Israel Braces for Heatwave With Slight Temperature Rise, Relief Expected by Weekend

By עידן קוולר

Translated & summarized from Walla by baba

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Israel will see a slight temperature increase and heightened heat stress on Wednesday, with relief expected by the weekend as temperatures begin to drop.

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Israel faces a slight temperature rise and increased heat stress on Wednesday.
Inland and mountainous areas will experience the most significant heat.
Coastal plains and northern Negev will have moderate to heavy heat stress.
The Jordan Valley, Dead Sea, and Arava will endure heavy to extreme heat stress.
Temperatures are expected to moderate gradually, with relief by the weekend.

Israel is set to experience a slight increase in temperatures on Wednesday, with clearer skies expected after early morning clouds. The heat will be particularly noticeable in mountainous regions and inland areas, where temperatures will remain above the seasonal average. This rise in temperature will be accompanied by an intensification of heat stress across the country. Coastal plains, the lowlands, and the northern Negev will experience moderate to heavy heat stress with high humidity. The Jordan Valley, Dead Sea region, and the Arava desert will face heavy to extreme heat stress conditions. Overnight, the weather will be clear to partly cloudy, offering relative comfort in the mountains and increased humidity along the coast.

However, a gradual moderation of the heat is anticipated in the coming days. By the weekend, a slight drop in temperatures is forecast, offering welcome relief. The article also provides specific temperature ranges for major cities: Jerusalem (19-31°C), Tel Aviv-Yafo (25-32°C), Haifa (23-32°C), Kiryat Shmona (22-36°C), Tzfat (20-32°C), Tiberias (23-37°C), Ashdod (23-32°C), Be'er Sheva (21-34°C), Mitzpe Ramon (21-33°C), and Eilat (27-40°C).

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