Jerusalem Population (2026)
Population of Jerusalem with area, density and how it compares to nearby places.
Population of Jerusalem
Jerusalem ranks #1 by population among 2 comparable places in this atlas.
Quick facts about Jerusalem
Summary
Jerusalem is a city in Israel. Jerusalem is known for Old City and religious heritage. It has a population of about 980.000.
Right now it is 83°F (28°C) in Jerusalem with partly cloudy. It feels like 89°F. Today runs from 70°F to 87°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Jerusalem is May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is semi-arid. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 92°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 44°F.
The closest major airport is Ben Gurion Airport (TLV), about 25 mi away. Nearby highlights include Dead Sea, Petra, Petra and Mount Sinai.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 87°F is 4.7°F below the 92°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. family time is the strongest bet in Jerusalem today at 9.6/10. Gusts to 33 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 31°46′5.9″N 35°12′49.3″E (31.7683, 35.2137)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Jerusalem?
Jerusalem is a city in Israel. Its coordinates are 31.7683, 35.2137. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Jerusalem right now?
It is currently 83°F (28°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 58% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Jerusalem?
May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Jerusalem, which has a semi-arid climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Jerusalem in?
Jerusalem observes Asia/Jerusalem (UTC+03:00). The local time is 1:23 PM.
How many people live in Jerusalem?
Jerusalem has a population of approximately 980.000.
What is the nearest airport to Jerusalem?
The closest airports are Ben Gurion Airport (TLV), 25 mi away and Cairo International Airport (CAI), 253 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Jerusalem?
Popular options include Dead Sea, Petra, Petra and Mount Sinai.
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| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
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| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 1:23 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
