Rafaḩ, Palestine experiences average highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 17°C (63°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 3 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Rafaḩ, Palestine Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Rafaḩ, Palestine. 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
8.4/10
Best: April, May, June, October, November
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 26°C / 17°C
Feels Like 26°C / 17°C
Rainy Days 3
Rainfall 11 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 66%
Wind Speed 20 km/h
Dew Point 15°C
Hottest Month
33°C
August
Avg Low24°C
Rain0days
Coldest Month
9°C
January
Avg High18°C
Rain8days
Driest Month
0days
June
Avg High31°C
Avg Low21°C
Windiest Month
23 km/h
May (Gusts 41)
Sea Temperature
17°C – 30°C
Warmest water: August (
30.4°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding July, August due to extreme heat, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:40
Daylight 14.2h
Sunset 19:50
Live conditions—
Rafaḩ on the map · live conditions
Rafaḩ, Palestine
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Palestine
- City
- Rafaḩ
- Population
- 126.3K
- Coordinates
- 31.30°, 34.24°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 14°C
Rain 3 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 32°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 0 days/mo
1/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 2 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 19°C
Avg Low 10°C
Rain 7 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: 18°C / 9°C . Feb: 19°C / 10°C . Mar: 22°C / 12°C . Apr: 26°C / 14°C . May: 29°C / 18°C . Jun: 31°C / 21°C . Jul: 33°C / 23°C . Aug: 33°C / 24°C . Sep: 32°C / 23°C . Oct: 29°C / 20°C . Nov: 25°C / 16°C . Dec: 21°C / 12°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 33 mm. Feb: 26 mm. Mar: 19 mm. Apr: 7 mm. May: 3 mm. Jun: 1 mm. Jul: 0 mm. Aug: 0 mm. Sep: 1 mm. Oct: 8 mm. Nov: 16 mm. Dec: 22 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 69%. Feb: 72%. Mar: 64%. Apr: 62%. May: 60%. Jun: 65%. Jul: 67%. Aug: 66%. Sep: 65%. Oct: 67%. Nov: 67%. Dec: 67%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 19 km/h . Feb: 19 km/h . Mar: 22 km/h . Apr: 22 km/h . May: 23 km/h . Jun: 22 km/h . Jul: 21 km/h . Aug: 21 km/h . Sep: 21 km/h . Oct: 19 km/h . Nov: 17 km/h . Dec: 18 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 12h. May: 13h. Jun: 13h. Jul: 12h. Aug: 12h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 9h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 19°C . Feb: 17°C . Mar: 18°C . Apr: 20°C . May: 23°C . Jun: 26°C . Jul: 30°C . Aug: 30°C . Sep: 30°C . Oct: 27°C . Nov: 24°C . Dec: 21°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 stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 33°C | Aug · 33°C |
| Coldest month | Feb 2025 · 9°C | Jan · 9°C |
| Wettest month | Dec 2025 · 66 mm | Jan · 33 mm |
| Windiest month | Apr 2025 · 24 km/h | May · 23 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 best
Excellent December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C / 9°C | 15°C / 7°C | 8days (33 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 69% Muggy | 4 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| February | 19°C / 10°C | 17°C / 7°C | 7days (26 mm) Good | 9.6h Good | 72% Muggy | 4.9 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| March | 22°C / 12°C | 20°C / 10°C | 5days (19 mm) Good | 10.5h Excellent | 64% Muggy | 6.2 High | Good | View Details |
| April best | 26°C / 14°C | 25°C / 14°C | 2days (7 mm) Excellent | 11.6h Excellent | 62% Muggy | 7.3 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| May best | 29°C / 18°C | 29°C / 18°C | 1days (3 mm) Excellent | 12.5h Excellent | 60% Moderate | 7.8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 31°C / 21°C | 33°C / 23°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 12.7h Excellent | 65% Muggy | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July | 33°C / 23°C | 36°C / 27°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 12.4h Excellent | 67% Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Good | View Details |
| August | 33°C / 24°C | 36°C / 28°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.9h Excellent | 66% Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| September | 32°C / 23°C | 34°C / 26°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 11.2h Excellent | 65% Muggy | 7 High | Good | View Details |
| October best | 29°C / 20°C | 30°C / 22°C | 2days (8 mm) Excellent | 10.3h Excellent | 67% Muggy | 5.7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| November best | 25°C / 16°C | 24°C / 15°C | 5days (16 mm) Good | 9.1h Good | 67% Muggy | 4.3 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| December | 21°C / 12°C | 18°C / 9°C | 6days (22 mm) Good | 8.7h Good | 67% Muggy | 3.7 Moderate | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Rafaḩ are April, May, June, October, November, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Rafaḩ, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Rafaḩ is August, with average daytime highs of 33°C (91°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Rafaḩ is January, with average overnight lows of 9°C (49°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Rafaḩ is January, averaging 33mm of precipitation across 8 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Rafaḩ receives approximately 130 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 13 hours. Based on climate data for Rafaḩ.
The least favorable months to visit Rafaḩ are July, August, primarily due to extreme heat, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider April, May, June, October, November instead.
The annual average UV index in Rafaḩ is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Rafaḩ is 66%, 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 Rafaḩ are 20 km/h (12 mph). The windiest month is May with peak winds reaching 23 km/h (14 mph) (gusts up to 41 km/h / 26 mph).
Rafaḩ averages 15 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 27%. The clearest skies occur in June.
The annual average dew point in Rafaḩ is 15°C (59°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Rafaḩ has a Hot Desert climate, classified as BWh under the Köppen system. Arid climates have very low rainfall relative to temperature, with large swings between daytime heat and cool nights.
The 'feels like' temperature in Rafaḩ ranges from 17°C (63°F) to 26°C (79°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 Rafaḩ. It earns a climate score of 9.5/10 with Excellent.
For June in Rafaḩ, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 31°C (88°F) and 0 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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