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Israel Weather in December

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

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Planning a getaway to Israel this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Israel in December

December in Israel generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to high. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Neve Ativ at 14°C (57°F) to pleasant in H̱aẕeva at 21°C (70°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in H̱aẕeva and 4°C (39°F) in Neve Ativ.

For specific regional insights in Israel, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Eilat with an average of 4.5 mm (0.2 in) to high rainfall in Liman with 146 mm (5.7 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Tel Aviv as an example - it receives around 189 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Israel - and find the best time to visit. (based on Tel Aviv)

January18°C (64°F) February18°C (64°F) March21°C (70°F) April24°C (75°F) May28°C (82°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly32°C (90°F) August32°C (90°F) September31°C (88°F) October29°C (84°F) November24°C (75°F) December20°C (68°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Israel in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Israel.

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 December for some of the most popular destinations in Israel?

Temperature range in Israel (December)

Precipitation variation in Israel (December)

Tel Aviv

In December Tel Aviv generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
234 hours
189 hours
192 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
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Jerusalem

In December Jerusalem generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
192 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
good
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Eilat

In December Eilat generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
246 hours
217 hours
229 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.5 mm (0.1 in)
4.5 mm (0.2 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Eilat →

Haifa

In December Haifa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
208 hours
174 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
excellent
good
mixed
Climate in Haifa →

Bat Yam

In December Bat Yam generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
234 hours
189 hours
192 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
good
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Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Israel in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tel Aviv 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Jerusalem 18°C (64°F) 9°C (48°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Eilat 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 4.5 mm (0.2 in)
Haifa 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Bat Yam 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Safed (Tzfat) 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)

Israel weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Israel in December?

Israel typically experiences excellent weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Tel Aviv average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 11°C (52°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Israel in December?

In Tel Aviv, the average daytime high in December is 20°C (68°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 11°C (52°F).

Does Israel get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Israel. Tel Aviv averages only about 70 mm (2.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Israel?

We believe that December is one of the best times to visit Israel with overall excellent weather in Tel Aviv. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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

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