Water temperature and wave height on the beaches of Sea of Galilee
Water temperature in Sea of Galilee. Wave height on the beaches of Sea of Galilee. % humidity, precipitation ️ Sunrise and sunset ️ Wind direction and speed, air pollution
Now in Sea of Galilee
10:21 21-10-2026
Tomorrow inSea of Galilee
22-10-2026
Water temperature forecast for the week by the hour
+ - 2026 October 21
+27.1°C / +27°C
Hour
Sea temperature
Wave height
Wind direction
00:00
27.1°C
0.52
Northwest
01:00
27.1°C
0.5
Northwest
02:00
27°C
0.48
Northwest
03:00
27°C
0.46
Northwest
04:00
27°C
0.46
Northwest
05:00
27°C
0.46
Northwest
06:00
27°C
0.46
Northwest
07:00
27°C
0.46
Northwest
08:00
27.1°C
0.46
Northwest
09:00
27.1°C
0.46
Northwest
10:00
27.2°C
0.46
Northwest
11:00
27.2°C
0.48
Northwest
12:00
27.2°C
0.48
Northwest
13:00
27.2°C
0.5
Northwest
14:00
27.2°C
0.54
Northwest
15:00
27.1°C
0.56
Northwest
16:00
27.1°C
0.58
Northwest
17:00
27.1°C
0.58
Northwest
19:00
27°C
0.58
Northwest
20:00
27°C
0.58
Northwest
21:00
27°C
0.56
Northwest
22:00
27°C
0.54
Northwest
23:00
27°C
0.54
Northwest
+ - 2026 October 22
+27°C / +26.9°C
Hour
Sea temperature
Wave height
Wind direction
00:00
27°C
0.52
Northwest
03:00
27°C
0.48
Northwest
04:00
27°C
0.48
Northwest
05:00
27°C
0.48
Northwest
06:00
27°C
0.48
Northwest
08:00
27°C
0.54
Northwest
09:00
27.1°C
0.56
Northwest
10:00
27.1°C
0.64
Northwest
11:00
27.1°C
0.74
Northwest
+ - 2026 October 23
+26.9°C / +26.9°C
Hour
Sea temperature
Wave height
Wind direction
+ - 2026 October 24
+26.9°C / +26.9°C
Hour
Sea temperature
Wave height
Wind direction
19:00
26.9°C
0.84
Northwest
20:00
26.9°C
0.8
Northwest
21:00
26.9°C
0.76
Northwest
22:00
26.9°C
0.72
Northwest
23:00
26.9°C
0.7
Northwest
+ - 2026 October 25
+26.9°C / +26.8°C
Hour
Sea temperature
Wave height
Wind direction
00:00
26.9°C
0.66
Northwest
01:00
26.9°C
0.64
Northwest
02:00
26.9°C
0.6
Northwest
03:00
26.8°C
0.58
Northwest
04:00
26.8°C
0.56
Northwest
05:00
26.8°C
0.54
Northwest
06:00
26.8°C
0.52
Northwest
07:00
26.8°C
0.5
Northwest
08:00
26.9°C
0.5
Northwest
09:00
26.9°C
0.48
Northwest
10:00
26.9°C
0.5
Northwest
12:00
27°C
0.52
Northwest
13:00
27°C
0.52
Northwest
14:00
26.9°C
0.52
Northwest
15:00
26.9°C
0.52
Northwest
16:00
26.9°C
0.52
Northwest
17:00
26.8°C
0.52
Northwest
18:00
26.8°C
0.52
Northwest
19:00
26.8°C
0.52
Northwest
20:00
26.8°C
0.5
Northwest
21:00
26.8°C
0.5
Northwest
22:00
26.8°C
0.48
Northwest
23:00
26.8°C
0.48
Northwest
+ - 2026 October 26
+26.8°C / +26.7°C
Hour
Sea temperature
Wave height
Wind direction
00:00
26.8°C
0.46
Northwest
01:00
26.8°C
0.44
Northwest
02:00
26.8°C
0.44
Northwest
03:00
26.8°C
0.42
Northwest
04:00
26.8°C
0.4
Northwest
05:00
26.8°C
0.4
Northwest
06:00
26.8°C
0.38
Northwest
07:00
26.8°C
0.38
Northwest
08:00
26.8°C
0.36
Northwest
09:00
26.8°C
0.36
Northwest
19:00
26.8°C
0.32
Northwest
20:00
26.8°C
0.32
Northwest
