Israel (Tel Aviv) · February
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 18° (64°)12– (54–)24 (75) | 19° (66°)13– (55–)26 (79) | 21° (70°)15– (59–)31 (88) | 24° (75°)18– (64–)36 (97) | 27° (81°)22– (72–)36 (97) | 29° (84°)26– (79–)34 (93) | 31° (88°)29– (84–)33 (91) | 32° (90°)30– (86–)33 (91) | 31° (88°)28– (82–)33 (91) | 29° (84°)24– (75–)33 (91) | 25° (77°)19– (66–)31 (88) | 21° (70°)15– (59–)26 (79) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 10° (50°)5– (41–)14 (57) | 10° (50°)5– (41–)15 (59) | 12° (54°)7– (45–)18 (64) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)20 (68) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)22 (72) | 22° (72°)18– (64–)24 (75) | 24° (75°)21– (70–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)22– (72–)27 (81) | 24° (75°)20– (68–)26 (79) | 20° (68°)15– (59–)24 (75) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)21 (70) | 11° (52°)6– (43–)16 (61) |
☀️Sunshine | 6h UV 5 | 7h UV 6 | 8h UV 8 | 10h UV 9 | 11h UV 10 | 13h UV 10 | 13h UV 10 | 12h UV 9 | 10h UV 8 | 9h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 | 6h UV 5 |
🌊Water Temp | 18° (64°) | 17° (63°) | 18° (64°) | 20° (68°) | 23° (73°) | 27° (81°) | 29° (84°) | 30° (86°) | 30° (86°) | 28° (82°) | 24° (75°) | 21° (70°) |
🌧Rain Days | 8d130mm (5.1") | 6d82mm (3.2") | 3d39mm (1.5") | 1d20mm (0.8") | 0d4mm (0.1") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 0d0mm (0") | 0d0mm (0") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 2d21mm (0.8") | 4d64mm (2.5") | 6d126mm (4.9") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
February in Israel (Tel Aviv) is on the cool side — with highs around 19°C (66°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Daytime highs average 19°C (66°F), cooling to 10°C (50°F) at night (daily average: 15°C (59°F)). Peaks reach around 26°C (79°F), the coldest nights around 5°C (41°F). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 6 rain days with 82 mm (3.2 in) total. At 17°C (63°F), the water is still quite cool in February — a wetsuit may be useful.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Tel Aviv in winter is green and damp: rain alternates with mild, sunny days, yet the promenade stays lively. The city's cafés and markets are full and surfers in wetsuits sit on the beach. It is ideal for city visits and museums.
Events & Festivals
- Tel Aviv Marathonlate February
City marathon with races over several distances and around 50,000 participants at the latest edition.
Packing list for Israel (Tel Aviv) in February
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Jumper or fleece
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is February a good time to visit Israel (Tel Aviv)?
- February is not an optimal month for Israel (Tel Aviv) (Score: 51/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
- How warm is it in Israel (Tel Aviv) in February?
- In February, Israel (Tel Aviv) sees daily highs of 19°C (66°F). Nights cool to 10°C (50°F), with a daily average of 15°C (59°F). Peaks reach around 26°C (79°F), the coldest nights around 5°C (41°F).
- How much rain falls in Israel (Tel Aviv) in February?
- In February, Israel (Tel Aviv) receives an average of 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain over 6 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Israel (Tel Aviv) get in February?
- Israel (Tel Aviv) averages 7 sunshine hours per day in February — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Israel (Tel Aviv) in February?
- Water temperature in Israel (Tel Aviv) in February averages 17°C (63°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
