Israel Faces Intense Heatwaves With Extreme Temperatures Across Most Regions

Following the dispersal of morning clouds, Israel will experience generally clear and warm weather with a slight temperature increase, particularly in the mountainous and inland areas. These regions will see hotter and drier conditions than usual, while the coastal plains will remain mild. Heavy to extreme heat burdens are expected across most parts of the country.

The heatwave is forecast to continue through the coming days. On Tuesday, August 11, temperatures will remain above average and dry in the mountains and inland, with mild conditions along the coast, maintaining heavy to extreme heat levels nationwide. Wednesday, August 12, will be mostly clear with a slight temperature drop mainly in the mountains and inland, but conditions will still be hotter than normal and dry there, with mild coastal weather and persistent extreme heat burdens.

Thursday, August 13, will also be clear with a further slight temperature decrease in the mountains and inland, yet these areas will remain hotter than usual and dry, with mild coastal conditions. Extreme heat burdens will continue across most regions. Specific temperature ranges include Tel Aviv and Haifa at 26° to 31°C, Jerusalem 25° to 34°C, Ashdod 25° to 32°C, Beersheba 26° to 38°C, Ashkelon 27° to 31°C, Mitzpe Ramon 24° to 34°C, and Afula 25° to 38°C.