Israel Tel Aviv Weather in December (winter — New Year) — Climate Guide
December (winter — New Year) in Tel Aviv is moderate
December (winter — New Year) is moderate for Tel Aviv.
December is winter; New Year's Eve and Hanukkah draw plenty of visitors.
Travel score
Tel Aviv December (winter — New Year) Weather Stats
Avg High
19°C
Avg Low
11°C
Rainy Days
10
130mm total
Sunshine
6h
Daily avg
Humidity
70%
moderate
UV Index
3
Moderate
Wind
11 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
19°C
too cold to swim
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
December (winter — New Year) Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
20 μg/m³
PM10
40 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
19°C
Nighttime
10°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
11 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for December (winter — New Year)
December (winter — New Year) Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- New Year's Eve
- Hanukkah
Cons
- Rain about 10 days
December (winter — New Year) Events & Festivals
- Christmas + New Year's Eve — Hanukkah
Tel Aviv in December (winter — New Year) — Full Picture
December is winter; New Year's Eve and Hanukkah draw plenty of visitors.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Winter — a jacket and a rain layer.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
24°C
13.3°C
4/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
30.3°C
21.3°C
0/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
27°C
17.7°C
3.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current18°C
9.7°C
10.3/mo
Tel Aviv Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17° | 9° | 11d·130mm | 6h | 70% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 18° | 9° | 10d·100mm | 7h | 70% | 4 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 21° | 11° | 7d·60mm | 8h | 65% | 6 | Busy | Peak | |
| April (best) (Best) | 24° | 13° | 4d·25mm | 9h | 60% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
| May (end of the best season) (Best) | 27° | 16° | 1d·5mm | 11h | 60% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
| June (Pride — peak) (Best) | 29° | 19° | 0d·0mm | 12h | 65% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| 31° | 22° | 0d·0mm | 12h | 70% | 11 | Busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 23° | 0d·0mm | 12h | 70% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| September (best) (Best) | 30° | 21° | 1d·5mm | 11h | 65% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| October (best) (Best) | 28° | 18° | 3d·25mm | 9h | 65% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| November (late autumn) (Best) | 23° | 14° | 7d·80mm | 7h | 65% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| 19° | 11° | 10d·130mm | 6h | 70% | 3 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is December (winter — New Year) a good time to visit Tel Aviv?
Tel Aviv in December (winter — New Year) is moderate. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Tel Aviv in December (winter — New Year)?
Tel Aviv December (winter — New Year) averages a high of 19°C and a low of 11°C.
Does it rain much in Tel Aviv in December (winter — New Year)?
Tel Aviv December (winter — New Year) averages 130mm of rainfall over about 10 rainy days.
What should I wear in Tel Aviv in December (winter — New Year)?
Winter — a jacket and a rain layer.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Tel Aviv in December (winter — New Year)?
Tel Aviv December (winter — New Year) sunrise is 06:30 and sunset is 16:45, with 10h 15min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Tel Aviv in December (winter — New Year)?
Tel Aviv December (winter — New Year) air quality (AQI) averages 50, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 20μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Tel Aviv in December (winter — New Year)?
In December (winter — New Year), Tel Aviv is great for Bauhaus, Jerusalem, New Year's Eve.
Is December (winter — New Year) peak season in Tel Aviv?
Tel Aviv December (winter — New Year) crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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