Water temperature and wave height on the beaches of Netanya

Climate characteristics of Netanya

Netanya, situated on Israel's Mediterranean coast, enjoys a hot-summer Mediterranean climate, marked by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. This type of climate is classified as "Csa" under the Köppen-Geiger system, typical of coastal regions along the Mediterranean.

Temperature

• Summer (June to August): Summers in Netanya are hot, with average highs of around 86°F (30°C) in June and 88°F (31°C) in July and August. The nights remain warm, with temperatures around 73°F (23°C) to 75°F (24°C).
• Winter (December to February): Winter temperatures are mild, with daytime highs averaging 65°F (18°C) and nighttime lows around 50°F (10°C). These cooler months are also when most of the rainfall occurs.

Precipitation

• The wet season lasts from November to March, with January being the wettest month, receiving up to 5.4 inches (136 mm) of rainfall. During these months, rain showers are frequent, although they tend to be light and short-lived. By April, rainfall becomes rare, and from May to October, the region experiences almost no rain at all.
• Annual precipitation in Netanya totals approximately 21.3 inches (540 mm), which is typical for coastal Mediterranean climates.

Sunshine and Humidity

• Netanya enjoys abundant sunshine, especially during the summer months, with July and August having up to 12 hours of sunshine per day. In contrast, winter months like December and January have around 6-7 hours of sunshine per day.
• Humidity is moderate to high throughout the year, ranging from about 67% in the summer months to 75% in the winter. The high humidity levels during the cooler months add to the perception of cooler temperatures.

Best Time to Visit

• Spring (April to June) offers very pleasant weather, with mild temperatures and almost no rain. This is considered one of the best times to visit Netanya.
• Autumn (September to November) also has warm temperatures but with less extreme heat than summer, making it another ideal period for outdoor activities.

Netanya's Mediterranean climate makes it an attractive destination for beachgoers during the hot summer months, while the mild winters make it comfortable for year-round visits​

Weather in Netanya by month

January

• Temperature: January is the coldest month in Netanya, with daytime temperatures reaching 18°C (64°F) and night lows around 9°C (48°F).
• Rain: This month sees the highest rainfall, with around 137 mm. It is part of the rainy season, so showers are frequent.
• Sunlight: With about 6-7 hours of sunshine per day, it's a relatively cloudy month, but mild compared to winter elsewhere.
• Humidity: Average humidity is around 75%, making it feel cooler than the temperature suggests.

February

• Temperature: February is slightly warmer than January, with highs around 19°C (66°F) and lows around 10°C (50°F).
• Rain: There’s still significant rainfall (about 91 mm) in February, though it begins to decrease towards the end of the month.
• Sunlight: Sunshine increases slightly, but still averages 7 hours per day.
• Humidity: Humidity remains high, averaging 72%, which adds to the coolness of the evenings.

March

• Temperature: The temperatures begin to rise in March, with daily highs averaging 21°C (70°F) and lows around 12°C (54°F).
• Rain: Rainfall drops significantly to about 44 mm. It’s generally a drier month, but still within the rainy season.
• Sunlight: With more sunshine, March has around 8 hours of sunlight per day.
• Humidity: Humidity levels start to drop to around 67%.

April

• Temperature: April sees warmer weather with daytime temperatures of 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows of 15°C (59°F).
• Rain: Rainfall is minimal, only about 22 mm, marking the transition to the dry season.
• Sunlight: Sunshine increases with around 9 hours of sunlight per day.
• Humidity: Humidity is more comfortable, dropping to around 60%.

May

• Temperature: May temperatures rise further to about 28°C (82°F) during the day, with lows around 19°C (66°F).
• Rain: Virtually no rain falls in May, making it a dry month.
• Sunlight: This is one of the sunniest months, with about 10-11 hours of sunshine each day.
• Humidity: Humidity drops to around 55%, contributing to a warm and dry feel.

June

• Temperature: June brings hot weather, with highs reaching 29°C (84°F) and lows around 22°C (72°F).
• Rain: The month is dry, with rainfall near 0.9 mm.
• Sunlight: Netanya enjoys about 12 hours of sunshine per day.
• Humidity: Humidity starts to feel less oppressive than earlier in the year, around 60%.

July

• Temperature: July is typically the hottest month, with highs of 32°C (90°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F).
• Rain: It is a completely dry month, with no measurable rainfall.
• Sunlight: The city experiences maximum sunshine, with about 12 hours of sunshine each day.
• Humidity: The humidity level remains moderate at 63%.

August

• Temperature: August is very similar to July, with average highs of 32°C (90°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F).
• Rain: There is no rain in August.
• Sunlight: Like July, August has about 12 hours of sunshine.
• Humidity: The humidity remains moderate, at around 65%.

September

• Temperature: September temperatures begin to drop, with highs around 32°C (89°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F).
• Rain: Rain starts to return, with a small amount of rainfall (around 2.3 mm).
• Sunlight: September still enjoys about 10 hours of sunshine per day.
• Humidity: The humidity level drops to around 62%, making it more comfortable than the peak summer months.

October

• Temperature: October is warm, with daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows of 20°C (68°F).
• Rain: The rain starts to increase slightly, with about 17 mm of precipitation.
• Sunlight: The city enjoys about 9 hours of sunshine each day.
• Humidity: Humidity is moderate, averaging 65%.

November

• Temperature: November sees cooler weather, with highs around 26°C (79°F) and lows of 16°C (61°F).
• Rain: Rainfall increases to 78 mm as the rainy season begins.
• Sunlight: Sunlight decreases to around 8 hours per day.
• Humidity: The humidity rises to 70%.

December

• Temperature: December temperatures are mild, with highs averaging 21°C (70°F) and lows around 12°C (54°F).
• Rain: It is the wettest month, with rainfall reaching 138 mm.
• Sunlight: Days are shorter, with only about 6 hours of sunlight per day.
• Humidity: Humidity peaks at 75%.

This breakdown reflects the moderate Mediterranean climate of Netanya, with warm summers and mild winters, ideal for beachgoers year-round, though the cooler months may be better suited for indoor or sightseeing activities.