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Perched on the Judean Hills at around 750 m elevation, Jerusalem has a highland Mediterranean climate with dry summers and wet winters. Summers (June to September) are sunny, dry and warm at 28–31°C by day, with notably cooler evenings thanks to the altitude, while winters (December to February) are cool and rainy at 9–13°C, occasionally bringing snow when cold air pushes down from the north. Nearly all rain falls in winter, leaving the long summer almost entirely dry.
Yes, its hilltop elevation means Jerusalem occasionally gets snow in winter (December to February), though not every year; major snowfalls are rare and memorable events.
Rain falls mainly from November to March, peaking in January; the long summer is virtually rainless.
Daytime highs are around 28–31°C, sunny and dry, but the altitude and low humidity keep it less oppressive than the coast, with cool nights for easy sleeping.
Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are ideal, with mild temperatures, little rain and gentle sun perfect for sightseeing.
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