Climate Insights for Haifa
Haifa Subdistrict, Haifa District, Israel
Climate Overview
The climate in Haifa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 542 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 143 mm of rainfall. Haifa is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 12°C.The climate in Haifa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 70°F and approximately 21.4 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 5.6 in of rainfall. Haifa is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 53°F.
Temperature
Haifa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 30°C. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 14°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Haifa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 53°F to 85°F. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 81°F. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 53°F and an average of 58°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 9°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Haifa is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 542 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 45 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 143 mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 mm. That's 142 mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Haifa is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 21.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.8 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 5.6 in of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 5.6 in less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Haifa is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 14km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.Haifa is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 9mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Haifa is during March, April, May, June, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 27 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 30°C, while February is the coldest period with lows dropping to 12°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Haifa is during March, April, May, June, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 70°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.1 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 85°F, while February is the coldest period with lows dropping to 53°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Haifa based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Haifa based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.