Local Rain and Thunderstorms Expected Today with Flood Risks in Southern Israel
Today will be partly cloudy to clear with temperatures remaining steady. From the afternoon, local rain showers and isolated thunderstorms are expected mainly in eastern Israel. There is a concern for flash floods in the Judean Desert, Dead Sea area, northern Arava, and northeastern Negev.
The forecast for the coming days includes a slight temperature drop on Monday, August 17, with temperatures below average in the mountains and inland areas, providing relief from the heat. Local rain is again possible in eastern regions from the afternoon. Tuesday, August 18, will be partly cloudy to clear with no significant temperature changes. Wednesday, August 19, will see clearing skies after morning clouds and a slight temperature rise in the mountains and inland.
Temperature ranges for major cities today are: Tel Aviv-Jaffa 26°-31°C, Haifa 26°-30°C, Jerusalem 19°-30°C, Ashdod 25°-30°C, Beersheba 23°-36°C, Ashkelon 26°-30°C, Mitzpe Ramon 19°-33°C, and Afula 24°-35°C.
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