Weather · December

Israel weather in December

Temperature, rain, what to pack, this month's events and prices

Israel

December in Israel: changeable weather. Roughly 9h 56m of daylight, with light from about 06:41 to 16:37. December isn't peak season in Israel. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.

The weather in detail

Israel in December

Average temp-
Rain this month-
Daylight9.9 h
Sun06:41-16:37
Seasonshoulder/low season, better prices
What to do

December in Israel, what works

Match the plan to the forecast — a mix of indoor sights and outdoor time keeps it flexible.

What to pack: Check the forecast close to your trip and pack layers accordingly.

What's on in December

Holidays & events in Israel

  • 20 DecemberTenth of Tevet

On public holidays banks and offices close, some sites change hours and transport shifts, but it's also the best way to see living tradition.

Questions & answers

December in Israel, FAQ

Does it snow in Israel in December?
No. Temperatures are well above freezing.
How many hours of daylight in Israel in December?
About 9h 56m of daylight. The sun rises around 06:41 and sets around 16:37. Plan sightseeing around the light.
Is December a good time to visit Israel?
December isn't peak season in Israel. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.
Plan the trip

Israel — flights & hotels

Check prices for your dates. Booking early is well below the last-minute price.

Check flight prices to Israel, every airline at once.

Rates in Israel shift daily. See what your night costs now.

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Written and checked by the Around the World team. We compare prices across the major providers, cross-check official sources, and update when something changes. We have no stake in any one provider — links are affiliate links, and the price is the same for you.

Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991-2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation · Holidays: date-holidays dataset