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World·9m ago

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Health·24m ago

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World·26m ago

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Security·31m ago

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Sports·31m ago

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Culture·40m ago

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World·1h ago

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World·1h ago

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Weather15:37 · 1h ago

Weekend Weather to Stay Mild Before a Slight Warm-Up

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Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
The story · English

Israel is set to enjoy relatively comfortable weather in the coming days, with no extreme changes or unusual heat waves expected. The forecast calls for stable conditions through the weekend and into the start of next week.

On Friday, the weather is expected to be partly cloudy to fair, with pleasant temperatures. Heat stress across the country should remain moderate for the season, making conditions suitable for trips and outdoor activities ahead of Shabbat.

On Saturday, a slight warming trend is forecast. Skies should remain fair, with a small rise in temperatures, felt mainly in inland areas and in the mountains.

From Sunday through Tuesday, the weather is expected to be completely stable. Skies will be partly cloudy to clear, and temperatures should remain normal for the season without any notable day-to-day change.

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