Haifa weather in May (North District Israel, Israel)

Looking to travel to Haifa in May? This guide provides all the details you need.

In Haifa the weather in May is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 25°C, while night temperatures can drop to 18°C.

Haifa in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 11 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 1 day of the month will see rainfall.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 363 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January tends to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Haifa climate page with graphs.

 

Haifa, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 21°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 4%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 11 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 1 day  
HumidityHumidity 62%  
SunshineSunshine 363 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Israel in May

Find out more about the weather in Israel in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Haifa in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 21°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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