21:00
26.7°C
0.32
Northwest
22:00
26.7°C
0.3
Northwest
23:00
26.7°C
0.3
Northwest
+ - 2026 October 27
+26.7°C / +26.6°C
Hour
Sea temperature
Wave height
Wind direction
00:00
26.7°C
0.28
Northwest
01:00
26.7°C
0.28
Northwest
02:00
26.7°C
0.26
Northwest
03:00
26.7°C
0.26
Northwest
04:00
26.7°C
0.24
Northwest
11:00
26.7°C
0.22
Northwest
12:00
26.7°C
0.22
Northwest
13:00
26.7°C
0.26
Northwest
14:00
26.7°C
0.28
Northwest
15:00
26.7°C
0.32
Northwest
16:00
26.7°C
0.34
Northwest
17:00
26.7°C
0.34
Northwest
18:00
26.7°C
0.36
Northwest
19:00
26.7°C
0.36
Northwest
20:00
26.7°C
0.38
Northwest
21:00
26.7°C
0.38
Northwest
22:00
26.6°C
0.38
Northwest
23:00
26.6°C
0.4
Northwest
Beach and sea characteristics in the Sea of Galilee area
🏞️ About the Sea of Galilee (Kinneret):
📍 Located in northeastern Israel, near Tiberias, Golan Heights, and the Jordan Valley
💧 It's Israel’s largest freshwater lake
⛰️ Surrounded by hills, nature reserves, and ancient sites
🏖️ Offers a mix of public, private, organized, and natural beaches
🏖️ Beach Types Around the Kinneret:
🧒 Family Beaches (Organized):
Tzemach Beach – renovated, safe, lifeguarded, watersports
Ein Gev Beach – shaded areas, marina, nearby restaurants
Ginosar Beach – sandy, accessible, well-kept
HaOn Beach – green lawns, perfect for camping families
⛺ Camping & Nature Beaches:
Duga Beach – simple, rustic, ideal for tents
Lavnun Beach – nature vibes, less crowded
Kfar Nahum Beach (Capernaum) – minimal facilities, historic
🧘 Quiet, Natural Beaches:
HaSela Beach – peaceful, less developed, scenic
Kibbutz beaches – often semi-private, serene
🌊 Water & Sea Characteristics:
💧 Type: Freshwater (not salty!)
🧼 Cleanliness: Generally good, monitored in peak seasons
🌊 Wave activity:
🐚 Seafloor: Sandy, pebbly, sometimes muddy – varies by beach
🐟 Wildlife: Home to fish like St. Peter’s fish, birds, and reeds
☀️ Seasonal Beach Experience:
🌞 Summer (June–September):
🌼 Spring (March–May) & Autumn (October–November):
❄️ Winter (December–February):
✅ Why Visit the Sea of Galilee Beaches?
👪 Safe for families – gentle water entry, no tides
🧘♂️ Peaceful – perfect mix of nature and comfort
⛺ Camping heaven – many beaches allow overnight stays
🧭 Rich history – Biblical and cultural significance all around
Water temperature in Sea of Galilee by month
| Month | 🌊 Avg. Water Temp |
|---|
| ❄️ January | 18°C |
| ❄️ February | 17.5°C |
| 🌱 March | 19.5°C |
| 🌸 April | 22°C |
| 🌼 May | 25°C |
| ☀️ June | 28°C |
| 🔥 July | 30°C |
| 🔥 August | 31°C |
| 🌤 September | 30°C |
| 🍂 October | 27°C |
| 🍁 November | 23°C |
| ❄️ December | 20°C |
✅ What to Expect by Season:
June–September: 🏖️ Perfect for swimming and watersports — water feels like a warm bath
April–May / October–November: 🌸🌅 Comfortable and less crowded
December–March: ❄️ Cooler but still swimmable for some — great for peaceful visits