Ramallah has a Mediterranean climate, with warm, dry summers and cooler, wetter winters.
Summer days are generally warm to hot, while evenings can be more comfortable because of the city's elevation. Winters are considerably cooler and bring most of the year's rainfall. Spring and autumn are particularly pleasant periods for walking and outdoor exploration. Climate averages show August as the hottest month and January as the coolest and wettest.
Ramallah is a diverse city and it is common to see a variety of different attires around the city. However, it is best to be aware of the cultural norms and dressing modestly is recommended. For women, less attention ...
Palestinians are very hospitable, so don’t be surprised if at some point you are invited to eat at somebody’s home. A traditional meal will typically include a generous amount of food, almost always including meat. If ...
Ramadan is one of the most celebrated holidays in Palestine and a large portion of the population observes the practice of fasting from sunrise to sundown. As the date of Ramadan is determined by the Islamic calendar not ...
Travel conditions and access routes can change. Visitors are encouraged to check current travel and security information before travelling and to follow instructions from relevant local authorities.
Palestine does not currently have a national currency. The Israeli New Shekel (NIS) is the principal currency used for everyday transactions, while the Jordanian dinar (JOD) and US dollar (USD) are also used.
Money-exchange offices are widely available, and card payments are accepted by many businesses. Visitors should nevertheless keep some shekels in cash for taxis, small shops, markets and other everyday purchases.
Local mobile SIM cards and prepaid services are readily available in Ramallah. Palestine's principal mobile operators include Jawwal and Ooredoo Palestine, and visitors can purchase SIM/data services from their shops and authorized dealers.
Palestine's international dialing code is +970.
Islamic prayer times change every day with the position of the sun. These are calculated for Ramallah by the Umm al-Qura method; local mosques may differ by a few minutes.
