High temperatures (illustrative)
High temperatures (illustrative)iStock

Israel will see heavy heat on Tuesday, with a slight rise in temperature expected, especially inland and in the mountains.

Wednesday will see an additional rise in temperatures, especially inland and in the mountains, and temperatures will be higher than seasonal average in most areas of Israel.

Thursday will see temperatures rise again in most areas of the country, and the weather will become more hot and dry than usual for the season. According to the Israel Meteorological Service, the heat will be heavy to extreme.

Friday will be hot and dry inland and in the mountains, and muggy along the coast. The heat will be heavy to extreme in most areas of Israel.

The high temperatures are a risk to vulnerable populations, as well as to the general population, and precautions such as avoiding strenuous physical activity outdoors and remaining alert to the signs of heat stroke are advised.