy Days in September or October close much of the city on certain days.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 28°C (82°F) / 18°C (64°F)
- Rainy days
- About 0
- Daylight
- About 12.3 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in September
September is the 4th-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 18°C (64°F). Rain falls on roughly 0 of its 30 days. Compared with August (29°C (84°F)), September is about as warm; by October highs drop to around 25°C (77°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 06:23
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 18:45
- Daylight
- About 12.3 hours
Autumn (September–November). Warm and dry into October, with the Jewish High Holy Days and Sukkot; rain returns in November.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, September rates 4 for crowds (the peak is April at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in April). Book accommodation early: September is one of the pricier months.
Events in September
- Rosh Hashanah (September or October)
- Yom Kippur — the city shuts down (September or October)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in September
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Historic site · Old City
Old City walls and Ramparts Walk
Start at Jaffa Gate and take the northern section towards Damascus Gate for the best views into the Christian and Muslim quarters.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Views
- History
- Outdoors
- Photo spot
Museum · Jaffa Gate
Tower of David Museum
The citadel beside Jaffa Gate has layers from the Hasmonean, Herodian, Crusader, Mamluk and Ottoman periods and now houses the Jerusalem history museum, which reopened in 2023 with new galleries.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- History
- Views
- Rainy day
- After dark
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Neighbourhood · Jewish Quarter
Jewish Quarter, Cardo and Hurva Synagogue
Climb to the Hurva's balcony for one of the best views across to the Mount of Olives.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Architecture
- Views
Viewpoint · Mount of Olives
Mount of Olives
The ridge east of the Old City gives the classic view across the Kidron Valley to the walls and the Dome of the Rock.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Views
- Photo spot
- History
What to pack
For highs near 28°C, lows near 18°C and 0 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is September a good time to visit Jerusalem?
One of the best months to visit Jerusalem, with 2 notable events on the calendar. The other best months are April–June and October–November. Compare every month.
Jerusalem in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Jerusalem?
It is one of the best months to visit Jerusalem. Still warm and dry; Jewish High Holy Days in September or October close much of the city on certain days.
+How warm is Jerusalem in September?
Average highs are around 28°C (82°F) and lows around 18°C (64°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Jerusalem in September?
Expect rain on about 0 days of the month, so it is usually dry.