Israel Weather & Climate: Monthly Averages

Even though Israel is not a huge country, the temperatures and the amount of precipitation can vary considerably by region. The country experiences three different climate types. Along the coast, there is a typical pleasant Mediterranean climate. Most of the northern part has a steppe climate, while the south experiences a desert climate.

Summer Weather

Israel generally has long, hot, and dry summers. In most places, an average of 13 hours of sunshine per day is observed. From May through September, rain (and snow) is virtually non-existent.

Winter Weather

Most of the country experiences short, cool, and wet winters. Heavy rainstorms usually begin in November and end in March. Snow is possible in winter but only inland on high ground. For Eilat on the Red Sea, the maximum temperature in winter is almost always around a comfortable 18°C (64°F) to 24°C (75°F), and it generally stays well above freezing at night. On the Mediterranean coast, it is slightly cooler in winter, but frost can occur for a few days each year.