Eilat Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Eilat has a hot desert climate meaning hot and dry summers. Winters tend to be very warm and almost no rain is seen during winter months. Eilat is a great place to escape winter. The water temperature is a bit lower, but temperatures are still pleasant. During the summer months (July, August) Eilat heats up with an average temperature of 38°C.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Eilat is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 37°C in July to a pleasant 19°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 8°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Eilat is known for its low rainfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 39 mm. The wettest period in Eilat occurs in January, which receives around 11 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, June, Eilat experiences almost no rainfall, totaling approximately 0 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Eilat enjoys sunny spells year-round. July sees up to 11.6 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. December, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 7.2 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 20°C in January to 28°C in August.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is low throughout the year in Eilat.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 33%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 15%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 6 m/s in January, February, November and December to 8 m/s in June and September.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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Check the weather conditions for any month in Eilat.
The best time of year to visit Eilat in Israel
During the months of February, March, November and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
July has an average maximum temperature of 37°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 19°C.
January tops the wettest month list with 11 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
August is the sunniest month with an average of 347 hours of sunshine.
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