Israel Awaits Rain as Neighbors Experience Supercharged El Niño
Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
Israel is experiencing a dry spell despite a "Super El Niño" phenomenon affecting neighboring countries like Greece and Turkey. The Director of the Meteorological Service, Dr. Amir Givati, expects significant rain events in November but forecasts a dry period until after the upcoming elections. While some northern areas received minor rainfall recently, the immediate outlook is for pleasant weather. Givati believes the expected heavy rains will eventually reach Israel, though the timing remains uncertain.
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- Israel anticipates significant rainfall events in November, but the immediate forecast is dry.
- Director of the Meteorological Service Dr. Amir Givati predicts no rain until after the upcoming elections.
- Neighboring countries like Greece, Cyprus, and Turkey are experiencing heavy rainfall due to the "Super El Niño".
- Recent rainfall in Israel has been limited, mainly affecting the northern coastal areas.
- A power outage in Hadera occurred due to a transformer fire, with restoration expected by 6 PM.
Despite expectations of a harsh winter fueled by a "Super El Niño" phenomenon, Israel has yet to see significant rainfall, unlike its neighbors Greece, Cyprus, and Turkey. Dr. Amir Givati, Director of the Meteorological Service, stated on Sunday that the forecast for rain has not changed but is merely delayed, with expectations of "even extreme rain events" in November. However, he cautioned that the immediate outlook is dry, predicting no rain until after the upcoming elections.
Recent rainfall has been concentrated in the Western Galilee and northern coast, with amounts like 10mm in Kfar Hasidim, 7mm in Tel Aviv, and 3mm in Safed and Acre. This limited rain has been accompanied by a power outage in the Hadera area due to a transformer fire, with electricity restoration expected by 6 PM. Givati noted that while the Galilee received significant rain over the weekend, the rest of the week is expected to be pleasant with temperatures around 25°C in the center.
The director explained that the heavy rainfall associated with the El Niño event is primarily affecting surrounding countries, citing devastating floods in Istanbul and significant rain in Greece. He reiterated that Israel has not yet experienced a truly rainy season, with most precipitation occurring elsewhere. While October has been less rainy than anticipated, Givati remains optimistic that the colder air associated with the Super El Niño will eventually reach Israel, possibly by mid-to-late October or early November.
Looking ahead to the elections next Tuesday, Givati cautiously predicted mild weather that would not deter voters. He emphasized that while the initial forecast indicates a rain-free election day, this prediction is subject to change given the nine-day outlook. The National Academy of Sciences' Climate Committee has also noted that El Niño may increase the risk of intense rainfall and flooding in Israel, though it does not guarantee a wet winter.
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