AI-generatedZichron Yaakov at a glance
- Best time
- May – Nov
- Warmest month
- Aug · 34°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 28.6°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,950 h
- Rain a year
- 303 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 190 m
Climate in Zichron Yaakov
Zichron Yaakov has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 34 °C, while January is the coolest at 17 °C. With around 2,950 hours of sunshine a year, Zichron Yaakov is sunny; June is the sunniest month with 11.0 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Zichron Yaakov
The best time to visit Zichron Yaakov is from May to 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. From July to August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 34 °C. The wettest month is January with 73 mm of precipitation.
Zichron Yaakov through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Zichron Yaakov in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 22–29 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 8.5 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days in all
Zichron Yaakov in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 32–34 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 10.7 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Zichron Yaakov in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 24–33 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days in all
Zichron Yaakov in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 17–19 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 5.7 h of sun a day
- 29 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
Jul – Aug
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Your best months: May – June, October
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: May – November
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 21°
- Midday, 13:00: about 29°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 29°
- Evening, 20:00: about 24°
- Night, 23:00: about 21°
06:4318:09
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 06:28–07:16 · evening 17:36–18:24
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:18–06:28 · evening 18:24–18:33
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 Zichron Yaakov 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 | 19° | 15° |
| Sea | 27° | 25° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 11.0 h |
What is the weather like in Zichron Yaakov in October?
In October, Zichron Yaakov is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 26.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 14 mm in total. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Zichron Yaakov.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 26 min06:43 – 18:09
- UV index
- 6 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 5 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 15 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 25 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 15 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %68 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
Compare two months in Zichron Yaakov
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
October and June bring similar holiday weather to Zichron Yaakov (score 94 and 96). In June, days are 2 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C cooler in June. June has 4 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in June.
| Month | October | June |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 94 | 96 |
| Daytime high | 30° | 32° |
| Night-time low | 18° | 19° |
| Sea | 26.4° | 24.9° |
| Sunshine | 7.1 h | 11.0 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 4 | 0better |
| Rainfall | 14 mm | 1 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 5better | 7 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Zichron Yaakov month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
25January17° · Sea 19° · 5.6 h
In January, Zichron Yaakov is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 18.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 73 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Zichron Yaakov.
Zichron Yaakov in January25February19° · Sea 18° · 6.0 h
In February, Zichron Yaakov is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 17.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 64 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Zichron Yaakov.
Zichron Yaakov in February46March22° · Sea 18° · 7.0 h
In March, Zichron Yaakov is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 17.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 41 mm. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Zichron Yaakov.
Zichron Yaakov in March80April25° · Sea 19° · 8.5 h
In April, Zichron Yaakov is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 18.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 19 mm in total. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Zichron Yaakov.
Zichron Yaakov in April91May29° · Sea 22° · 9.9 h
In May, Zichron Yaakov is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 21.5 °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 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Zichron Yaakov.
Zichron Yaakov in May96June32° · Sea 25° · 11.0 h
In June, Zichron Yaakov is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 24.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 22 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Zichron Yaakov.
Zichron Yaakov in June86July34° · Sea 27° · 10.9 h
In July, Zichron Yaakov is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.9 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 an excellent month for a holiday in Zichron Yaakov.
Zichron Yaakov in July84August34° · Sea 29° · 10.2 h
In August, Zichron Yaakov is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.2 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 an excellent month for a holiday in Zichron Yaakov.
Zichron Yaakov in August91September33° · Sea 28° · 8.8 h
In September, Zichron Yaakov is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Zichron Yaakov.
Zichron Yaakov in September94October30° · Sea 26° · 7.1 h
In October, Zichron Yaakov is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 26.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 14 mm in total. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Zichron Yaakov.
Zichron Yaakov in October84November24° · Sea 24° · 6.3 h
In November, Zichron Yaakov is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 23.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 30 mm. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Zichron Yaakov.
Zichron Yaakov in November37December19° · Sea 21° · 5.4 h
In December, Zichron Yaakov is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 21.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 54 mm. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Zichron Yaakov.
