The weather in May in Israel
It's warm in May in Israel with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 22°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Israel. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Israel. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 43°C in 2020, Israel reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 21°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 4 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in May for Israel
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Israel. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Israel | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 28°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 17°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 4 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Israel with hot temps, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights around 18°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 29°C, with nights around 19°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Israel is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Check out the climate of Israel for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Israel is based on weather data from Tel Aviv. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Israel to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Israel. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Israel
Temperature in May in Israel over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Israel. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Israel
Total precipitation in May in Israel over the years
Daily UV index in May in Israel
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Israel, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Israel by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Israel. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.