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Church of the Nativity

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Church of the Nativity

Jerusalem, Israel
Best timeMay–Jun & Sep–Oct
Set inJerusalem, Israel
In season~84°F high
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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

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43–91°F
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Sunny share of daylightJul · 92%
WarmestJul · 91°F
WettestJan
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Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

The Church of the Nativity, or Basilica of the Nativity, is a basilica located in Bethlehem, West Bank, Palestine. The grotto holds a prominent religious significance to Christians of various denominations as the birthplace of Jesus. The grotto is the oldest site continuously used as a place of worship in Christianity, and the basilica is the oldest major church in the Holy Land.

Best time to visit

Two separate windows work best: May–Jun & Sep–Oct. Pick the one that matches what you came for.

Pairs well with

Temple in Jerusalem
5 mi away
Church of the Holy Sepulchre
5 mi away
Mount Herzl
5 mi away
Western Wall
5 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Church of the Nativity?

The best time to visit Church of the Nativity is May–June & September–October, in Jerusalem, Israel.

Where is Church of the Nativity?

Church of the Nativity is in Jerusalem, Israel.

What is Church of the Nativity known for?

The Church of the Nativity, or Basilica of the Nativity, is a basilica located in Bethlehem, West Bank, Palestine. The grotto holds a prominent religious significance to Christians of various denominations as the birthplace of Jesus. The grotto is the oldest site continuously used as a place of worship in Christianity, and the basilica is the oldest major church in the Holy Land.

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