Ashkelon Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to pleasant in Ashkelon. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C (88°F) in August to a pleasant 18°C (64°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 25°C (77°F) in August to 12°C (54°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Ashkelon has a relatively dry climate with low precipitation, averaging 407 mm (16 in) of rainfall annually. The seasons in Ashkelon bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, January, receives high rainfall, with an average of 101 mm (4 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 10 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 2.2 mm (0.1 in) over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Ashkelon Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

In Ashkelon, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 12.3 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 6.3 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Ashkelon.

The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 75%. In October, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 67%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year