South District Israel Weather in May

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

Thinking about venturing to South District Israel, Israel this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in South District Israel in May

South District Israel, Israel is a region in Israel. May in South District 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 Ashdod at 26°C (79°F) to very warm in H̱aẕeva at 34°C (93°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in H̱aẕeva and 19°C (66°F) in Ashdod. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

For a closer look at conditions across South District Israel, 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 Ashkelon with 7.3 mm (0.3 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Eilat sees around 319 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in South District Israel in May

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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 South District Israel

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

Temperature range in South District Israel (May)

Precipitation variation in South District Israel (May)

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.

May
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

Arad

In May Arad 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.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°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
267 hours
332 hours
381 hours
Monthly rainfall
9.1 mm (0.4 in)
4.2 mm (0.2 in)
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions

Mitzpe Ramon

In May Mitzpe Ramon generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
4.8 mm (0.2 in)
3.2 mm (0.1 in)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions

Ashkelon

In May Ashkelon 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.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
329 hours
357 hours
Monthly rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
7.3 mm (0.3 in)
2.9 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions

Ashdod

In May Ashdod generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
329 hours
357 hours
Monthly rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
7.2 mm (0.3 in)
3.1 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Eilat 33°C (91°F) 19°C (66°F) 0.8 mm (0.03 in)
Arad 33°C (91°F) 19°C (66°F) 4.2 mm (0.2 in)
Mitzpe Ramon 31°C (88°F) 17°C (63°F) 3.2 mm (0.1 in)
Ashkelon 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 7.3 mm (0.3 in)
Ashdod 26°C (79°F) 19°C (66°F) 7.2 mm (0.3 in)
Ein Bokek 33°C (91°F) 20°C (68°F) 2.8 mm (0.1 in)

South District Israel weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in South District Israel, Israel in May?

In May, South District Israel, Israel generally has tolerable weather conditions. Eilat sees daytime temperatures near 33°C (91°F), with nights cooling to roughly 19°C (66°F).

What is the average temperature in South District Israel, Israel in May?

Eilat averages a daytime maximum of 33°C (91°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 19°C (66°F).

Does South District Israel, Israel get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Eilat averages just 0.8 mm (0.03 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for South District Israel, Israel.

Is May a Good Time to Visit South District Israel, Israel?

Given the typically perfect weather conditions in Eilat, May might be a good time to visit South District Israel, Israel.

On average, the best time to visit South District Israel, Israel is in January, February, March, April, November and December with generally perfect weather in Eilat. On the other hand, the weather in June, July, August and September tend to be poor.

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