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Israel Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Israel in August.

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Planning a journey to Israel this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Israel in August

August in Israel generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with almost no precipitation. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very warm in Liman at 30°C (86°F) to very hot in Ein Bokek at 38°C (100°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Ein Bokek and 25°C (77°F) in Liman. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Israel. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To explore the conditions in Israel in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Paran with an average of 0 mm (0 in) to almost no rainfall in Yavneʼel with 4.5 mm (0.2 in). In Tel Aviv, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Tel Aviv enjoys about 357 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Israel in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Israel

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Israel?

Temperature range in Israel (August)

Precipitation variation in Israel (August)

Tel Aviv

In August Tel Aviv generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
369 hours
357 hours
300 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.1 mm (0.1 in)
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
3.7 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Tel Aviv →

Jerusalem

In August Jerusalem generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
384 hours
366 hours
309 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
3.5 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Jerusalem →

Eilat

In August Eilat generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
37°C (99°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
347 hours
347 hours
291 hours
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Eilat →

Haifa

In August Haifa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
384 hours
378 hours
324 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.8 mm (0.1 in)
2.3 mm (0.1 in)
4.5 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Haifa →

Bat Yam

In August Bat Yam generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
369 hours
357 hours
300 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.1 mm (0.1 in)
2.7 mm (0.1 in)
4.2 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bat Yam →

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In our records: Israel August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Israel in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest August day in Israel reached 49°C (120°F) in Eilat on August 13, 2025.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Israel in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tel Aviv 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 1.7 mm (0.1 in)
Jerusalem 35°C (95°F) 22°C (72°F) 0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Eilat 37°C (99°F) 23°C (73°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)
Haifa 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 2.3 mm (0.1 in)
Bat Yam 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 2.7 mm (0.1 in)
Safed (Tzfat) 34°C (93°F) 22°C (72°F) 3.3 mm (0.1 in)

Israel weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Israel in August?

In August, Israel generally has pleasant weather conditions. Tel Aviv sees daytime temperatures near 32°C (90°F), with nights cooling to roughly 23°C (73°F).

What is the average temperature in Israel in August?

Tel Aviv averages a daytime maximum of 32°C (90°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 23°C (73°F).

Does Israel get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Israel during August, with Tel Aviv averaging close to 1.7 mm (0.1 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Israel?

In our opinion, August may not be the ideal time to visit Israel due to the typically perfect weather in Tel Aviv.

Generally speaking, March, April, May, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Tel Aviv.

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