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Climate characteristics of Asdod 

Ashdod experiences a hot-summer Mediterranean climate, classified as Csa under the Köppen-Geiger system. The climate is characterized by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters.

Temperature

• Summer (June to August): The average high temperature ranges from 86°F (30°C) in June to a peak of 88°F (31°C) in August. Nighttime lows hover around 70°F (21°C) to 75°F (24°C).
• Winter (December to February): The average high temperature ranges from 65°F (18°C) in January to 66°F (19°C) in February. Nighttime lows can drop to around 49°F (9°C).

Precipitation

• Rain is mostly concentrated between October and April, with January being the wettest month, receiving about 5.37 inches (136 mm) of rainfall.
• Summer months (June to August) are almost rain-free, with rainfall close to 0 inches.

Humidity and Wind

• Humidity stays relatively high year-round, with an average of 65%, peaking during winter.
• Winds average around 13-14 mph (20-22 km/h) throughout the year.

Sunshine

• The city enjoys abundant sunshine, especially in the summer. July is the sunniest month, with an average of 12.3 hours of sunshine daily, while December is the least sunny, with about 6.3 hours of sunshine per day.

This climate makes Ashdod a great destination for beachgoers during the summer, while the mild winters allow for pleasant outdoor activities.

Weather in Ashdod by month

January: Cool and wet with highs around 65°F (18°C) and lows of 50°F (10°C). It is the wettest month, with about 5.4 inches (136 mm) of rain. Sunshine averages 6.3 hours per day.

February: Similar to January, with highs of 66°F (19°C) and lows of 50°F (10°C). Rainfall decreases to about 3.7 inches (94 mm). Sunshine hours increase slightly to 7.1 hours per day.

March: Temperatures rise, with highs around 69°F (21°C) and lows of 53°F (12°C). Rainfall decreases to 2.6 inches (66 mm). Sunshine averages 8.1 hours per day.

April: Warm weather begins with highs of 74°F (23°C) and lows of 57°F (14°C). Rainfall drops significantly to about 0.7 inches (18 mm). Sunshine increases to 9.2 hours per day.

May: Dry and warm with highs around 79°F (26°C) and lows of 63°F (17°C). Rain is rare, with only about 0.3 inches (8 mm) of precipitation. Sunshine peaks at 10.9 hours per day.

June: Summer begins with highs of 86°F (30°C) and lows of 68°F (20°C). Rainfall is nearly zero, and sunshine averages 11.5 hours per day.

July: Hot and dry, with highs around 88°F (31°C) and lows of 73°F (23°C). Rain is almost nonexistent, and daily sunshine is at its peak with 12.3 hours per day.

August: Similar to July, with highs of 88°F (31°C) and lows of 75°F (24°C). There is almost no rain, and daily sunshine remains around 12.1 hours per day.

September: Slightly cooler but still warm, with highs of 85°F (29°C) and lows of 72°F (22°C). Rain remains minimal, around 0.3 inches (8 mm), and sunshine is about 10.9 hours per day.

October: Cooler temperatures with highs of 80°F (27°C) and lows of 66°F (19°C). Rain increases slightly to 1.5 inches (38 mm). Sunshine averages 9.4 hours per day.

November: Cooler and wetter, with highs around 73°F (23°C) and lows of 59°F (15°C). Rain increases to 2.6 inches (66 mm). Sunshine decreases to 7.6 hours per day.

December: Cool and rainy, with highs of 67°F (19°C) and lows of 53°F (12°C). Rainfall rises to about 4.4 inches (112 mm). Sunshine decreases to 6.3 hours per day.

This monthly breakdown highlights Ashdod’s hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters typical of a Mediterranean climate.