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Israel Weather in January

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

Thinking about venturing to Israel this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Israel in January

January in Israel generally has temperatures that range from cold to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy. During January, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Neve Ativ at 12°C (54°F) to pleasant in H̱aẕeva at 19°C (66°F). At night it cools down to 8°C (46°F) in H̱aẕeva and 2°C (36°F) in Neve Ativ. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. However, even though January is the coolest month, you can still find places in Israel with moderate temperatures, ensuring a pleasant experience throughout the year.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Eilat with an average of 11 mm (0.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Liman with 166 mm (6.5 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Tel Aviv.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in January. Tel Aviv typically receives 192 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Israel in January

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

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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 January for some of the most popular destinations in Israel?

Temperature range in Israel (January)

Precipitation variation in Israel (January)

Tel Aviv

In January Tel Aviv generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
192 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Jerusalem

In January Jerusalem generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
193 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Eilat

In January Eilat generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
217 hours
229 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.5 mm (0.2 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
9.8 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions

Haifa

In January Haifa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
174 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Bat Yam

In January Bat Yam generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
192 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Israel January extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Israel dropped to -8°C (18°F) in Ani'am on January 10, 2015.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tel Aviv 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Jerusalem 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Eilat 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Haifa 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 143 mm (5.6 in)
Bat Yam 18°C (64°F) 12°C (54°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Safed (Tzfat) 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)

Israel weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Israel in January?

January in Israel brings pleasant weather. In Tel Aviv, daytime temperatures are typically around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime lows hover near 10°C (50°F).

What is the average temperature in Israel in January?

In Tel Aviv, the average daytime high in January is 18°C (64°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 10°C (50°F).

Does Israel get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Israel during January, with Tel Aviv averaging close to 85 mm (3.3 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Israel?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Tel Aviv, January may not be the ideal time to visit Israel.

On average, the best time to visit Israel is in March, April, May, October, November and December with generally perfect weather in Tel Aviv.

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