Israel Election Day Forecast: Rain and Flood Risk

Israel is set to experience variable weather conditions in the coming days, with a significant shift expected on election day, Tuesday, October 27th. Leading up to the vote for the 26th Knesset, Saturday, October 24th, will see partly cloudy skies and a temperature drop, particularly along the coastal plain, in the Shefela region, and the northern Negev. However, temperatures will largely remain above seasonal averages. A northerly wind will pick up along the coast in the afternoon, and dense fog may reduce visibility in the Negev at night. On Sunday, October 25th, temperatures will continue to fall, nearing seasonal norms across most areas, with a noticeable decrease in heat. Monday, October 26th, will bring a return to warmer weather, with temperatures exceeding seasonal averages, especially in mountainous and inland regions. On election day, Tuesday, October 27th, a substantial weather change is anticipated. Temperatures will drop, and localized rain is expected in most parts of Israel. By afternoon, precipitation will intensify, particularly in the south, accompanied by thunderstorms. There is a forecast for flash flood risks in riverbeds across the southern Negev, the Arava, and the Dead Sea region.