Zichron Yaakov in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Zichron Yaakov
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 18°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 5 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (7°), the warmest in August (23°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from May to June and in October. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from January to February, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 84 days a year, mostly from July 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 | 25 | 17° | 7° | 18.8° | 5.6 h | 11 | 73 |
| FebruaryFeb | 25 | 19° | 7° | 17.7° | 6.0 h | 9 | 64 |
| MarchMar | 46 | 22° | 10° | 17.7° | 7.0 h | 7 | 41 |
| AprilApr | 80 | 25° | 13° | 18.9° | 8.5 h | 4 | 19 |
| MayMay | 91 | 29° | 16° | 21.5° | 9.9 h | 1 | 6 |
| JuneJun | 96 | 32° | 19° | 24.9° | 11.0 h | 0 | 1 |
| JulyJul | 86 | 34° | 22° | 27.4° | 10.9 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 84 | 34° | 23° | 28.6° | 10.2 h | 0 | 0 |
| SeptemberSep | 91 | 33° | 21° | 28.2° | 8.8 h | 1 | 2 |
| OctoberOct | 94 | 30° | 18° | 26.4° | 7.1 h | 4 | 14 |
| NovemberNov | 84 | 24° | 12° | 23.7° | 6.3 h | 6 | 30 |
| DecemberDec | 37 | 19° | 8° | 21.0° | 5.4 h | 9 | 54 |
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
32.57° N, 34.95° E · 190 m · Asia/Jerusalem
Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Zichron Yaakov
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 25.5 – 27.1 °C
Swimming season: May – Dec
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Zichron Yaakov ranges from 17.7 °C in February to 28.6 °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 27.8 and 29.3 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 18.8° | 18.0° | 19.5° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 17.7° | 17.1° | 18.3° | fresh |
| MarchMar | 17.7° | 16.9° | 18.4° | fresh |
| AprilApr | 18.9° | 18.1° | 19.7° | fresh |
| MayMay | 21.5° | 20.7° | 22.5° | refreshing |
| JuneJun | 24.9° | 24.2° | 25.5° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 27.4° | 26.6° | 28.2° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.6° | 27.8° | 29.3° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 28.2° | 27.3° | 28.9° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 26.4° | 25.5° | 27.1° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 23.7° | 22.8° | 24.5° | pleasant |
| DecemberDec | 21.0° | 20.4° | 21.9° | refreshing |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Zichron Yaakov
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 7.1 of 11.4 hours of daylight in Zichron Yaakov, 62 % 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
Rain in Zichron Yaakov: 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, Zichron Yaakov has about 4 rainy days with 14 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Zichron Yaakov
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 25 min
- Fair skin
- about 30 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 & clouds
Wind and clouds in Zichron Yaakov
How breezy and how cloudy Zichron Yaakov 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 Zichron Yaakov 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 25 % of the sky over Zichron Yaakov: mostly sunny, with about 7.1 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 & humidity
Heat and humidity in Zichron Yaakov
How often the day gets hot in Zichron Yaakov (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, Zichron Yaakov has about 15 hot days, with an average daytime high of 30 °C: often hot. Avoid the midday sun, look for shade and drink plenty.
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 Zichron Yaakov
Weather for your travel dates
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Zichron Yaakov 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.
Zichron Yaakov has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 94) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 31).
- 70
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 92
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 85
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Excellent
- 34 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 10.4 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 94
October half-term
Oct
ExcellentBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 31
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 5.5 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 4 h 45 min
- Distance
- 3,550 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.
Good to know: Israel
- Currency
- Israeli New Shekel (ILS)
- Language
- Hebrew
- Sockets
- Type C, H, M · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +972
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Zichron Yaakov vs Hadera
In October the holiday weather in Zichron Yaakov and Hadera is about equally good (score 94 vs 94). During the day it is about as warm in Hadera as in Zichron Yaakov. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Zichron Yaakov | Hadera |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 94 | 94 |
| Daytime high | 30° | 30° |
| Sea | 26° | 26° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 4 | 3 |
| Best time | May – Nov | May – Nov |
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In October, Zichron Yaakov ranks 1 of 31 destinations in this country.
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Frequently asked questions about Zichron Yaakov
When is the best time to visit Zichron Yaakov?
The best time to visit Zichron Yaakov is from May to November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Zichron Yaakov?
The sea temperature in Zichron Yaakov ranges from 17.7 °C in February to 28.6 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to December.
Can you swim in Zichron Yaakov in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 26.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Zichron Yaakov?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 17 °C.
When does it rain most in Zichron Yaakov?
The wettest month is January with 73 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 0 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Zichron Yaakov get?
Zichron Yaakov gets around 2,950 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 11.0 hours a day; in December there are 5.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Zichron Yaakov in?
Zichron Yaakov is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Zichron Yaakov?
A nonstop flight from London to Zichron Yaakov takes about 4 h 45 min, for a straight-line distance of about 3,550 km.
Which school holidays are best for Zichron Yaakov?
Zichron Yaakov has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 94) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 31). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 70, May half-term 92, summer holidays 85, October half-term 94, Christmas holidays 31.