January weather forecast
Jerusalem, Israel

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Weather in January

Cool temperatures in the region of Jerusalem, Israel define the climate in January. The gentle kiss of the winter sun is felt most hours of the day, making the season pleasant. Comparatively chiller than December, the calming winds of January maintain a day-night temperature fluctuation, ranging from 9.2°C (48.6°F) at night to 16.4°C (61.5°F) during daytime. Such subtropical temperatures, combined with a slight gust of wind, create a restful atmosphere. Moving into February, the weather undergoes minor modifications, becoming milder and increasingly appealing for outdoor activities.

Temperature

During the coldest month in Jerusalem, January, temperatures average a high of 16.4°C (61.5°F) and a low of 9.2°C (48.6°F).

Humidity

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 62%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout January, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is accumulated. In Jerusalem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 45.2 days and collects up to 95mm (3.74") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall in Jerusalem. In January, in Jerusalem, it is snowing for 0.1 days. Throughout January, 1mm (0.04") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 0.5 snowfall days, and 4mm (0.16") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 16:45. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 17:11 IST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Jerusalem, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Jerusalem are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during January translates into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Jerusalem?

The month of January sees the average lowest temperatures in Jerusalem, reaching 16.4°C (61.5°F) at the peak and 9.2°C (48.6°F) at the low.

What are the temperatures in Jerusalem in January?

Jerusalem in January has an average high-temperature of 16.4°C (61.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 9.2°C (48.6°F).

What is the most humid month in Jerusalem?

The most humid month in Jerusalem is January, with an average relative humidity of 62%.

What is the average humidity in January in Jerusalem?

In Jerusalem, the average relative humidity in January is 62%.

How many days does it rain in January in Jerusalem?

In January, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout January, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Jerusalem?

In January, in Jerusalem, it is snowing for 0.1 days. Throughout January, 1mm (0.04") of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Jerusalem?

The average day length in January is 10h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Jerusalem?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 16:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 17:11 IST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Jerusalem?

The month with the least sunshine in Jerusalem, Israel, is January, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Jerusalem?

In Jerusalem, Israel, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Jerusalem?

The months with the lowest UV index in Jerusalem are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Jerusalem?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Jerusalem is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Jerusalem, Israel

Average temperature in January - Jerusalem, Israel
  • Average high temperature in January: 16.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (33.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.2°C).

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Average pressure in January
Jerusalem, Israel

Average pressure in January - Jerusalem, Israel
  • Average pressure in January: 1018.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1007.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Jerusalem, Israel

Average wind speed in January - Jerusalem, Israel
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (8.5km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Jerusalem, Israel

Average humidity in January - Jerusalem, Israel
  • Average humidity in January: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (46%).

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Average rainfall in January
Jerusalem, Israel

Average rainfall in January - Jerusalem, Israel
  • Average rainfall in January: 13mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (20mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Jerusalem, Israel

Average rainfall days in January - Jerusalem, Israel
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (7.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Jerusalem, Israel

Average snowfall in January - Jerusalem, Israel
  • Average snowfall in January: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Jerusalem, Israel

Average snowfall days in January - Jerusalem, Israel
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Jerusalem, Israel

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Jerusalem, Israel
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Jerusalem, Israel

Average sunshine days in January - Jerusalem, Israel
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Jerusalem, Israel

Average UV index in January - Jerusalem, Israel
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in January
Jerusalem, Israel

Average cloud cover in January - Jerusalem, Israel
  • Average cloud cover in January: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 26).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 3).

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Average visibility in January
Jerusalem, Israel

Average visibility in January - Jerusalem, Israel
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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