Israel Weather
🇮🇱 2 cities covered · Asia
· Mediterranean, semi-arid climates
Warmest city
Tel Aviv
Coolest city
Jerusalem
Sunniest city
Tel Aviv
Best time to visit
April to May
Weather in Israel at a glance
Israel offers 2 distinct climate types, from Mediterranean to semi-arid among its 2 covered cities. Year-round, Tel Aviv posts the highest average temperature (69°F (21°C)) and Jerusalem the lowest (64°F (18°C)), so the right base depends as much on climate as on itinerary.
Quick facts
- Warmest city: Tel Aviv - annual average 69°
- Coolest city: Jerusalem - annual average 64°
- Sunniest city: Tel Aviv (10.9 h sun/day)
- Best time to visit: April to May
- Climate types: Mediterranean, semi-arid
The bigger picture
For sunshine, Tel Aviv leads with about 10.9 hours of sun per day on average. Tel Aviv is the wettest of the covered cities, collecting roughly 503 mm (19.8 inches) of precipitation a year. Averaged across the country's covered cities, April to May brings the most comfortable mix of temperature, dry days and daylight.
Live weather across Israel today
Israel cities compared
Israel weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainy days | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59° | 46° | 11 | 8.7 h/day |
| February | 61° | 47° | 9 | 9.2 h/day |
| March | 66° | 50° | 8 | 10.2 h/day |
| April | 74° | 55° | 4 | 11.8 h/day |
| May | 81° | 62° | 2 | 12.6 h/day |
| June | 86° | 67° | 1 | 13.2 h/day |
| July | 89° | 71° | 0 | 13.2 h/day |
| August | 90° | 72° | 0 | 12.6 h/day |
| September | 87° | 70° | 1 | 11.5 h/day |
| October | 81° | 65° | 3 | 10.5 h/day |
| November | 72° | 57° | 7 | 9.3 h/day |
| December | 63° | 50° | 9 | 8.3 h/day |
Israel weather FAQs
What is the warmest city in Israel?
Among the cities we cover, Tel Aviv is the warmest, averaging 69°F (21°C) across the year. Its hottest month is August, with highs near 89°F (32°C).
What is the coldest city in Israel?
Jerusalem runs coldest, averaging 64°F (18°C) for the year; January lows average 42°F (6°C).
What is the sunniest city in Israel?
Tel Aviv, with about 10.9 hours of sunshine per day averaged across the year.
When is the best time to visit Israel?
Averaged across the covered cities, April to May offers the most comfortable combination of temperatures, drier days and daylight. Coastal, mountain and desert areas can differ - check each city's climate page for specifics.
Does it snow in Israel?
Snow is essentially absent in the Israel cities we cover - the 2015–2024 record shows no regular measurable snowfall.
What is the climate of Israel like?
The covered cities fall under Mediterranean, semi-arid climates. That means hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters.