Israel
The best time to visit
When to go to Israel
Go in spring, March to May, or autumn, September to November, for warm, comfortable days across Jerusalem, Tel Aviv and the desert. Summer is hot and humid on the coast, and winter is mild but rainy.
A 0 to 100 comfort rating from daytime heat, overnight chill, rainfall and storm risk, for Tel Aviv. Higher is better. Some links on this page are affiliate links, at no cost to you.
The steadiest weather, peaking around Apr.
Either side of peak, with thinner crowds and better rates.
The quietest, cheapest stretch of the year.
In short
The year at a glance
Israel is small but climatically varied, and Tel Aviv, on the Mediterranean coast, anchors the ratings. Spring and autumn bring the gentlest weather, ideal for the beaches, the old cities and the long days of sightseeing.
Summer is hot and sticky on the coast and very hot down at the Dead Sea and Eilat, while winter is mild but the wettest time, with cool, rainy days in the north and Jerusalem. The desert south and the Red Sea stay warm and dry far later into the year.
Month by month
Israel month by month
Highs, lows, rainfall and the rating, for Tel Aviv.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rating | What it is like |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C / 64°F | 10°C / 50°F | 125 mm | Great 66 | Mild and wet. |
| February | 18°C / 64°F | 10°C / 50°F | 90 mm | Ideal 80 | Mild with a little rain. |
| March | 20°C / 68°F | 12°C / 54°F | 60 mm | Ideal 94 | Mild with a little rain. |
| April | 23°C / 73°F | 14°C / 57°F | 18 mm | Ideal 100 | Warm and dry. Tel Aviv hotels in April |
| May | 26°C / 79°F | 18°C / 64°F | 3 mm | Ideal 100 | Warm and dry. Tel Aviv hotels in May |
| June | 28°C / 82°F | 21°C / 70°F | 0 mm | Ideal 100 | Warm and dry. Tel Aviv hotels in June |
| July | 30°C / 86°F | 23°C / 73°F | 0 mm | Ideal 93 | Hot and dry. |
| August | 31°C / 88°F | 24°C / 75°F | 0 mm | Ideal 90 | Hot and dry. |
| September | 30°C / 86°F | 22°C / 72°F | 1 mm | Ideal 93 | Hot and dry. |
| October | 28°C / 82°F | 18°C / 64°F | 28 mm | Ideal 100 | Warm and dry. |
| November | 24°C / 75°F | 14°C / 57°F | 75 mm | Ideal 88 | Warm with a little rain. |
| December | 20°C / 68°F | 11°C / 52°F | 120 mm | Great 70 | Mild and wet. |
By region
Where you go changes when you go
Tel Aviv and the coast
Mediterranean climate, best in spring and autumn. Summer is hot and humid, winter mild and showery.
Jerusalem and the hills
Cooler and drier than the coast, lovely in spring and autumn, cold and wet in the depths of winter.
The Dead Sea, Negev and Eilat
Hot desert that stays warm and dry into winter, ideal for the Red Sea when the rest of the country cools.
Go for
Best time to visit Israel for
Jerusalem and the old cities
March to May and September to November for warm, comfortable days exploring on foot.
Tel Aviv beaches
Late spring and early autumn for warm sea and sunshine without the peak summer humidity.
The desert and Dead Sea
The shoulder months and winter, when the south is warm and dry while the coast cools.
Eilat and the Red Sea
Warm and sunny much of the year, a winter sun and diving escape.
On the calendar
What is on, and when
Spring blooms, March
Wildflowers carpet the Galilee and the northern hills.
Beach season, May and Sep
Warm Mediterranean seas on either side of the humid summer peak.
Where to stay
Where to stay in Israel
Compare hotels and rentals around Tel Aviv, then book the month you want.
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