Unseasonably Warm February Begins in Israel

Warm Weather Patterns

The weekend has been characterized by unusually spring-like weather, with temperatures reaching around 20 degrees Celsius in the mountains and 24 degrees along the coastline and in the lowland regions. Meteorologists forecast a significant increase in temperatures tomorrow due to a flow of dry southern air moving into the area. Remarkably, such high temperatures, expected to reach 30 degrees Celsius, have not been recorded in early February for nearly 40 years, since February 1987.

Historical Context

High temperatures for this time of year are rare. While there were elevated readings in early February 2010, they did not reach the 30-degree mark. This year, as February begins, the anticipated highs signal an exceptional shift away from typical winter weather patterns.

Upcoming Weather Changes

A change in the weather is expected on Monday evening, with rain forecasted for the northern and central regions, continuing until Tuesday morning. Following these showers, winter conditions will depart from the region for an extended period starting Wednesday. The first third of February is anticipated to be strikingly warmer than average, providing a sense of early spring.

Seasonal Outlook

After a series of winter storms from mid-December until mid-January, the latter part of January observed a significant easing in winter conditions. Updated long-term forecasts suggest that February is likely to be drier than the long-term average, raising concerns about the overall winter precipitation levels this year.

In summary, Israel is set to experience an extraordinary start to February, with historically high temperatures and a departure from expected winter weather patterns.