Israel is a small country with a Mediterranean climate, but the weather changes quickly with the landscape: the coast, Jerusalem, the Sea of Galilee, the Dead Sea and Eilat often differ on the same day. Average daily highs run from about 13°C in Jerusalem in January to about 40°C in Eilat in July. The live forecast below shows the current temperature and the next five days for six popular places, in °C and °F.
Live weather in Israel by city
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Turn on JavaScript to see the live forecast. For official forecasts, see the Israel Meteorological Service.
Forecast data: MET Norway, licensed CC BY 4.0. Times are in Israel time. This is an automatic forecast, not an official warning.
Weather in Israel by month: average temperatures and rainfall
These are long-term averages, not a forecast. They show what is normal for each month in six places. Use the °C and °F buttons above the cards to switch units.
| Month | Tel Aviv | Jerusalem | Haifa | Tiberias | Dead Sea (Sedom) | Eilat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18 / 10 | 13 / 7 | 18 / 10 | 18 / 10 | 21 / 13 | 21 / 10 |
| February | 18 / 10 | 14 / 7 | 19 / 10 | 19 / 10 | 22 / 14 | 23 / 12 |
| March | 19 / 12 | 17 / 10 | 21 / 12 | 23 / 12 | 25 / 17 | 26 / 15 |
| April | 23 / 14 | 22 / 13 | 24 / 15 | 28 / 15 | 30 / 21 | 31 / 18 |
| May | 25 / 17 | 26 / 16 | 27 / 18 | 33 / 19 | 34 / 25 | 36 / 23 |
| June | 28 / 21 | 29 / 18 | 30 / 22 | 37 / 23 | 38 / 28 | 39 / 25 |
| July | 29 / 23 | 30 / 20 | 32 / 24 | 38 / 25 | 40 / 30 | 40 / 27 |
| August | 30 / 24 | 30 / 20 | 32 / 25 | 38 / 25 | 39 / 30 | 40 / 27 |
| September | 29 / 23 | 29 / 19 | 30 / 23 | 36 / 23 | 37 / 28 | 37 / 25 |
| October | 27 / 19 | 26 / 17 | 28 / 20 | 32 / 21 | 32 / 25 | 33 / 22 |
| November | 23 / 15 | 20 / 13 | 24 / 15 | 26 / 16 | 27 / 19 | 28 / 16 |
| December | 19 / 11 | 15 / 9 | 20 / 12 | 20 / 12 | 22 / 14 | 23 / 12 |
| Month | Tel Aviv | Jerusalem | Haifa | Tiberias | Dead Sea (Sedom) | Eilat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 147 | 137 | 125 | 107 | 7.8 | 4.0 |
| February | 111 | 118 | 95 | 90 | 9.0 | 3.0 |
| March | 62 | 67 | 53 | 56 | 7.6 | 3.0 |
| April | 16 | 22 | 24 | 18 | 4.3 | 2.0 |
| May | 4.0 | 7.1 | 2.7 | 3.9 | 0.2 | 1.0 |
| June | 0 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0 | 0 |
| July | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| August | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| September | 1.0 | 0.7 | 1.2 | 0.6 | 0 | 0 |
| October | 34 | 10 | 28 | 17 | 1.2 | 4.0 |
| November | 81 | 51 | 78 | 52 | 3.5 | 2.0 |
| December | 127 | 112 | 136 | 93 | 8.3 | 5.0 |
Source: climate tables for each place that cite the Israel Meteorological Service (Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Haifa, Eilat and the Dead Sea at Sedom) and the WMO (Tiberias). The reference periods differ by place, so small differences between neighbouring places can come from the period used.
Weather in Israel by season
Summer (June to August) is hot and almost dry everywhere. Average daily highs are about 27 to 32°C (81 to 90°F) in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and Haifa, and about 36 to 40°C (97 to 104°F) in Tiberias, at the Dead Sea and in Eilat.
Winter (December to February) is the rainy season. Average highs are about 17 to 20°C (63 to 68°F) on the coast and about 13 to 15°C (55 to 59°F) in Jerusalem. Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and Haifa get roughly 100 to 150 mm of rain in January, while Eilat and the Dead Sea stay very dry.
Spring and autumn are the in-between seasons, with warm days and cooler mornings and evenings. In November, for example, the average daily high is about 23°C (74°F) in Tel Aviv, 20°C (68°F) in Jerusalem and 28°C (82°F) in Eilat.
Why the weather differs across Israel
Tel Aviv and Haifa are on the Mediterranean coast, and the coast is usually more humid. Jerusalem lies in the Judean Hills and is usually a little cooler than the coast. Tiberias is on the Sea of Galilee, while the Dead Sea and Eilat are low-lying desert areas that are usually warmer. Check the places on your route and compare them before you pack.
What to pack for the weather in Israel
In summer, take light clothing, a hat, sunscreen and a water bottle, and plan outdoor sightseeing for the morning. In winter, bring a light waterproof jacket and layers, especially for Jerusalem and the north. In spring and autumn, layers work best, because mornings and evenings are cooler than midday. At the Dead Sea and in Eilat, sun protection matters all year.
Official forecasts and warnings
For severe weather alerts, rely on the Israel Meteorological Service. The forecast on this page is automatic model data and is not a warning service.
Plan your days in Israel
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Questions about the weather in Israel
What is the weather in Israel right now?
The cards above show the current temperature and the next five days for Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Haifa, Tiberias, the Dead Sea and Eilat. They load when you open the page.
Is the weather the same everywhere in Israel?
No. The coast, Jerusalem, the Galilee, the Dead Sea and Eilat can differ by several degrees on the same day.
Where does the forecast data come from?
From MET Norway, the Norwegian Meteorological Institute, which publishes open weather data under a CC BY 4.0 licence.
What is the hottest month in Israel?
In all six places above it is July or August, with average daily highs from about 30°C in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem to about 40°C in Eilat.
When does it rain in Israel?
Most rain falls from December to February. Between June and September there is almost none.
