Weather

Haifa U Weather Prof on Israel's Roller-Coaster Winter

Prof. Chaim Kutiel says Israel's current winter is chiefly characterized by its unusually strong extremes.

Snowstorm Covers Israel in White From North to South

Snow in north, parts of Jerusalem, Hevron, and soon in the Negev, as roads close and Israel hunkers in for the last cold gasps of winter.

Jerusalem Waits for Snow as Wintry Weekend Approaches

Rain and snow expected to fall steadily across all parts of Israel through the entire weekend; temperatures remain very low.

Israel Braces for Blizzard

Forecast predicts possible snowstorm Thursday and Friday in Jerusalem, North; schools, public institutions, emergency forces prepare.

Most of Israel Already at Annual Average Rainfall Levels

Wnter isn't over yet – and forecasters on Sunday amended their projections for later in the week, predicting a new major winter storm.

Storm Sets In, Blinding Mist Closes Eilat Airport

Snow on the Hermon, rain in the north, and threat of flooding as a major thunderstorm envelops Israel from the north to the south.

130 People Treated for Breathing Problems from Storm

MDA on high alert and full readiness as haze and heavy winds cause breathing problems; snow and possible flooding anticipated.

Jerusalem May See Snow Next Thursday

After a pleasant warm weekend, temperatures are expected to drop significantly Sunday, bringing rain, and maybe even snow to capital.

'Great Storm' Brings Once-in-a-Decade Low Temps, Rainfall

Now that the 'great storm' is over, Israel is counting the numbers: the low temperatures, and the high precipitation numbers.

Israel under snow

Snow to Pile on in Jerusalem, Reach the Negev Desert

Widespread school cancellations as snow redoubles in Jerusalem, Be'er Sheva hopeful for snowflakes; flooding in coastal area.

Photos and Videos: Northern Israel Snowbound

White stuff is falling thick and fast in the northern parts of Israel, but soldiers' morale is not.

17,000 Homes Left Without Electricity in Snowstorm

Aside from closing Jerusalem, Tzfat and Golan, storm has left thousands without power nation-wide, major damage in Netanya.

Snow settles in

Jerusalem Lockdown, Police Chief: We're Prepared for the Worst

Jerusalem shuts down after snow in north closes Tzfat, various widespread power outages, expected Tel Aviv floods.

Samaria Takes in Tel Aviv Homeless for the Storm

Samaria Resident's Council offers homeless with nowhere to turn a stay in guest rooms with warm food and showers to get out of the cold.

Israel's Snowstorm in Pictures and Video

Enjoy the snow swept imagery of Israel as it faces a major storm from the comfort of your home.

Samaria Prepares for Snow Storm - and Free Skiing

Binyamin council deputy head explains how painful lessons have been learned from last storm; residents to enjoy snow this time in sleds.

Jerusalem Schools Canceled as Israel Braces for Major Snowstorm

Municipality cancels classes for Wednesday as heavy snow expected to set in, following heavy winds throughout Tuesday.

How Do You Brace for a Snowstorm in Jerusalem?

Hadassah Ein Kerem department head tells Arutz Sheva the key will be looking after infants and elderly, as well as mutual responsibility.

Heavy Turbulence Evokes Pleas and Prayers from Passengers

Passengers on an El Al plane headed to Israel from Brussels got the scare of their lives after hitting a 'vertical wind vortex.'

Rain, Maybe Snow on the Way to Israel

After nearly two weeks of pleasant weather, winter will return in full force to Israel beginning Friday.

Israel's Biggest Winter Storm in 20 Years Causes Havoc on Roads

There were numerous casualties, both human and otherwise, due to the wild weather in Israel Wednesday.

Floods Expected, Floodwatchers Warned

Rains are expected countrywide on Friday and Saturday. Flash floods near Dead Sea may draw crowds.

Large Hail, Flood Warnings as Winter Comes to Israel

Damage caused by massive hail north of Haifa, the like of which residents 'don't remember seeing'; flood concerns in eastern Israel.

Winter Kicks Off With Wild Weather Sunday

It appears Heaven has answered the newly introduced prayers for rain that began in Israel on Thursday, Shemini Atzeret – in spades.

Wet Weather Traps 70 American Hikers in Southern Valley

Spring arrived in Israel weeks ago, but winter has returned with a vengeance, trapping dozens of hikers in southern Israel.

