Galilee region Weather in May

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

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Safed (Tzfat) Tiberias Nazareth Migdal

Considering a trip to the Galilee region, Israel this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Galilee region in May

The Galilee region, Israel is a region in Israel. May in the Galilee region generally has very warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) in Tiberias. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Nazareth with an average of 12 mm (0.5 in) to low rainfall in Safed (Tzfat) with 20 mm (0.8 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Tiberias sees close to 363 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore the Galilee region by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Galilee region — and find the best time to visit. (based on Safed (Tzfat))

January16°C (61°F) February17°C (63°F) March21°C (70°F) April25°C (77°F) May29°C (84°F) June32°C (90°F) This monthJuly34°C (93°F) August34°C (93°F) September33°C (91°F) October30°C (86°F) November24°C (75°F) December18°C (64°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Galilee region in May

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

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 the Galilee region

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

Temperature range in the Galilee region (May)

Precipitation variation in the Galilee region (May)

Tiberias

In May Tiberias generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°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
26°C (79°F)
31°C (88°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
300 hours
363 hours
372 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
5 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Tiberias →

Safed (Tzfat)

In May Safed (Tzfat) generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°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)
29°C (84°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
300 hours
363 hours
372 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
6.1 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
2 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Safed (Tzfat) →

Nazareth

In May Nazareth generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°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
26°C (79°F)
30°C (86°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
300 hours
363 hours
372 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
4.5 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Nazareth →

Migdal

In May Migdal generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°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
26°C (79°F)
30°C (86°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
300 hours
363 hours
372 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
5.5 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Galilee region, in Israel.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Galilee region in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Safed (Tzfat) 29°C (84°F) 15°C (59°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Tiberias 31°C (88°F) 17°C (63°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Nazareth 30°C (86°F) 17°C (63°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Migdal 30°C (86°F) 17°C (63°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)

The Galilee region weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Galilee region, Israel in May?

May in the Galilee region, Israel brings pleasant weather. In Tiberias, daytime temperatures are typically around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime lows hover near 17°C (63°F).

What is the average temperature in the Galilee region, Israel in May?

Tiberias averages a daytime maximum of 31°C (88°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 17°C (63°F).

Does the Galilee region, Israel get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in the Galilee region, Israel. Tiberias averages only about 12 mm (0.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Galilee region, Israel?

Given the typically perfect weather conditions in Tiberias, May might be a good time to visit the Galilee region, Israel. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, March, April, November and December provide perfect weather in Tiberias. The weather in June, July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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