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Temple Mount

Israel
Best timeMay–Jun & Sep–Oct
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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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Map showing the location of Temple Mount
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Historical monthly weather
Sunny share of daylightJul · 92%
WarmestJul · 91°F
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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.
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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). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Temple Mount: domed stone pavilion and steps among cypress trees on the plaza
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Temple Mount

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Gary Todd from Xinzheng, China
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The Temple Mount is a hill in the Old City of Jerusalem. Once the site of two successive Temples in Jerusalem, it is now home to the Islamic compound known as al-Aqsa, which includes the al-Aqsa Mosque and the Dome of the Rock. It has been venerated as a holy site for thousands of years, including in Judaism, Christianity and Islam.

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
3 mi away
Church of the Nativity
5 mi away
Cavern of the Patriarchs
19 mi away
Dead Sea
20 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Temple Mount?

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

Where is Temple Mount?

Temple Mount is in Israel.

What is Temple Mount known for?

The Temple Mount is a hill in the Old City of Jerusalem. Once the site of two successive Temples in Jerusalem, it is now home to the Islamic compound known as al-Aqsa, which includes the al-Aqsa Mosque and the Dome of the Rock. It has been venerated as a holy site for thousands of years, including in Judaism, Christianity and Islam.

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