Kefar Shammay Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Kefar Shammay’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Israel.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Visitors to Kefar Shammay can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 16°C during cooler months like January. At night, minimum temperatures typically average around 7°C during these months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Kefar Shammay by month:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest. August, the city’s warmest month receives 378 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, receives about 130 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 13 days. For more information, please visit our Kefar Shammay Precipitation page.
Annual Temperatures in Israel Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Israel. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Kefar Shammay Temperatures Compared World Wide
Kefar Shammay’s average annual maximum temperature is 26°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
Meanwhile, Queenstown, New Zealand, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild winters.
In Brisbane, Australia, the average annual temperature is 26°C, making it warmer than Sydney.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Kefar Shammay, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 67% humidity, which is considered high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 16°C. In the warmest month, August, the humidity is 81% combined with an average maximum temperature of 34°C, which creates a very high-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Kefar Shammay’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Kefar Shammay climate page.
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