City in Bethlehem Governorate, Palestine
Bethlehem weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Bethlehem
Mar–May and Oct–Nov are mild. Summer is hot and dry; Dec–Feb is cold and rainy at 775 m. Christmas and Easter are the only busy periods.
Bethlehem weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan13°59 mm
- Feb15°42 mm
- Mar19°27 mm
- Apr23°15 mm
- May28°4 mm
- Jun31°0 mm
- Jul32°1 mm
- Aug32°0 mm
- Sep30°2 mm
- Oct26°11 mm
- Nov20°31 mm
- Dec15°48 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C55°F | 2°C36°F | 59 mm | 72% | Cool |
| February | 15°C58°F | 3°C37°F | 42 mm | 70% | Cool |
| March | 19°C65°F | 5°C41°F | 27 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| April | 23°C73°F | 8°C46°F | 15 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| May | 28°C82°F | 11°C52°F | 4 mm | 54% | Pleasant |
| June | 31°C87°F | 14°C58°F | 0 mm | 56% | Pleasant |
| July | 32°C90°F | 16°C61°F | 1 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| August | 32°C89°F | 17°C62°F | 0 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| September | 30°C86°F | 15°C59°F | 2 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| October | 26°C80°F | 13°C55°F | 11 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| November | 20°C68°F | 8°C47°F | 31 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| December | 15°C59°F | 4°C39°F | 48 mm | 68% | Cool |
Best months across Palestine
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Bethlehem | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Ramallah | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Bethlehem?
Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Mar–May and Oct–Nov are mild. Summer is hot and dry; Dec–Feb is cold and rainy at 775 m. Christmas and Easter are the only busy periods.
When is the rainy season in Bethlehem?
Rain peaks in January with about 59 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Bethlehem?
July, with average highs of 32°C (90°F).
How cold does Bethlehem get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 2°C (36°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 2.8°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.