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Israel weather in May 2026

Middle East

Israel weather in May 2026

 

Day

27 °C

 

Night

16 °C

 

Sea

21 °C

 

Precipitation

4 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

1 days

in month

 

Daylight

14 hours

average

 

Sunshine

11 hours

average

 

Humidity

63 %

 

Day

27 °C

 

Night

16 °C

 

Sea

21 °C

 

Precipitation

4 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

1 days

in month

 

Daylight

14 hours

average

 

Sunshine

11 hours

average

 

Humidity

63 %

Overview: Israel
In Israel in May, the average air temperature ranges from 27 °C (80 °F) during the day to 16 °C (60 °F) at night. There are 1 day of rain on average, where the rainfall is 4 mm (0.16 in).

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In Israel in May, the average air temperature ranges from 27 °C (80 °F) during the day to 16 °C (60 °F) at night. There are 1 day of rain on average, where the rainfall is 4 mm (0.16 in).

Are there good conditions to visit in May in Israel?

In Israel in May, there are ideal conditions for a vacation. The daily temperatures in this month reach pleasant 27 °C (80 °F). There are only 1 day of rain in the whole month, so you can leave your umbrella at home. A sea temperature of 21 °C (70 °F) can seem colder to some, but others will call it refreshing. The temperature of 16 °C (60 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.

What temperature can I expect during the day in May in Israel?

In Israel in May, the average daily temperatures will be 27 °C (80 °F). The ideal temperature for enjoying sunbathing by the water and a good temperature for other activities. For some people, it will be too hot in the direct sunlight and the stay may not be so pleasant. Don't forget to pack flip-flops, sunscreen, and a hand fan if necessary - it may come in handy.

What is the sea temperature in Israel in May?

The temperature of the sea in Israel in May is 21 °C (70 °F). The sea at this temperature is quite cold, but it is already possible to stay in it for a long time and it is pleasantly refreshing on hot, steamy days.

How many rainy days can I expect in May in Israel?

There are 1 day, which are rainy in Israel in May, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 0.2 days of the week, or in general - 3 % days.

What is the air temperature in Israel in May at night?

The average night temperature in Israel in May is 16 °C (60 °F). This temperature is pleasant for a wide range of evening, night, and morning activities from sports to sitting outside in restaurants or evening walks.

How many hours of sun to expect in Israel in May?

There is an average length of sunshine of 11 hours per day in Israel in May.

Is there a dry season in May in Israel?

Yes, there is a dry season in Israel in May with just 1 day during the month being rainy.

Is it hot in Israel in May?

In Israel in May, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.

How does the sea temperature evolve during the month in Israel in May?

The sea temperature during May in Israel has an increasing tendency from 20 °C (67 °F) at the beginning of the month to 23 °C (73 °F) at the end of the month.

How long is the day (from dawn till dusk) in Israel in May?

The length of daylight in Israel in May is 14 hours.

How windy is Israel in May?

An average wind scale that can be expected in Israel in May is 4.

How humid is Israel in May?

In May in Israel, expect humidity around 63 %.

Is Israel rainier in May than in June?

Yes, in May in Israel it rains more than in June.

What is the temperature trend in May in Israel?

Over the course of May in Israel, the temperatures are rising from 26 °C (78 °F) at the beginning of the month to 28 °C (83 °F) at the end of the month.

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