Temperatures Rise Slightly, Remain Below Seasonal Norms

Weather forecasts indicate a slight increase in temperatures across Israel starting Wednesday, though they will remain somewhat below the usual for this time of year, particularly in mountainous and inland areas. On Thursday, skies will be clear to partly cloudy with a further temperature rise, bringing them slightly above seasonal averages, especially in the mountains and interior. Strong northerly winds are expected along the coastal plain from the afternoon. Friday will see partly cloudy skies with no significant temperature changes, though strong northerly winds will persist along the coast from the afternoon. Saturday is forecast to be partly cloudy to cloudy, with temperatures remaining stable. Local rainfall is possible in the southern Negev from the afternoon. Highs and lows for various cities include Qatzrin 28-16, Tiberias 29-19, Haifa 26-20, Tel Aviv 27-20, Jerusalem 25-15, Ashdod 28-19, Be'er Sheva 28-17, and Eilat 32-23.