Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Israel this May.
Israel, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 25°C (77°F) in Liman to 34°C (93°F) in H̱aẕeva. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in H̱aẕeva and 18°C (64°F) in Liman.
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Expect daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) in Tel Aviv. That makes May a high month for Israel.
Average overnight lows in Israel during May sit near 17°C (63°F) in Tel Aviv.
From a thorough analysis of our records, H̱aẕeva clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 34°C (93°F), and evenings that remain near 19°C (66°F).
According to our data, Liman holds the title for the coldest city in Israel in May. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 25°C (77°F) and drops to lows of about 18°C (64°F) during the night.
Tel Aviv enjoys close to 329 hours of sunlight. This not only brightens the days but also uplifts the atmosphere during the month.
The water temperature averages approximately 25°C (77°F) in Eilat this month, a refreshing temperature for swimming and cooling off.
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