AI-generatedGaza at a glance
- Best time
- Mar – May, Nov
- Warmest month
- Aug · 33°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 28.5°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,970 h
- Rain a year
- 269 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 38 m
Climate in Gaza
Gaza has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 33 °C, while January is the coolest at 18 °C. With around 2,970 hours of sunshine a year, Gaza is sunny; June is the sunniest month with 10.7 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Gaza
The best time to visit Gaza is from March to May and in November. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from May to November. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from November to April. In August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 33 °C. The wettest month is January with 75 mm of precipitation.
Gaza through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Gaza in spring
Mar – May
Excellent
- 22–29 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 8.7 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days in all
Gaza in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 31–33 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 10.2 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Gaza in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 25–32 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days in all
Gaza in winter
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 18–21 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
May – Nov
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Nov – Apr
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Aug
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Your best months: March – April, November
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: March – May, November
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 22°
- Midday, 13:00: about 29°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 29°
- Evening, 20:00: about 24°
- Night, 23:00: about 22°
06:4418:11
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:29–07:17 · evening 17:39–18:26
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:20–06:29 · evening 18:26–18:36
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Gaza compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 31° at the start of the month to 27° at the end. The sea cools from 27° to 25°. The days get 0.9 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 31° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 20° | 17° |
| Sea | 27° | 25° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 11.0 h |
What is the weather like in Gaza in October?
In October, Gaza is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 13 mm in total. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Gaza.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 27 min06:44 – 18:11
- UV index
- 6 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 13 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 15 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 30 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 13 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %69 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %72 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
Compare two months in Gaza
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
April has the better holiday weather in Gaza: score 99 against 79. In April, days are 5 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 8 °C cooler in April. The sun shines an hour longer a day in April.
| Month | October | April |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 79 | 99better |
| Daytime high | 30° | 25° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 14° |
| Sea | 26.6° | 19.0° |
| Sunshine | 7.3 h | 8.7 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 3 | 3 |
| Rainfall | 13 mm | 12 mm |
| Muggy days | 13 | 0better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Gaza month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
78January18° · Sea 19° · 6.1 h
In January, Gaza is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 18.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 75 mm in total. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Gaza.
Gaza in January82February19° · Sea 18° · 6.3 h
In February, Gaza is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 17.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 56 mm. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Gaza.
Gaza in February91March22° · Sea 18° · 7.4 h
In March, Gaza is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 17.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 36 mm. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Gaza.
Gaza in March99April25° · Sea 19° · 8.7 h
In April, Gaza is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 19.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 12 mm in total. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Gaza.
Gaza in April90May29° · Sea 22° · 9.9 h
In May, Gaza is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 21.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Gaza.
Gaza in May74June31° · Sea 25° · 10.7 h
In June, Gaza is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 24.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Gaza.
Gaza in June63July33° · Sea 27° · 10.3 h
In July, Gaza is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Gaza.
Gaza in July61August33° · Sea 29° · 9.6 h
In August, Gaza is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Gaza.
Gaza in August67September32° · Sea 28° · 8.6 h
In September, Gaza is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Gaza.
Gaza in September79October30° · Sea 27° · 7.3 h
In October, Gaza is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 13 mm in total. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Gaza.
Gaza in October91November25° · Sea 24° · 6.8 h
In November, Gaza is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 24.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 24 mm in total. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Gaza.
Gaza in November83December21° · Sea 21° · 5.9 h
In December, Gaza is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 47 mm. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Gaza.
