Haifa, Israel experiences average highs of 24°C (75°F) and lows of 18°C (64°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 5 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have warmed by 0.6°C (1.1°F) across the available records.
Haifa, Israel Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Haifa, Israel. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Apr–Oct 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
8.1/10
Best: April, May, June, October
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 24°C / 18°C
Feels Like 25°C / 18°C
Rainy Days 5
Rainfall 44 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 71%
Wind Speed 20 km/h
Dew Point 16°C
Hottest Month
31°C
August
Avg Low24°C
Rain0days
Coldest Month
12°C
February
Avg High17°C
Rain9days
Driest Month
0days
July
Avg High30°C
Avg Low23°C
Windiest Month
21 km/h
January (Gusts 36)
Sea Temperature
18°C – 30°C
Warmest water: August (
30.1°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, July, August, December due to less favorable weather conditions.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:33
Daylight 14.3h
Sunset 19:51
Live conditions—
Haifa on the map · live conditions
Haifa, Israel
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Israel
- City
- Haifa
- Population
- 285.3K
- Coordinates
- 32.81°, 35.00°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 22°C
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 4 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 0 days/mo
1/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 4 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 18°C
Avg Low 12°C
Rain 11 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 17°C / 12°C . Feb: 17°C / 12°C . Mar: 19°C / 13°C . Apr: 22°C / 15°C . May: 25°C / 18°C . Jun: 28°C / 21°C . Jul: 30°C / 23°C . Aug: 31°C / 24°C . Sep: 30°C / 24°C . Oct: 28°C / 22°C . Nov: 24°C / 18°C . Dec: 19°C / 14°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 140 mm. Feb: 92 mm. Mar: 51 mm. Apr: 25 mm. May: 8 mm. Jun: 2 mm. Jul: 0 mm. Aug: 1 mm. Sep: 2 mm. Oct: 12 mm. Nov: 54 mm. Dec: 139 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 71%. Feb: 72%. Mar: 71%. Apr: 73%. May: 71%. Jun: 75%. Jul: 75%. Aug: 74%. Sep: 70%. Oct: 68%. Nov: 66%. Dec: 70%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 21 km/h . Feb: 20 km/h . Mar: 21 km/h . Apr: 21 km/h . May: 21 km/h . Jun: 20 km/h . Jul: 20 km/h . Aug: 20 km/h . Sep: 20 km/h . Oct: 20 km/h . Nov: 19 km/h . Dec: 20 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 12h. May: 13h. Jun: 13h. Jul: 13h. Aug: 12h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 8h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 20°C . Feb: 18°C . Mar: 18°C . Apr: 20°C . May: 23°C . Jun: 26°C . Jul: 29°C . Aug: 30°C . Sep: 29°C . Oct: 27°C . Nov: 24°C . Dec: 22°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 4. Feb: UV 5. Mar: UV 6. Apr: UV 7. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 6. Nov: UV 4. Dec: UV 4.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have warmed by 0.6°C (1.1°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 22 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Aug 2025 · 31°C | Aug · 31°C |
| Coldest month | Feb 2025 · 11°C | Feb · 12°C |
| Wettest month | Dec 2025 · 130 mm | Jan · 140 mm |
| Windiest month | Apr 2025 · 22 km/h | Jan · 21 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February
Good March
Good April best
Excellent May best
Excellent June best
Excellent July
Good August
Good September
Good October best
Excellent November
Excellent December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C / 12°C | 15°C / 9°C | 13days (140 mm) Wet | 8.6h Good | 71% Muggy | 3.8 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| February | 17°C / 12°C | 16°C / 9°C | 9days (92 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 72% Muggy | 4.8 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| March | 19°C / 13°C | 18°C / 11°C | 8days (51 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 6.3 High | Good | View Details |
| April best | 22°C / 15°C | 23°C / 15°C | 3days (25 mm) Excellent | 11.6h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 7.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| May best | 25°C / 18°C | 27°C / 19°C | 2days (8 mm) Excellent | 12.6h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 28°C / 21°C | 31°C / 23°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 13h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 8.3 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July | 30°C / 23°C | 34°C / 27°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 12.8h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| August | 31°C / 24°C | 35°C / 28°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 12.2h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| September | 30°C / 24°C | 33°C / 27°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 11.2h Excellent | 70% Muggy | 7.2 Very High | Good | View Details |
| October best | 28°C / 22°C | 29°C / 23°C | 3days (12 mm) Excellent | 10.3h Excellent | 68% Muggy | 5.7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 24°C / 18°C | 23°C / 17°C | 7days (54 mm) Good | 8.9h Good | 66% Muggy | 4.3 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| December | 19°C / 14°C | 17°C / 12°C | 11days (139 mm) Wet | 8.2h Good | 70% Muggy | 3.5 Moderate | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Haifa are April, May, June, October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Haifa, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Haifa is August, with average daytime highs of 31°C (87°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Haifa is February, with average overnight lows of 12°C (53°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Haifa is January, averaging 140mm of precipitation across 13 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Haifa runs through January, December, with the heaviest rainfall in January. Based on 10-year averages for Haifa.
Haifa receives approximately 129 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 13 hours. Based on climate data for Haifa.
The least favorable months to visit Haifa are January, July, August, December, primarily due to less favorable weather conditions. For the best conditions, consider April, May, June, October instead.
The annual average UV index in Haifa is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Haifa is 71%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in May, June, July, August, September, October, November average 27°C (81°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Haifa are 20 km/h (12 mph). The windiest month is January with peak winds reaching 21 km/h (13 mph) (gusts up to 36 km/h / 23 mph).
Haifa averages 12 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 31%. The clearest skies occur in June.
The annual average dew point in Haifa is 16°C (61°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Haifa has a Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate, classified as Csa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Haifa ranges from 18°C (64°F) to 25°C (77°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Haifa. It earns a climate score of 9.5/10 with Excellent.
For June in Haifa, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. With average highs of 28°C (82°F) and 1 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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