Israel Faces Extreme Heat Warnings as Temperatures Peak in Jordan Valley and Judean Desert

Israel is experiencing severe heat conditions with extreme heat warnings issued for several regions including the Jordan Valley and the Judean Desert. On Sunday, after morning clouds clear, the weather will be generally pleasant but temperatures will rise slightly, especially in the mountains and inland areas, intensifying the heat burden. The Meteorological Service has issued a red alert for heat stress in the Jordan Valley and an orange alert for the southern Judean Desert, Dead Sea, northern Arava, eastern Lower Galilee, Beit She'an Valley, Kinneret Valley, and northern Judean Desert.

The forecast for Monday and Tuesday predicts clear skies after morning cloud dispersal with temperatures returning to seasonal norms. Nighttime will be partly cloudy. Specific temperature ranges for Sunday include Jerusalem at 16-30°C, Tel Aviv 24-30°C, Beersheba 20-34°C, Haifa 22-29°C, Tiberias 22-34°C, Safed 17-31°C, and Eilat reaching up to 40°C.

Residents are cautioned to be vigilant against dehydration and heat-related risks during this period of intense heat. The heatwave is expected to ease starting Monday, allowing for more comfortable conditions later in the week.