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Mount of Olives

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Mount of Olives

Jerusalem, Israel
Best timeMay–Jun & Sep–Oct
Set inJerusalem, Israel
In season~84°F high
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Climate

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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).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

41–91°F
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Map showing the location of Mount of Olives
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Historical monthly weather
Sunny share of daylightJul · 92%
WarmestAug · 91°F
WettestJan
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
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 Mount of Olives or Mount Olivet is a mountain ridge in East Jerusalem, Palestine, east of and adjacent to Jerusalem's Old City. It is named for the olive groves that once covered its slopes. The southern part of the mount was the Silwan necropolis, attributed to the elite of the ancient Kingdom of Judah.

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

Mount Herzl
4 mi away
Church of the Nativity
6 mi away
Cavern of the Patriarchs
19 mi away
Dead Sea
20 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Mount of Olives?

The best time to visit Mount of Olives is May–June & September–October, in Jerusalem, Israel.

Where is Mount of Olives?

Mount of Olives is in Jerusalem, Israel.

What is Mount of Olives known for?

The Mount of Olives or Mount Olivet is a mountain ridge in East Jerusalem, Palestine, east of and adjacent to Jerusalem's Old City. It is named for the olive groves that once covered its slopes. The southern part of the mount was the Silwan necropolis, attributed to the elite of the ancient Kingdom of Judah.

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