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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Dor.
Temperatures in Dor, North District Israel, Israel, vary greatly throughout the year. August is the hottest month at 32°C (90°F), while January is the coldest at 18°C (64°F).
The city tends toward dry conditions, with around 470 mm (19 in) of rainfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct dry season from April to October, with very warm summers and mild winters. July is the sunniest month, averaging 12.8 hours of sunshine per day.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Dor - and find the best time to visit.
The climate in Dor is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C (90°F) in August to a moderate 18°C (64°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 25°C (77°F) in August to around 11°C (52°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
With annual rainfall averaging 470 mm (19 in), Dor maintains relatively low precipitation levels throughout the seasons. The climate in Dor shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in January, the wettest month, with an average of 113 mm (4.4 in) of precipitation over 12 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month August offers drier and sunnier days, with around 1.6 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall over 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Dor Precipitation page.
For those who appreciate different seasons, Dor serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 12.8 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 5.8 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Dor.
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.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
March, April, May, June, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Dor. In contrast, January tends to have less optimal conditions. Dor has a distinct dry season from April to October, with very warm summers and mild winters.
Daytime highs range from 18°C (64°F) in January to 32°C (90°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 11°C (52°F) to 25°C (77°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 470 mm (19 in). January is the wettest month with 113 mm (4.4 in), while August is the driest with 1.6 mm (0.1 in).
Dor receives around 3,525 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 384 hours, while January is the cloudiest with just 174 hours. Overall, Dor enjoys abundant sunshine.
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