Zikhron Ya‘aqov Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Monthly Temperature in Zikhron Ya‘aqov

Visitors to Zikhron Ya‘aqov can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C (91°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a pleasant 18°C (64°F) during cooler months like January.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 24°C (75°F) in August to around 10°C (50°F) during January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Zikhron Ya‘aqov

Zikhron Ya‘aqov's climate is marked by below-average rainfall, accumulating 427 mm (17 in) of precipitation yearly. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, January it receives high rainfall, averaging 101 mm (4 in) of precipitation, recorded across 12 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month August brings less rainfall, with 1.4 mm (0.1 in) over 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Zikhron Ya‘aqov Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Sunshine Hours in Zikhron Ya‘aqov

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Zikhron Ya‘aqov. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 12.8 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.8 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Humidity in Zikhron Ya‘aqov by Month

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Zikhron Ya‘aqov.

The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 81%. In November, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 58%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year