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Forecast Calls for Slight Warming, Extreme UV Index

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First reported by Now 14 · Jun 18, 2026

What happened

Israel is expected to see partly cloudy to clear weather today, with slight warming mainly inland and in the mountains. UV levels will be extreme, heat stress will be severe in the Dead Sea area, and temperatures will range from 15 degrees in Safed to 39 in Eilat.

  • 01Temperatures will rise slightly, especially in the mountains and inland.
  • 02The UV index may peak at 12, the maximum level.
  • 03Dead Sea area heat stress is expected to be extreme.
  • 04Mediterranean waves are forecast to reach up to one meter.

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Full coverage · 3 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

YnetCenter · HebrewJun 20, 2026
Forecast Calls for Slight Warming, Extreme UV Index
YnetCenter · HebrewJun 20, 2026
Slight Warming in the Hills, Extreme Sun Exposure Expected Today
WallaCenter · HebrewJun 20, 2026
Warm, Pleasant Saturday Expected, with Rough Seas on the Mediterranean
YnetCenter · HebrewJun 19, 2026
Weekend forecast calls for seasonable weather and slight warming
YnetCenter · HebrewJun 19, 2026
Temperatures to Stay Near Seasonal Norms Across Most of Israel
WallaCenter · HebrewJun 19, 2026
Weekend Heat Eases Slightly Before Temperatures Rise Again
Now 14Right · HebrewJun 18, 2026
Pleasant summer weather expected through the weekend, with only a slight warming inland

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