Israel (Tel Aviv) · March
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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
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in April.
March in Israel (Tel Aviv) at 21°C (70°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
Daytime highs average 21°C (70°F), cooling to 12°C (54°F) at night (daily average: 17°C (63°F)). Peaks reach around 31°C (88°F), the coldest nights around 7°C (45°F). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 3 rain days with 39 mm (1.5 in) total. The sea is 18°C (64°F) — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Spring brings blossom, soft light and the first swimming days. The markets are full of strawberries and herbs and there is still room on the beach. Now and then a desert wind brings sudden heat, but otherwise it is the most pleasant time for strolling through the White City.
Packing list for Israel (Tel Aviv) in March
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is March a good time to visit Israel (Tel Aviv)?
- March is not an optimal month for Israel (Tel Aviv) (Score: 66/100), 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 March?
- In March, Israel (Tel Aviv) sees daily highs of 21°C (70°F). Nights cool to 12°C (54°F), with a daily average of 17°C (63°F). Peaks reach around 31°C (88°F), the coldest nights around 7°C (45°F).
- How much rain falls in Israel (Tel Aviv) in March?
- In March, Israel (Tel Aviv) receives an average of 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain over 3 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Israel (Tel Aviv) get in March?
- Israel (Tel Aviv) averages 8 sunshine hours per day in March — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Israel (Tel Aviv) in March?
- Water temperature in Israel (Tel Aviv) in March averages 18°C (64°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
