North District Israel Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in North District Israel, Israel in January.

Planning a journey to North District Israel, Israel this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in North District Israel in January

North District Israel, Israel is a region in Israel. January in North District Israel generally has temperatures that range from cold to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Neve Ativ at 12°C (54°F) to pleasant in Yavneʼel at 18°C (64°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Yavneʼel and 2°C (36°F) in Neve Ativ. Even if January is considered the coolest month, there are areas in North District Israel, Israel that maintain moderate temperatures, making it a pleasant destination all year round.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of North District Israel, Israel, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Eli Ad with an average of 80 mm (3.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Liman with 166 mm (6.5 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Haifa.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Haifa typically sees 174 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in North District Israel in January

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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 North District Israel

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in North District Israel, Israel?

Temperature range in North District Israel (January)

Precipitation variation in North District Israel (January)

Haifa

In January Haifa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
174 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Tiberias

In January Tiberias generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
174 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Safed (Tzfat)

In January Safed (Tzfat) generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
174 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Rosh Pinna

In January Rosh Pinna generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
174 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
127 mm (5 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Had Nes

In January Had Nes generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
174 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Israel January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Israel in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Israel dropped to -8°C (18°F) in Ani'am on January 10, 2015.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in North District Israel in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Haifa 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 143 mm (5.6 in)
Safed (Tzfat) 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Tiberias 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Rosh Pinna 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Had Nes 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Amirim 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 126 mm (5 in)

North District Israel weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in North District Israel, Israel in January?

January in North District Israel, Israel brings unpleasant weather. In Haifa, daytime temperatures are typically around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows hover near 11°C (52°F).

What is the average temperature in North District Israel, Israel in January?

In Haifa, the average daytime high in January is 17°C (63°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 11°C (52°F).

Does North District Israel, Israel get a lot of rain in January?

Haifa typically receives notable rainfall in January, about 143 mm (5.6 in) on average across North District Israel, Israel.

Is January a Good Time to Visit North District Israel, Israel?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit North District Israel, Israel due to the typically unpleasant weather in Haifa.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in March, April, May, June, October and November offering mostly perfect weather in Haifa. On the other hand, the month of January tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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