Rain and Thunderstorms Expected in Central Israel Through Monday

Scattered rain showers accompanied by isolated thunderstorms are forecast for northern and central Israel overnight Saturday and into Sunday. Localized rain is also expected in the northern Negev. There is a continued concern for local flooding in coastal cities and flash floods in the Judean Desert and Dead Sea wadis. On Sunday, local rain will persist in the north and center, with a chance of isolated thunderstorms in the morning. Light flooding is possible along the coast during the morning hours. The rain is expected to gradually weaken and diminish by the afternoon. Temperatures will remain below the seasonal average.

Looking ahead, Monday will be partly cloudy with temperatures still below average. Strong northerly winds are expected along the coast in the afternoon. Tuesday is forecast to be clear to partly cloudy with high-altitude clouds. Temperatures will rise but remain slightly below average, with strong northerly winds along the coast in the afternoon. Wednesday will be partly to fully cloudy, with temperatures still a bit below the seasonal average.