Israel weather in January
Considering a trip to Israel this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like 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.
During the day temperatures vary from cold in Neve Ativ at 12°C to pleasant in H̱aẕeva at 19°C. At night it cools down to 8°C in H̱aẕeva and 2°C 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.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Eilat with an average of 11 mm to heavy rainfall in Liman with 166 mm. Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Tel Aviv. The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 192 hours of sunshine in Tel Aviv. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.
For specific regional insights in Israel for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Israel climate page.
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Average weather in Tel Aviv
In January Tel Aviv generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Jerusalem
In January Jerusalem generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Eilat
In January Eilat generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Haifa
In January Haifa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Bat Yam
In January Bat Yam generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is January the best 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, June, July, August, September, October, November and December with generally perfect weather in Tel Aviv.
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