Hike the Israel National Trail
If you consider hiking the entire trail, then the best time of year for the trek is February to May. The weather is pretty mild at this time of the year.
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Sifsufa, Israel. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
On average, Sifsufa receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 676 mm (27 in). Despite this overall moderate level, the city experiences distinct dry season during certain months throughout the year, as illustrated in the precipitation charts below.
Sifsufa can be quite wet during January, receiving approximately 137 mm (5.4 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.
In contrast August, experiences much drier conditions, with 3 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall, spread across 0 rainy days.
January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C (61°F). The city receives 174 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 33°C (91°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Sifsufa Temperature page.
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Israel. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
Sifsufa's average annual precipitation is 676 mm (27 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.
Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.
For more detailed information about Sifsufa's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Sifsufa Climate page.
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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