Jerusalem  lies at an altitude of about 700 metres above sea level atop the central range of hills that  forms the geological backbone of the Holy Land. It is influenced by winds from the West (that bring cool sea breezes in summer and rain in winter) and winds from the East(that moderate winter temperatures but can make summer days hot and dry).

The Jerusalem winter starts around December and lasts until February, with rain and cold winds, and an occasional snowfall.

Spring is the best time of year to visit, from March to April/May. The landscape  around the city is  full of wild flowers. Rainfall  lessens.

Summer( June to September)dry with NO rain. It can be warm, even hot, so take a hat, sunglasses and water with you.

The Autumn (Fall to Americans!)  in October-November is still warm with changeable weather. Nights begin to get cool.