Intense Heatwave to Persist Across Israel and Mediterranean Into Next Week

Israel is currently experiencing a significant heatwave that is expected to intensify over the weekend and into the first half of next week. Temperatures will rise to unusually high levels, reaching up to 44 degrees Celsius in eastern valleys and exceeding 35 degrees even in mountainous areas. Coastal plains will experience somewhat milder conditions, but many regions will face heavy heat burdens. The Israel Meteorological Service warns that the heatwave shows no signs of ending soon and will continue with varying intensity in the coming period.

This heatwave is affecting the entire Mediterranean region and southern Europe, where high temperatures will persist in the coming days. However, western and central Europe are expected to see relief next week with cooler temperatures and rainfall. In Israel, temperatures in the lowlands are forecasted to reach between 35 and 37 degrees Celsius early next week, while the eastern valleys will endure extreme heat of 42 to 44 degrees. Even the mountains will experience temperatures above 35 degrees.

A slight easing of the heat is anticipated in the second half of next week, but temperatures will remain above average. Authorities have issued a warning that the Mediterranean Sea is dangerous for swimming in the next 24 hours due to the heatwave conditions. Specific temperature forecasts for tonight and tomorrow include Jerusalem at 18-31 degrees, Tel Aviv 24-30, Haifa 22-29, Safed 19-31, Katzrin 20-35, Tiberias 22-35, Nazareth 22-35, Afula 22-34, Beit She'an 25-38, Lod 24-32, Ashdod 23-31, Ein Gedi 27-38, Beersheba 21-34, Mitzpe Ramon 22-33, and Eilat 29-41 degrees Celsius.