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The best time to visit Tel Aviv
Weather, crowds, prices and events for every month, so you can pick the trip that suits you.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: אבישי טייכר, CC BY 2.5
Quick answer
The best times to visit Tel Aviv are April to June and September to November, when it is warm enough for the beach but not as humid as midsummer. July and August are the hottest and busiest months, while December to February is mild and rainier, with lower prices. Check the dates of Jewish holidays such as Passover and Yom Kippur, which affect transport and opening.
Key facts
- Best months
- April–June and September–November
- Shoulder season
- March, July–August and December
- Warmest month
- August (avg high 31°C (88°F))
- Coldest month
- January (avg high 18°C (64°F))
- Rainiest month
- January (~12 rainy days)
- Lowest hotel prices
- January–February
Seasons
Tel Aviv has a Mediterranean climate: long, hot and humid summers from June to September with almost no rain, and mild winters when most of the year's rain falls in short, heavy bursts between November and March.
March–May
Spring
Warm, mostly dry days, green countryside and comfortable sightseeing; Passover and Independence Day bring domestic crowds.
June–August
Summer
Hot, humid and rain-free, with a warm sea, long beach evenings and the highest hotel prices.
September–November
Autumn
Still warm with a warm sea, fewer crowds after the holidays and the first rain by late October or November.
December–February
Winter
Mild, with rainy spells and some sunny days; good for museums, food and lower prices rather than swimming.
Month by month
Long-term averages (rounded). Crowds and prices are relative, 1 (lowest) to 5 (highest). Daylight is sunrise to sunset on the 15th.
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Sea | Daylight | Crowds | Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C | 10°C | 12 | 18°C | 10.3 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| February | 18°C | 10°C | 10 | 17°C | 11 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| March | 20°C | 11°C | 8 | 18°C | 11.9 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| April | 23°C | 14°C | 3 | 19°C | 12.9 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| May | 26°C | 17°C | 1 | 22°C | 13.8 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| June | 28°C | 21°C | 0 | 26°C | 14.2 h | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| July | 30°C | 23°C | 0 | 28°C | 14.1 h | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| August | 31°C | 24°C | 0 | 29°C | 13.3 h | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| September | 30°C | 22°C | 0 | 28°C | 12.3 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| October | 28°C | 19°C | 3 | 26°C | 11.3 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| November | 24°C | 15°C | 6 | 23°C | 10.5 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| December | 20°C | 12°C | 10 | 20°C | 10.1 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Yearly events
Recurring dates shift from year to year; confirm with the organiser before you book.
| Month | Events |
|---|---|
| February | Tel Aviv Marathon (usually February or March); Purim costume parties (February or March, date varies) |
| March | Purim (some years in March); Passover holiday period (March or April) brings domestic crowds |
| April | Passover (March or April); Independence Day celebrations (April or May) |
| May | Independence Day (some years in May) |
| June | Tel Aviv Pride parade (usually June) |
| September | Rosh Hashanah (September or October); Yom Kippur — the city shuts down for a day (September or October) |
| October | Sukkot holiday week (September or October) |
| December | Hanukkah (usually December) |
Cheapest and quietest times
Hotel prices are usually lowest in January–February, and the sights are quietest in January–February.
What to pack
| Season | Pack |
|---|---|
| Spring | Light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; A packable rain jacket for showers; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Summer | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Autumn | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Winter | Light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; A compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; Comfortable walking shoes |
Questions travellers ask
+What is the best month to visit Tel Aviv?
The best times to visit Tel Aviv are April to June and September to November, when it is warm enough for the beach but not as humid as midsummer. July and August are the hottest and busiest months, while December to February is mild and rainier, with lower prices. Check the dates of Jewish holidays such as Passover and Yom Kippur, which affect transport and opening.
+When are hotel prices lowest in Tel Aviv?
Usually in January–February. The wettest month, with mild sunny spells between storms; good for museums and markets but too cool for most swimmers.
+What is the rainiest month in Tel Aviv?
January, with about 12 days of rain on average.
+How hot does Tel Aviv get?
The warmest month, August, averages highs of 31°C (88°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F).