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Israel Braces for Heatwave With Temperatures Soaring Above Norm
Israel is facing a severe heatwave with temperatures significantly above average, posing risks of dehydration and heatstroke. Warnings are in effect for several regions, with extr…
Temperatures Drop as Rain Returns to Northern and Central Israel
Israel will experience a cooling trend starting Friday, with temperatures returning to seasonal averages and a chance of light rain in the north and center by Saturday.
Israel Braces for Rising Temperatures and Heat Stress
Israel is facing a heatwave with rising temperatures and increased humidity expected to peak on Monday and Tuesday. The public is advised to take precautions against the heat, wit…
Israel Braces for Heatwave with Temperatures Nearing 40 Degrees Celsius
Israel is expecting a heatwave starting Sunday, with temperatures rising to nearly 40°C in some areas. Friday and Saturday will be pleasant, with a slight cooling trend before the…
Israel Weather: Heat to Ease in Most Areas, Dangerously Hot in South
Most of Israel will see temperatures cool on Friday, September 11, but extreme heat warnings are in effect for the Dead Sea and Arava regions. Temperatures are expected to rise ag…
Cool Weather Ahead of Rosh Hashanah, Temperatures to Normalize
Israel's weather forecast for the upcoming Rosh Hashanah holiday predicts clear to partly cloudy skies with temperatures returning to seasonal norms after a slight drop. Highs on…
Israel Weather Forecast: Slight Heat Drop, Mostly Clear Skies
Israel's weather forecast for September 9 indicates a slight drop in temperatures, remaining above average, with mostly clear skies and some fog. Conditions are expected to remain…
Israel Braces for Record Rainfall and Flooding This Autumn
Israel's Meteorological Service forecasts a record-breaking rainy autumn and winter with potential for severe flooding, prompting early preparedness meetings with government and e…
Israel Braces for Heatwave With High Temperatures and Humidity
Israel is experiencing a heatwave with high temperatures and humidity, expected to last through Friday. The Meteorological Service has issued warnings about sun exposure and fire…
Israel Braces for Unusually Heavy Rains, Double Average
Israel's Meteorological Service predicts an unusually wet rainy season, with October expected to receive double the average rainfall, raising concerns about potential flooding and…
Israel Weather Forecast: Hot Temperatures Expected Through Next Week
Israel's Meteorological Service predicts hot weather with temperatures slightly above average for September 7, with a further increase expected on Tuesday. Conditions are expected…
Israel Weather Forecast: Slight Heat Drop, Scattered Showers Expected
Israel's weather forecast for Sunday, September 6, predicts a slight drop in heat with temperatures near seasonal averages. Variable clouds and light morning rain are possible in…
Israel Weather Forecast: Hot and Clear Conditions Expected Through Next Week
Israel's Meteorological Service predicts hot and clear weather nationwide for Saturday, September 5th, with temperatures reaching up to 40 degrees Celsius in some areas. Condition…
Heat Eases in Israel But High Humidity Persists in Coastal Areas
Israel is experiencing a moderate easing of heat, though high humidity will persist in coastal areas. Significant heat stress is still expected in inland valleys, while mountainou…
Israel Weather Forecast: Slight Heat Drop, Mostly Clear Skies Expected
Israel's Meteorological Service predicts a slight cooling trend with mostly clear skies for Friday, September 4th. Temperatures will be near seasonal averages, with a slight incre…
Extreme Heatwave Forecast Prompts High Alert Across Israel
Israel's Meteorological Service has issued red, orange, and yellow alerts for extreme heat expected across the country on Thursday, with specific regions facing the highest risk l…
Temperatures Dip Below 20 Degrees in Two Israeli Cities
Nighttime temperatures in Israel have fallen below 20 degrees Celsius in two cities. The Meteorological Service predicts a slight cooling trend with temperatures returning to seas…
Israel Weather Forecast: Temperature Rise Expected Mid-Week
Israel's weather forecast for Wednesday, September 2, predicts a slight rise in temperatures above seasonal averages, accompanied by variable cloudiness. Temperatures will vary ac…
Unprecedented August Rains Hit Central Israel for First Time in 50 Years
Unusual heavy rainfall, unprecedented for August in 50 years, has fallen across central Israel, with Tel Aviv recording nearly 8 mm in a single day.
Israel's Weather Warms Up After Disappointing Weekend Rains
Israel's weather is shifting back to summer conditions after a weekend of disappointing rainfall. Temperatures are rising across the country, with heatwaves expected in several ar…
Israel's Forecasted Rains Dissipate, Leaving Only Trace Amounts
A predicted significant rainfall event for Israel largely missed the country due to a slight shift in the weather system, which instead brought heavy rain to Syria and Lebanon. Wh…
Israel Braces for Unseasonal Rain and Flooding After Cyprus Storm
Israel is experiencing unseasonal heavy winds and rain, with authorities warning of potential urban flooding and flash floods, particularly in the north. Several outdoor events ha…
Summer Storms Cause Flooding in Lebanon, Damage in Syria and Cyprus
Summer storms caused severe flooding and dramatic rescues in Lebanon, along with damage in Syria and Cyprus. Israel experienced only minimal rainfall, with forecasts indicating a…
Unseasonal Winter Storm Brings Heavy Rain and Flood Risks to Northern and Central Israel
A rare winter storm will bring heavy rains, strong winds, and flood risks to northern and central Israel starting late Saturday night, with the worst conditions expected in the Ga…
Historic August Rainstorm Hits Israel, Breaking 55-Year Record Possible
Yellow Alert Issued for Thunderstorms in Northern Israel Mountains and Valleys
The Israeli Meteorological Service warns of thunderstorms and lightning in northern Israel's mountains and valleys until 4 PM, with storms moving east-northeast at 45 km/h.