Warmer Weather on Purim

No need for an umbrella this year, as days of rainy weather subside and the sun emerges.

Forecast: Rainy ‘Costume Day,’ Warm Purim

Rain to continue on Thursday and Friday, but clear up by Purim.

Forecast: A Week of Winter Weather

Warm, dusty weather to be replaced by rain, cool air.

Weather Forecast: Winter to Make a Comeback

Winter to return after an unusually hot weekend, rain expected later in the week.

Warm, Sunny Weather to Return

Forecasters’ prediction of a quick end to brief rainy spell causes further concern for Israel’s water resources.

January: Record-Low Water Levels

Meteorological services determine extremely arid month, Kinneret and other water bodies at lowest measures since recording started.

Weather: Colder with a Chance of Rain

Temperatures expected to drop during the first week of February, but no guarantee for more rainfall.

Tel Aviv Marks Driest January on Record

Rain hits a record low in the Tel Aviv area. Jordan Valley without rainfall for the first time in nearly 60 years.

Expert: Lack of Rain ‘Cause for Concern’

Climate expert admits worry over relatively sparse rainfall.

Forecast: Local Showers, Cooler Weather

Rain to return with light local showers in north, center of the country.

Forecast: Chilly, No Rain

Weather forecasters predict a largely rain-free week.

Winter Weather to Continue to Tuesday

Rain to continue this week. Flood warnings in the south.

Rain to Return for the Sabbath

Nearly two weeks of clear skies to come to an end this Saturday.

Forecaster Nixes Rumors of Second Snowstorm

Forecaster says no new snowstorm on the horizon. Jerusalem leaders clash over storm ‘mismanagement.’

Bennett Calls for Half-Day Vacation for the Snowbound

Economics Minister proposes paid half-day vacation for all employees stranded from work in snowbound areas.

Snow Takes a Short Break, But Will Return in Full Force

After being closed due to snowfall, the main roads to Jerusalem were reopened Thursday afternoon - perhaps temporarily, though.

Rain and Snow as Winter Storm Strikes Israel

55 kmh (35 mph) winds bring 15 cm (half foot) of snow to Mt. Hermon, 112 mm (4.5 in) of rain outside Netanya on coast.

Israel Prepares for Winter Storm

Jerusalem ‘ready for snow,’ Transport Ministry plans for road closures, Arkia moves flights.

Rainstorms Sunday, Flood Warning in Negev

Break in rainy weather expected Monday, Tuesday, but downpours to return in Wednesday storms.

Forecast: Rain is On Its Way

Winter rains expected in northern and central Israel as early as Friday.

Forecast: Cloudy with Local Showers

Northern, central Israel may see the first showers of the rainy season. Police warn drivers to be cautious.

Forecast: Warm, Sunny Weekend Ahead

Clear, sunny skies and unchanging temperatures expected from Friday to Monday.

Forecast: Another Hot Sabbath

Forecasters predict a hot Friday and Saturday.

Forecast: Heat Wave on Sabbath

Temperatures to continue to rise over the weekend.

Forecast: Heat to Rise

Weekend weather to be hotter, with fog along coast.

Fire Sweeps Prison, 11 Injured

Ten guards and a prisoner were lightly injured when a fire broke out at a factory in the Maasiyahu Prison in central Israel

Forecast: Hot, Dry Weather, Rain in Arava

Weather is expected to be hot and dry, with dust in some places, chance of rain in others.

Rain to Continue through Monday

Light rain showers remain in the forecast until Monday afternoon. Weather to remain chilly.

Forecast: Hot Sunday, Cool Monday

Fast-changing spring weather to bring heat Sunday, rain by Tuesday.

Heat Wave for End of Passover

Temperatures to keep rising until Passover draws to a close.

Forecast: Cooler Wednesday, Warm Thursday

Warm weather for the Passover vacation.

Spring Snowstorm Grounds Hundreds of US Flights

Another huge snow storm, stretching from St. Louis to Washington, grounded hundreds of flights on Monday.

Winter Returns for a Brief Visit

Winter returns briefly with cool weather, local rain showers. Hot weather to be back by Wednesday.

Massive Winter Storm, Once Again, Hits US

A massive winter storm is hitting the northern United States, grounding 2,600 flights, closing schools and leaving roadways impassible.

Weather: Hot Friday, Stormy Sabbath

Friday will be partially cloudy and dry, while the Sabbath may see thunderstorms.