Israel Weather Forecast
Israel weather: 68°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 87° | 65° | 0,2 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).
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.
Recent extremes in Israel
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Israel compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Israel.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan | 44 mi | 66°F | +33°F warmer | 10 in |
| Petra | 100 mi | 67°F | +34°F warmer | 8 in |
| Wadi Musa | 100 mi | 67°F | +34°F warmer | 8 in |
| Petra | 100 mi | 67°F | +34°F warmer | 8 in |
| Mount Sinai | 235 mi | 56°F | 41°F cooler | 2 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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.
What is the weather like in Israel right now?
It is currently 68°F (20°C) with clear. Humidity is 95% and wind is 5 mph.
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.
What time zone is Israel in?
Israel observes Asia/Jerusalem (UTC+03:00). The local time is 6:47 AM.
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, 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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| 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 August 23, 2026 at 6:47 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
