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Israel Weather in March

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

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Planning a journey to Israel this March 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 March

March in Israel generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Neve Ativ at 16°C (61°F) to warm in H̱aẕeva at 25°C (77°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in H̱aẕeva and 5°C (41°F) in Neve Ativ.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Eilat with an average of 6.9 mm (0.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Kerem Ben Zimra with 96 mm (3.8 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this March. For example, Tel Aviv gets approximately 236 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Israel in March

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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 March for some of the most popular destinations in Israel?

Temperature range in Israel (March)

Precipitation variation in Israel (March)

Tel Aviv

In March Tel Aviv generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
236 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
7 days
3 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Tel Aviv →

Jerusalem

In March Jerusalem generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
244 hours
226 hours
267 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
3 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Jerusalem →

Eilat

In March Eilat generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
251 hours
273 hours
Monthly rainfall
9.8 mm (0.4 in)
6.9 mm (0.3 in)
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Eilat →

Haifa

In March Haifa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
291 hours
300 hours
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
4 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Haifa →

Bat Yam

In March Bat Yam generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
236 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
7 days
3 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bat Yam →

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In our records: Israel March extremes

Notable March 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 coldest March daytime high in Israel was 1°C (34°F) in Haifa on March 13, 1987.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tel Aviv 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Jerusalem 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Eilat 24°C (75°F) 12°C (54°F) 6.9 mm (0.3 in)
Haifa 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Bat Yam 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Safed (Tzfat) 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)

Israel weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Israel in March?

March in Israel brings perfect weather. In Tel Aviv, daytime temperatures are typically around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows hover near 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in Israel in March?

Daytime temperatures in Tel Aviv peak at roughly 21°C (70°F) in March, dropping to about 12°C (54°F) overnight.

Does Israel get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Israel during March, with Tel Aviv averaging close to 44 mm (1.7 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Israel?

We consider March to be one of the best times to travel to Israel. Typically, the climate in Tel Aviv is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in March, April, May, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Tel Aviv.

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