Hike the Israel National Trail
If you consider hiking the entire trail, then the best time of year for the trek is February to May. The weather is pretty mild at this time of the year.
April is one of the excellent months to visit Eilat, with daytime temperatures of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 15°C (59°F) at night. Rainfall is minimal, averaging just 1.7 mm (0.1 in) for the month.
So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Eilat - and find the best time to visit.
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Eilat typically rise from around 29°C (84°F) at the start of April to approximately 33°C (91°F) by the end. Nights are pleasant, with lows typically ranging from 14°C (57°F) to 18°C (64°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Eilat spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 50 years of weather observations in Eilat between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Israel and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Israel in April →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in April. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. Expect water temperatures of around 23°C (73°F), which is ideal for taking a refreshing dip. Bring swimwear and consider packing a towel for drying off. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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