Climate of Gaza, Palestine
Area-weighted average across Gaza. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Gaza, a subdivision of Palestine, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 12.9°C / 55.2°F in January to 26.8°C / 80.2°F in August, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 68 mm / 2.7 in depending on the season (283 mm / 11.1 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12.9°C55.2°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| February | 13.6°C56.5°F | 46 mm1.8″ | — |
| March | 15.6°C60.1°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 19°C66.2°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 21.6°C70.9°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 24.4°C75.9°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 26.4°C79.5°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 26.8°C80.2°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 25.5°C77.9°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| October | 22.9°C73.2°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 18.5°C65.3°F | 51 mm2″ | — |
| December | 14.4°C57.9°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Gaza?
The best months to visit Gaza, Palestine for sunny, dry weather are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 26.8°C / 80.2°F, and the driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Gaza?
Gaza, Palestine has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 12.9°C / 55.2°F in January to 26.8°C / 80.2°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 283 mm / 11.1 in, with the wettest month being December (68 mm / 2.7 in) and the driest June (0 mm / 0 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Gaza?
The hottest month in Gaza is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.8°C / 80.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Gaza?
The coldest month in Gaza is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 12.9°C / 55.2°F.
When does it rain most in Gaza?
The wettest month in Gaza is December, averaging about 68 mm / 2.7 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in.