Tel Aviv Temperature Market Guide
LLBG • Ben Gurion International Airport
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Tel Aviv, Israel's coastal metropolis, offers a Mediterranean climate trading opportunity characterized by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. The city's position on the eastern Mediterranean coast creates a climate dominated by sea breezes and distinct seasonal patterns.
Quick Facts
| Station Code | LLBG |
|---|---|
| Location | Tel Aviv, Israel |
| Coordinates | 32.0114°N, 34.8867°E |
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Timezone | IST (Asia/Jerusalem) |
| NWS Office | Israel Meteorological Service |
About LLBG Weather Station
Ben Gurion International Airport (LLBG) serves as the primary weather observation station for the greater Tel Aviv area. Located about 20 kilometers southeast of Tel Aviv near the city of Lod, the airport sits at 135 feet (41 meters) elevation.
The station's inland position from the coast means it experiences slightly more extreme temperatures than the Tel Aviv beachfront. Temperature observations follow Israel Meteorological Service (IMS) standards.
Israel's location at the junction of three continents creates a climate influenced by Mediterranean, desert, and occasionally tropical air masses.
The station's inland position from the coast means it experiences slightly more extreme temperatures than the Tel Aviv beachfront. Temperature observations follow Israel Meteorological Service (IMS) standards.
Israel's location at the junction of three continents creates a climate influenced by Mediterranean, desert, and occasionally tropical air masses.
Climate Patterns
Tel Aviv has a hot-summer Mediterranean climate (Koppen: Csa) with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. The summer months (June-September) are virtually rain-free with consistent sunshine.
Summer highs typically reach 30-32°C (86-90°F) along the coast, but Ben Gurion Airport often sees 33-35°C due to its inland position. Heat waves from the Arabian desert (Sharav conditions) can push temperatures above 40°C.
Winters are mild with highs around 17-19°C (63-66°F). Rain falls almost exclusively between October and April.
Summer highs typically reach 30-32°C (86-90°F) along the coast, but Ben Gurion Airport often sees 33-35°C due to its inland position. Heat waves from the Arabian desert (Sharav conditions) can push temperatures above 40°C.
Winters are mild with highs around 17-19°C (63-66°F). Rain falls almost exclusively between October and April.
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Winter (December - February): Mild with highs 16-19°C (61-66°F). Rainy periods from Mediterranean storms. Occasional cold snaps.
Spring (March - May): Warming rapidly. Sharav (heat wave) events begin. Transitional weather with last rains. Dust storms possible.
Summer (June - September): Hot and dry with highs 30-35°C (86-95°F). Virtually no rain. Sea breeze provides afternoon relief at coast. Sharav events bring extreme heat.
Autumn (October - November): Gradually cooling. First rains return. Pleasant conditions. Occasional late heat waves.
Spring (March - May): Warming rapidly. Sharav (heat wave) events begin. Transitional weather with last rains. Dust storms possible.
Summer (June - September): Hot and dry with highs 30-35°C (86-95°F). Virtually no rain. Sea breeze provides afternoon relief at coast. Sharav events bring extreme heat.
Autumn (October - November): Gradually cooling. First rains return. Pleasant conditions. Occasional late heat waves.
Trading Tips for Tel Aviv
Sharav (also called Hamsin) conditions are the key to extreme heat forecasts. These hot, dry easterly winds from the desert can push temperatures 10-15°C above normal for 2-5 days at a time.
The inland position of Ben Gurion Airport means it runs 2-4°C warmer than coastal Tel Aviv, especially during heat waves when the sea breeze doesn't reach the airport.
Summer is remarkably consistent - expect highs between 30-34°C with little day-to-day variation outside of Sharav events.
Watch for transitional season Sharav events in May, September, and October. These can bring the most extreme temperatures of the year.
Israel Meteorological Service provides detailed forecasts. Check for Sharav warnings which precede extreme heat events.
The inland position of Ben Gurion Airport means it runs 2-4°C warmer than coastal Tel Aviv, especially during heat waves when the sea breeze doesn't reach the airport.
Summer is remarkably consistent - expect highs between 30-34°C with little day-to-day variation outside of Sharav events.
Watch for transitional season Sharav events in May, September, and October. These can bring the most extreme temperatures of the year.
Israel Meteorological Service provides detailed forecasts. Check for Sharav warnings which precede extreme heat events.
Data Release Schedule
Typical release times for key data products at LLBG. Times shown in UTC.
| Data Type | Typical Time (UTC) | Variability |
|---|---|---|
| METAR Hourly observations |
Hourly at :53 | ±1 min |
6-Hour High/Low Reports
These METARs include 6-hour maximum and minimum temperatures, useful for tracking intraday temperature trends.
00:53 UTC
06:53 UTC
12:53 UTC
18:53 UTC
Note: Times are approximate and may vary. CLI reports are the official resolution source for temperature markets. See NWS Data Guide for more information.
Forecasting Challenges
Sharav Intensity: Heat wave events can exceed forecasts when desert air masses are stronger than anticipated.
Sea Breeze Penetration: The extent of afternoon sea breeze cooling at the inland airport varies and impacts daily highs.
Coastal vs Inland: Significant temperature differences between Tel Aviv beachfront and Ben Gurion Airport require careful location awareness.
Transitional Season Variability: Spring and autumn can swing between summer-like heat and winter-like conditions within days.
Sea Breeze Penetration: The extent of afternoon sea breeze cooling at the inland airport varies and impacts daily highs.
Coastal vs Inland: Significant temperature differences between Tel Aviv beachfront and Ben Gurion Airport require careful location awareness.
Transitional Season Variability: Spring and autumn can swing between summer-like heat and winter-like conditions within days.
Historical Temperature Records
Record High: 45.0°C (113°F) recorded during Sharav conditions.
Record Low: -1.0°C (30°F) recorded in February 1950.
Historical Note: Freezing temperatures are extremely rare in the Tel Aviv area. The record high reflects the intensity of Sharav events that periodically affect the region.
Record Low: -1.0°C (30°F) recorded in February 1950.
Historical Note: Freezing temperatures are extremely rare in the Tel Aviv area. The record high reflects the intensity of Sharav events that periodically affect the region.
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