Heatwave Eases Slightly in Israel with Temperatures Still Above Seasonal Norms

On Thursday, Israel will experience a slight drop in temperatures, particularly in the mountainous regions and inland areas, providing some relief from the intense heat. Despite this decrease, temperatures will remain somewhat above the seasonal average. On Friday morning, partial cloud cover is expected, followed by clear skies later in the day. Temperatures will fall further, returning to normal seasonal levels across most parts of the country. However, the heatwave will intensify again on Saturday and Sunday, with increased heat stress expected in most regions.

Temperature forecasts for Thursday and overnight include Jerusalem ranging from 18 to 31 degrees Celsius, Tel Aviv 25 to 32, Haifa 24 to 31, Safed 20 to 31, Katzrin 22 to 36, Tiberias 23 to 36, Nazareth 23 to 34, Afula 24 to 35, Beit She'an 26 to 38, Lod 24 to 33, Ashdod 24 to 32, Ein Gedi 28 to 38, Beersheba 23 to 34, Mitzpe Ramon 21 to 33, and Eilat 30 to 41 degrees Celsius.