Tel Aviv, Israel Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Tel Aviv
Located in Israel, Tel Aviv experiences a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. Afternoon temperatures peak near 89°F (32°C) in August and dip to about 63°F (17°C) in January, with around 19.8 inches (503 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: August - highs near 89°F (32°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 63°F (17°C)
- Record high: 110°F (43°C) · Record low: 39°F (4°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: January (12 rainy days) · Sunniest: June (13.2 h sun/day)
- Climate type: Mediterranean - hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on August. Highs average 89°F (32°C) and overnight lows stay near 76°F (24°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 63°F (17°C) and lows around 50°F (10°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 110°F (43°C) and dropped as low as 39°F (4°C).
Rain, sun and snow
January is usually the wettest month. It brings about 5.2 inches (131 mm) of rain over 12 days, while July is the driest. June brings the most sunshine, averaging 13.2 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63° | 50° | 12 | 5.2 in | 8.8 h/day | 74% |
| February | 65° | 50° | 9 | 3.6 in | 9.3 h/day | 75% |
| March | 68° | 53° | 8 | 2.1 in | 10.3 h/day | 72% |
| April | 74° | 57° | 3 | 1.5 in | 11.7 h/day | 72% |
| May | 81° | 64° | 2 | 0.3 in | 12.6 h/day | 69% |
| June | 84° | 69° | 1 | 0.1 in | 13.2 h/day | 73% |
| July | 88° | 74° | 0 | 0.0 in | 13.2 h/day | 74% |
| August | 89° | 76° | 0 | 0.0 in | 12.5 h/day | 73% |
| September | 87° | 73° | 0 | 0.1 in | 11.5 h/day | 71% |
| October | 83° | 68° | 4 | 0.6 in | 10.5 h/day | 70% |
| November | 76° | 60° | 7 | 2.1 in | 9.3 h/day | 69% |
| December | 67° | 53° | 10 | 4.1 in | 8.3 h/day | 72% |
Tel Aviv month by month
Tel Aviv weather in January
January brings highs around 63°F (17°C), lows near 50°F (10°C), about 12 wet days - typically the coldest month and the wettest month of the year in Tel Aviv.
Tel Aviv weather in February
February brings highs around 65°F (18°C), lows near 50°F (10°C), about 9 wet days.
Tel Aviv weather in March
March brings highs around 68°F (20°C), lows near 53°F (12°C), about 8 wet days.
Tel Aviv weather in April
April brings highs around 74°F (23°C), lows near 57°F (14°C), about 3 wet days.
Tel Aviv weather in May
May brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 64°F (18°C), about 2 wet days.
Tel Aviv weather in June
June brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 69°F (21°C), about 1 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Tel Aviv.
Tel Aviv weather in July
July brings highs around 88°F (31°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), about 0 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Tel Aviv.
Tel Aviv weather in August
August brings highs around 89°F (32°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 0 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Tel Aviv.
Tel Aviv weather in September
September brings highs around 87°F (31°C), lows near 73°F (23°C), about 0 wet days.
Tel Aviv weather in October
October brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 68°F (20°C), about 4 wet days.
Tel Aviv weather in November
November brings highs around 76°F (24°C), lows near 60°F (16°C), about 7 wet days.
Tel Aviv weather in December
December brings highs around 67°F (20°C), lows near 53°F (12°C), about 10 wet days.
Seasons in Tel Aviv
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Tel Aviv is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 74°F (24°C) and nights around 58°F (15°C); rain falls on about 13 days over the three months.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Tel Aviv brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 87°F (31°C) and nights around 73°F (23°C); precipitation is infrequent. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Tel Aviv runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 82°F (28°C) and nights around 67°F (20°C); rain falls on about 12 days over the three months.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Tel Aviv is mild, with daytime highs averaging 65°F (18°C) and nights around 51°F (11°C); expect showers on roughly 32 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Tel Aviv
The best time to visit Tel Aviv is generally March to May and October to November, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 76°F (25°C).
Pack for Tel Aviv with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months; rain gear if you travel around January. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - August nights average 76°F (24°C).
Tel Aviv temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.