Monthly Travel Dossier · November 2026/2027

Visiting Jerusalem in November: Crowds, Weather & Prices

Planning a trip to Jerusalem, Israel in November? Here is the empirical 365-day intelligence covering thermal comfort, landmark queues, and accommodation rates.

Direct Answer Summary · Jerusalem in November TripTiming Index: 73 / 100 (FAVORABLE)
Overall Suitability Score
73 / 100 (favorable)
Expected Climate & Rain
16°C · 24% Rain
Feels like 18°C · Prime Thermal Comfort
Tourist Density & Queues
Moderate Footfall
Space Score: 60/100
Hotel Room Rate Level
Below-Average Rates
Estimated ADR: ~$230/night
✓ Favorable Travel Window Confirmed: November is one of the highest-rated periods to visit Jerusalem, balancing comfortable climate (16°C) with manageable urban density.
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November 5-Pillar Intelligence Breakdown

TripTiming evaluates 5 independent dimensions for every day in November. Here is how Jerusalem scores across all pillars:

Tranquility & Crowds (30%)
60/100
Moderate Footfall
Climate Comfort (30%)
90/100
16°C · 24% Rain
Urban Vitality (15%)
57/100
Cultural & Dining Pulse
Lodging Economics (15%)
82/100
Below-Average Rates
Safety & Municipal (10%)
58.2/100
Standard Municipal Safety

How November Compares to All 12 Months in Jerusalem

Compare November against other seasons to identify the ideal trade-off between price, weather, and tranquility:

Month TripTiming Index Tier Daytime Temp Rain % Crowds Room Rates Action
January 36 / 100 friction 9°C 34% Low Density / Tranquil Below-Average Rates View →
February 33 / 100 friction 9°C 36% Low Density / Tranquil Below-Average Rates View →
March 43 / 100 friction 12°C 27% Moderate Footfall Below-Average Rates View →
April 69 / 100 favorable 18°C 13% Moderate Footfall Elevated Seasonal Rates View →
May 67 / 100 favorable 21°C 10% Heavy Visitor Congestion Elevated Seasonal Rates View →
June 63 / 100 moderate 25°C 3% Heavy Visitor Congestion Standard Room Rates View →
July 64 / 100 favorable 26°C 0% Moderate Footfall Elevated Seasonal Rates View →
August 62 / 100 moderate 26°C 1% Heavy Visitor Congestion Elevated Seasonal Rates View →
September 68 / 100 favorable 24°C 2% Moderate Footfall Elevated Seasonal Rates View →
October 60 / 100 moderate 20°C 10% Heavy Visitor Congestion Elevated Seasonal Rates View →
👉 November (This Guide) 73 / 100 favorable 16°C 24% Moderate Footfall Below-Average Rates Current
December 74 / 100 favorable 12°C 14% Low Density / Tranquil Below-Average Rates View →

Landmark Crowding in Jerusalem (November)

Avoid peak congestion bottlenecks at Jerusalem's most frequented sights during your visit:

Western Wall (Kotel) & Temple Mount

monument
Peak Hours: 08:00 - 12:00 · Congestion: 1.6x

💡 Pro-Tip: Friday sunset at the Western Wall brings thousands of singing worshippers welcoming the Sabbath.

Church of the Holy Sepulchre

monument
Peak Hours: 10:00 - 15:00 · Congestion: 1.55x

💡 Pro-Tip: Enter at 06:00 AM opening to visit the Edicule of the Tomb without the two-hour tour queue.

Mahane Yehuda Market (The Shuk)

market
Peak Hours: 11:30 - 15:00 · Congestion: 1.5x

💡 Pro-Tip: Transforms at dusk: shuttered fruit stands turn into bustling craft beer and shakshuka pubs.

Mount of Olives Panoramic View

nature
Peak Hours: 08:30 - 11:30 · Congestion: 1.35x

💡 Pro-Tip: Golden morning light illuminates the entire Old City stone wall and the golden dome.

Explore All Months in Jerusalem

January
36/100
February
33/100
March
43/100
April
69/100
May
67/100
June
63/100
July
64/100
August
62/100
September
68/100
October
60/100
November
73/100
December
74/100