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Ongoing Story· Day 18

Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southern Israel, Including Eilat

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DavarWeather

Rain and Thunderstorms Expected Across Israel, Flash Floods Possible

Translated & summarized from Davar by baba

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Hebrew · 3 newsrooms covering

Israel will experience rain and thunderstorms across most regions on Tuesday and Wednesday, with temperatures dropping to seasonal levels. Significant flash flood risks are present in southern and eastern areas, including the Negev, Arava, and Judean Desert. Temperatures will range from the high teens to high twenties Celsius across major cities.

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  • Rain and thunderstorms are expected across most of Israel on Tuesday and Wednesday.
  • Flash floods are a significant concern in southern and eastern desert areas.
  • Temperatures will drop to seasonal averages across the country.
  • Hail and strong winds are possible with the afternoon thunderstorms.
  • The weather system is expected to continue into Wednesday.
Rain and Thunderstorms Expected Across Israel, Flash Floods Possible
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Israel is set to experience a significant weather shift on Tuesday, with partly cloudy to cloudy skies and a drop in temperatures to seasonal averages. Localized rain is anticipated across most of the country, accompanied by the possibility of thunderstorms. By the afternoon, these rains are expected to intensify, bringing strong winds and hail. A significant risk of flash floods has been identified in the streams of the southern and central Negev, the Arava region, the Judean Desert, and the Dead Sea area.

The weather will remain unsettled overnight, with partly cloudy to cloudy conditions and lingering chances of isolated rain showers and thunderstorms, particularly in the eastern parts of the country. Wednesday is forecast to be partly cloudy with continued local rainfall and thunderstorms across much of Israel. The threat of flash floods in the southern and eastern regions is expected to persist.

Today's forecasted high temperatures range from 17-23°C in Jerusalem, 21-26°C in Tel Aviv, 21-24°C in Haifa, and 20-27°C in Beersheba. In the Jordan Valley, Tiberias will see highs of 21-27°C, while Eilat can expect 23-29°C.

DavarLeft · Tel Aviv

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