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Backpacking Potential

100/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

April, May, November

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Avoid

January, July, August

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Weather

11°C – 27°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Bethlehem?

The best time to visit Bethlehem for backpacking is April, May, November, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs.

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Backpacking conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Bethlehem

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
63Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
11°116
February
74Good
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
12°96
March
94Excellent
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
15°50
April
100Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
18°15
May
96Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
22°1
June
85Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
25°0
July
80Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°0
August
65Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°0
September
80Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
25°0
October
93Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
23°15
November
95Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°45
December
79Good
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
13°88

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Bethlehem

When is the best time to visit Bethlehem for backpacking?

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The best time to visit Bethlehem for backpacking is typically in April, May, November, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Bethlehem?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Bethlehem, making it a year-round destination for backpacking.

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