Extreme Heatwave Expected in Israel Starting Sunday with High Humidity on Coastal Plain
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Starting July 15, Israel will see gradually rising temperatures, culminating in a severe heatwave on July 19 with hot, dry inland conditions and humid coastal weather.
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- Gradual temperature rise begins Wednesday, July 15, 2026, with mild coastal weather.
- Thursday to Saturday will have stable, slightly warmer conditions inland and in mountains.
- Sunday, July 19, will bring a significant heatwave with heavy heat stress.
- Inland and mountainous areas will be hot and dry during the heatwave.
- Coastal plain will experience hot and oppressive humidity starting Sunday.
Israel will experience a gradual rise in temperatures starting Wednesday, July 15, 2026, following a period of relatively mild weather. Wednesday will be partly cloudy to clear, with a slight temperature increase making it warmer than usual for the season, especially in the mountainous and inland areas, while the coastal plain remains mild.
From Thursday, July 16, through Saturday, July 18, the weather is expected to remain stable with partly cloudy to clear skies. Temperatures will continue to be slightly above average in the mountains and inland regions, with the coastal strip staying mild.
A significant change is forecast for Sunday, July 19, when temperatures will rise further, leading to a heavy heatwave. The mountainous and inland areas will experience hot and dry conditions, while the coastal plain will face hot and oppressive humidity. This marks the onset of extreme heat stress across much of the country.
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