What is Israels climate like?

Answer 1

Simple Answer

Israel has a warm climate. Closer to the Mediterranean Sea, in places like Tel Aviv and Netanya, the climate is more humid, whereas in the interior of the country and Negev Deserts, it is more arid.

More Detailed Answer

The State of Israel is located between 29 degree and 33 degree north of the equator. It is considered as a sub-tropical region situated between the temperate zone and the tropical zone. Compared to its size, Israel has a wide range of climate and weather ranging from temperate to tropical. Huge difference exists in Israel's climate. The northern and the southern part of Israel have varied differences in climate.

The northern part of the country experiences a typical Mediterranean climate, with long, hot, dry summers and mild rainy winters. Summer season ranges from mid-April to October. In the coastal areas the temperature rises to over 30 °C making the weather severely humid. The sea breezes in the evening tend to moderate the climate. In the Negev, the summer temperatures soar above 34 °C in Beersheva and 40 °C in Eilat. Israel also experience The Sharav or Khamsin, the scorchingly hot, dry desert wind which blows from the Arabian Desert from May to mid-June and from September to October. The wind last for two to five days at a time.

The rainy season extends from October to early May. Rainfall peaks in December till February receiving about three-quarters of the annual rainfall. Rainfall varies considerably from the Northern regions to the Southern regions. Highest rainfall is observed in the North and Central parts and decreases in the southern part of the country. Galilee, the wettest region, receives over 1,000 mm (40 inches) of rain annually. Rainfall is scarce in Southern Israel with The Negev Desert receiving negligible rainfall of about 200mm a year to as little as 50mm in Eilat. Periodic occurrences of thunderstorms result in flash floods in the area.

Winter season lasts from November to February. It is during the winter that the country receives its heaviest rainfall. Hence, winters are generally mild and wet with periodic sunshine. Snow and frost is rarely observed, except in the hill regions. Heavy snowfall can be seen only in the northernmost part of Golan Heights. The Mount Hermon summit, which is 2,224 m above sea level, remains generally snow covered from December to March.

The climate of Israel is suitable to enjoy wide range of activities. A beach holiday can be enjoyed in the city of Eilat located in the southernmost part of the country and at the northern tip of Red Sea. You can enjoy Scuba diving in the beautiful waters of Red Sea. As Golan Heights receives heavy snowfall, you can also enjoy skiing there. As Israel's climate is moderate, tourists planning to visit Israel can travel there round the year, though the most comfortable months are March and April.

Answer 2

This is the climatr and the seasons

Israel is located, between 29°-33° north of the equator, which is characterized as a subtropical region, between the temperate zone and the tropical zone. The northern and coastal regions of Israel show Mediterranean climate characterized by hot and dry summers and cool rainy winters. Whereas the southern and eastern areas of Israel are characterized by an arid climate.

The rainy season extends from October to early May, and rainfall peaks in December through February. Rainfall varies considerably by regions from the North to the South. Highest rainfall is observed in the North and center parts of the country and decreases in the southern part of Israel, from the Negev Desert to Eilat where rainfall is negligible.

Heavy snow falls only in the northernmost part of Golan Heights where the Mount Hermon summit (2,224 m above sea level) remains generally snow covered from December to March. In other parts of the country snow is observed rarely.

The city of Eilat, located at the southernmost point of Israel and at the northern tip of Red Sea, has a good climate for beach holidays all year round.

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Answer 3

Israel has several climate zones. These include desert, semi-arid, as well as Mediterranean. The temperature in most of Israel is fairly warm year-round.