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Israel Weather in May

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

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Planning a getaway to Israel this May 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 May

May in Israel generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Liman at 25°C (77°F) to very warm in H̱aẕeva at 34°C (93°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in H̱aẕeva and 18°C (64°F) in Liman.

For a closer look at conditions across Israel, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Eilat with an average of 0.8 mm (0.03 in) to low rainfall in Neve Ativ with 25 mm (1 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Tel Aviv sees around 329 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Israel in May

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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).

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

Temperature range in Israel (May)

Precipitation variation in Israel (May)

Tel Aviv

In May Tel Aviv generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
329 hours
357 hours
Monthly rainfall
20 mm (0.8 in)
7.6 mm (0.3 in)
2.8 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Tel Aviv →

Jerusalem

In May Jerusalem generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
30°C (86°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
267 hours
332 hours
381 hours
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Jerusalem →

Eilat

In May Eilat generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
33°C (91°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
273 hours
319 hours
324 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
0 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Eilat →

Haifa

In May Haifa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
300 hours
363 hours
372 hours
Monthly rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
4.4 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Haifa →

Bat Yam

In May Bat Yam generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
329 hours
357 hours
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
7.6 mm (0.3 in)
3.7 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bat Yam →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tel Aviv 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 7.6 mm (0.3 in)
Jerusalem 30°C (86°F) 16°C (61°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Eilat 33°C (91°F) 19°C (66°F) 0.8 mm (0.03 in)
Haifa 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Bat Yam 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 7.6 mm (0.3 in)
Safed (Tzfat) 29°C (84°F) 15°C (59°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)

Israel weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Israel in May?

Israel typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Tel Aviv average around 28°C (82°F), and temperatures drop to about 17°C (63°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Israel in May?

In Tel Aviv, the average daytime high in May is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 17°C (63°F).

Does Israel get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Tel Aviv averages just 7.6 mm (0.3 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Israel.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Israel?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Israel with overall perfect weather in Tel Aviv.

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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