Hebron
City in Palestine
Hebron is a city located in Israel with a population of 215,452 as of 2016. Situated 30 km from Jerusalem, the city attracts visitors to its historic locations, including the Cave of the Patriarchs and the Oak of Mamre.
What to see
The city contains several significant historic sites. The Cave of the Patriarchs and the Oak of Mamre are primary points of interest. Additional locations to visit include the Avraham Avinu Synagogue, the Tomb of Jesse and Ruth, and Tel Rumeida. Visitors can also view the Church of the Holy Forefathers and Monastery of the Holy Trinity.
When to go
Hebron experiences distinct seasonal temperature and rainfall patterns. The summer months from June through August are dry, with no rain recorded and daily highs reaching 31 °C. Temperatures decrease significantly in winter, with January and February experiencing highs between 11 °C and 12 °C and lows of 4 °C. These winter months are also the wettest, with January seeing rain on about 11 days. For drier weather, consider visiting between May and October, when rainfall is minimal.
Getting there
The nearest airport serving the area is Ben Gurion International Airport, located 57 km away. Travelers arriving in the country can reach Hebron by traveling 30 km from Jerusalem.
Top sights in Hebron
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 31 °C. The wettest is January, with about 155 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 11 | 12 | 16 | 22 | 26 | 29 | 31 | 31 | 29 | 24 | 18 | 13 |
| Average low, °C | 4 | 4 | 6 | 9 | 12 | 15 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 14 | 9 | 6 |
| Rainfall, mm | 155 | 144 | 88 | 22 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 17 | 65 | 106 |
| Rainy days | 11 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 9 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Hebron (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Avraham Avinu Synagogue
- Church of the Holy Forefathers and Monastery of the Holy Trinity
- Tel Rumeida