Israeli Meteorological Service Issues Yellow Alert for High Fire Risk Across Multiple Regions
The Israeli Meteorological Service issued a yellow alert for high fire risk from 2 PM to 6 PM in multiple regions including Beit She'an Valley and the Jordan Valley.
Heavy Local Rainfall Expected Overnight in Israel with Flooding Risks
Israel's Meteorological Service forecasts heavy local rain and possible thunderstorms overnight Saturday into Sunday, with flood risks along the northern and central coastal plain…
Meteorological Service Predicts Weaker Rainfall From Saturday to Sunday
The Meteorological Service forecasts weaker and more limited rain from Saturday to Sunday, with lower rainfall amounts than earlier expected in northern and central coastal areas.
Israel Faces Rare August Storms and Heavy Rain After Intense Heatwave
Following a severe heatwave, Israel is bracing for rare August storms with heavy rain, thunderstorms, and flood risks starting Saturday night, especially in northern and central r…
Israel Faces Extreme Heat Before Unprecedented August Rainstorm Hits Weekend
Israel faces extreme heat on Thursday before a rare and potentially record-breaking rainstorm begins late Saturday night, spreading from northern Israel to the center and northern…
Heatwave Continues in Israel with Rising Temperatures and High Heat Stress
Israel faces a persistent heatwave with temperatures rising above normal levels and increasing heat stress, continuing through Thursday with clear skies and warnings for public ca…
Israel Faces Continued Heatwave with Slight Cooling by Weekend
Israel will continue to experience hot and summery weather through Friday, with temperatures slightly above average inland and mild along the coast, before a partial cooling and c…
Israeli Authorities Issue Urgent Swimming Warnings for Last Week of August
Israeli authorities have issued renewed swimming safety warnings for the last week of August, urging beachgoers to follow strict rules to avoid accidents before schools reopen on…
Israel Faces Extreme Heatwaves Across Most Regions Before Cooling Next Week
Israel is experiencing heavy to extreme heat stress across most regions this weekend, with temperatures peaking before easing early next week.
Unprecedented August Rainstorm Breaks Over 100-Year Records in Israel
In August 2026, Israel experienced a historic summer rainstorm with record-breaking rainfall in Jerusalem and surrounding areas, causing rare floods and flash floods. The event, d…
Israel Experiences Rising Temperatures with Extreme Heat in Eilat Reaching 40°C
Israel will see a rise in temperatures on Wednesday, with inland areas becoming hot and Eilat experiencing extreme heat up to 40°C. Coastal regions will have milder temperatures b…
Israel Faces Rising Heat with Extreme Warnings in Jordan Valley and Dead Sea Areas
Israel is experiencing a brief cooling on Tuesday before a heatwave intensifies later in the week, with extreme heat warnings issued for the Jordan Valley and Dead Sea areas.
Extreme August Rainfall Hits Eastern Israel, Prompting Flood Warnings
Eastern Israel experienced rare, intense August rainfall causing flash floods and unusual stream flows, with authorities warning hikers and a detailed report forthcoming.
Heavy Rainfall Hits Bik'at Area with Flood Risks Reported
Heavy rain in the Bik'at area has reached 11 millimeters, prompting flood warnings from Meteorological Service Director Dr. Amir Givati.
Israel Issues Flash Flood Warning After Record August Rainfall in Jerusalem Area
Israel's Meteorological Service issued a flash flood warning for parts of the Judean Desert and Dead Sea after record August rainfall in Jerusalem. Police and nature authorities u…
Heavy August Rains Cause Rare Flooding in Jerusalem and West Bank, Authorities Warn of Continued Storms
Heavy rains and flash floods hit Jerusalem and the West Bank, breaking rainfall records in Maale Adumim and causing significant flooding. Firefighters rescued residents from flood…
Historic August Rainfall Hits Jerusalem and Judean Desert, Unseen for 150 Years
Jerusalem and the Judean Desert experienced a historic mid-August rainstorm with record rainfall not seen in 150 years, causing floods and rescues. The Meteorological Service note…
Flood Warnings Issued for Dead Sea and Judean Desert Streams, Access Banned
Flood warnings for the Dead Sea and Judean Desert streams have prompted a ban on entering streambeds and approaching banks due to life-threatening risks.
Heavy Rain Begins Falling in Jerusalem and Hula Valley
Heavy rain began in Jerusalem and the Hula Valley, confirmed by the Meteorological Service head Dr. Amir Givati.
Slight Temperature Drop in Israel, But Heat Remains Above Seasonal Norms
Israel experiences a slight temperature drop on Friday, mainly inland and in the mountains, but heat remains above normal. Coastal areas stay hot with rough seas, and temperatures…
Israel Faces Rare August Heavy Rains Amid Super El Niño Weather Pattern
Israel is expected to experience rare heavy rains this weekend, especially in eastern regions, due to the emerging Super El Niño phenomenon. Authorities warn of flash floods and a…
Israeli Meteorological Service Issues Flash Flood Warning for Dead Sea and Judean Desert Hikers
The Israeli Meteorological Service warns of dangerous flash floods on August 15 in the Dead Sea, Judean Desert, and northern Arava hiking areas, urging a strict ban on entering st…