Israel Weather Forecast
Israel weather: Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Summary
Israel is a country in Asia. Israel is a country in Asia with its capital at Jerusalem. It has a population of about 9.8 million. The capital is Jerusalem.
The best time to visit Israel is May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is semi-arid. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 92°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 44°F.
The closest major airport is Ben Gurion Airport (TLV), about 25 mi away. Nearby highlights include Dead Sea, Petra and Mount Sinai.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Climate in Israel month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58° | 45° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 58° | 44° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 64° | 48° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 74° | 54° | 1,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 80° | 58° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 90° | 66° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 91° | 68° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 92° | 69° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 87° | 65° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 80° | 61° | 0,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 71° | 56° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 61° | 48° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Semi-arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Best time to visit Israel
Go in May, June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Weather by city in Israel
2 cities mapped in this atlas
Weather by lake in Israel
1 lakes mapped in this atlas
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Israel?
Israel is a country in Asia. Its coordinates are 31.7683, 35.2137. It lies in Asia.
When is the best time to visit Israel?
May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Israel, which has a semi-arid climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
How many people live in Israel?
Israel has a population of approximately 9.8 million.
What is the nearest airport to Israel?
The closest airports are Ben Gurion Airport (TLV), 25 mi away and Cairo International Airport (CAI), 253 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Israel?
Popular options include Dead Sea, Petra and Mount Sinai.
What places are in Israel?
Israel covers 3 places in this atlas, including Jerusalem, Tel Aviv and Dead Sea.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 23, 2026 UTC. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