Gaza in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Gaza
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 19°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 13 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (9°), the warmest in August (24°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from June to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in May and in October. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 118 days a year, mostly from June to September.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 78 | 18° | 9° | 18.8° | 6.1 h | 10 | 75 |
| FebruaryFeb | 82 | 19° | 10° | 17.7° | 6.3 h | 8 | 56 |
| MarchMar | 91 | 22° | 12° | 17.8° | 7.4 h | 6 | 36 |
| AprilApr | 99 | 25° | 14° | 19.0° | 8.7 h | 3 | 12 |
| MayMay | 90 | 29° | 18° | 21.6° | 9.9 h | 1 | 4 |
| JuneJun | 74 | 31° | 21° | 24.9° | 10.7 h | 0 | 1 |
| JulyJul | 63 | 33° | 24° | 27.3° | 10.3 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 61 | 33° | 24° | 28.5° | 9.6 h | 0 | 0 |
| SeptemberSep | 67 | 32° | 22° | 28.2° | 8.6 h | 1 | 2 |
| OctoberOct | 79 | 30° | 19° | 26.6° | 7.3 h | 3 | 13 |
| NovemberNov | 91 | 25° | 14° | 24.0° | 6.8 h | 5 | 24 |
| DecemberDec | 83 | 21° | 11° | 21.1° | 5.9 h | 7 | 47 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Gaza
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 25.7 – 27.2 °C
Swimming season: May – Dec
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Gaza ranges from 17.7 °C in February to 28.5 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to December.
From December to January the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 27.7 and 29.2 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 18.8° | 18.0° | 19.7° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 17.7° | 17.2° | 18.5° | fresh |
| MarchMar | 17.8° | 17.0° | 18.5° | fresh |
| AprilApr | 19.0° | 18.1° | 19.9° | fresh |
| MayMay | 21.6° | 20.9° | 22.5° | refreshing |
| JuneJun | 24.9° | 24.2° | 25.6° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 27.3° | 26.6° | 28.1° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.5° | 27.7° | 29.2° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 28.2° | 27.6° | 28.9° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 26.6° | 25.7° | 27.2° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 24.0° | 23.1° | 24.7° | pleasant |
| DecemberDec | 21.1° | 20.5° | 21.9° | refreshing |
Sunshine hours in Gaza
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 7.3 of 11.5 hours of daylight in Gaza, 63 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Gaza: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Gaza has about 3 rainy days with 13 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Gaza
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 6 · highSeek shade around midday; sunscreen SPF 30+, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 11).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 20 min
- Fair skin
- about 25 min
- Light brown skin
- about 40 min
- Olive skin
- about 50 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Gaza
How breezy and how cloudy Gaza is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Gaza typically peaks at 15 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 30 % of the sky over Gaza: mostly sunny, with about 7.3 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Gaza
How often the day gets hot in Gaza (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Gaza has about 13 hot days, with an average daytime high of 30 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Gaza
Weather for your travel dates
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Gaza in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Gaza has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 97) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 62).
- 97
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
ExcellentBest holidays
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 87
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 62
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 9.8 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 79
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 81
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Excellent
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.0 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 4 h 50 min
- Distance
- 3,600 km
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Compare & alternatives
Gaza compared
Put Gaza side by side with another destination.
Gaza vs Sderot
In October the holiday weather in Gaza and Sderot is about equally good (score 79 vs 79). During the day it is about as warm in Sderot as in Gaza.
| in October | Gaza | Sderot |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 79 | 79 |
| Daytime high | 30° | 30° |
| Sea | 27° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 3 | 2 |
| Best time | Mar – May, Nov | Nov – May |
Through the year
Palestine in October: the best places
In October, Gaza ranks 5 of 7 destinations in this country.
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Frequently asked questions about Gaza
When is the best time to visit Gaza?
The best time to visit Gaza is from March to May and in November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Gaza?
The sea temperature in Gaza ranges from 17.7 °C in February to 28.5 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to December.
Can you swim in Gaza in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Gaza?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 24 °C. January is the coolest month at 18 °C.
When does it rain most in Gaza?
The wettest month is January with 75 mm of precipitation. The driest month is August with 0 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Gaza get?
Gaza gets around 2,970 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 10.7 hours a day; in December there are 5.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Gaza in?
Gaza is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Gaza?
A nonstop flight from London to Gaza takes about 4 h 50 min, for a straight-line distance of about 3,600 km.
Which school holidays are best for Gaza?
Gaza has its best school-holiday weather during the Easter holidays (score 97) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 62). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 97, May half-term 87, summer holidays 62, October half-term 79, Christmas holidays 81.