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Tel Aviv weather in May (Center District Israel, Israel)

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

In Tel Aviv the weather in May is generally perfect, with high temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 28°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 17°C.

Tel Aviv in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 7.6 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 1 day of rain.

With around 329 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Tel Aviv. March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While January and February tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Tel Aviv, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 21°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 3%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 7.6 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 1 day  
HumidityHumidity 68%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 329 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 Tel Aviv 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

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