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Water Temperature in the Red Sea in Eilat, Israel: Current, Historical Data and Forecast
On this page, you will find comprehensive information about the sea temperature in Eilat in Israel, including current readings, historical data and trends, monthly averages, as well as weather forecasts and upcoming temperature predictions. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.
Current Water Temperature in Eilat
21.3°C
TODAY
21.1°C
YESTERDAY
20.8°C
A WEEK AGO
Analysis, Historical Data, and Forecast of Water Temperature
Today sea water temperature in the Red Sea in Eilat is 21.3°C. The water is warm and pleasant for swimming, and in this range, one can stay in the water for extended periods without the risk of hypothermia. This is the ideal temperature for relaxation, swimming, and water sports. Families with children, as well as outdoor enthusiasts, will enjoy swimming and time spent in the water. For most people, this is the optimal temperature for a comfortable beach experience.
It is important to note that these swimming tips and recommendations apply only in good weather. When the air temperature is below 68°F (20°C), and sometimes even below 77°F (25°C), swimming can be unpleasant even with relatively high water temperatures.
Water Temperature Chart for Red Sea in Eilat Over the Last 30 Days
The water temperature in Eilat today is lower than both a week ago and a month ago. Today's sea temperature is generally in line with historical values for this day.
According to our forecast, the sea temperature in Eilat will remain nearly unchanged in the coming days, its value will be 21.4°C.
Actual nearshore water temperatures may fluctuate by several degrees from the reported values, especially following heavy rainfall or extended periods of strong winds. Certain wind patterns can cause colder, deeper waters to rise and replace the sun-warmed surface water, leading to noticeable variations.
Our forecast is based on a proprietary mathematical model that considers real-time water temperature changes, historical trends, key weather patterns, wind strength and direction, and air temperature specific to each region. Additionally, we incorporate data from other resorts across Israel to enhance accuracy.
Water temperature data for Eilat and nearby towns and resorts is gathered from various sources, including buoys and satellite sea and ocean surface maps provided by the NOAA agency. We also incorporate data from local authorities in each specific location worldwide to ensure more accurate temperature readings.
Table of Daily Sea Temperature Data
| Date | Current | Average | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 15 | 20.8°C | 21.0°C | |
| Feb 16 | 20.8°C | 20.8°C | |
| Feb 17 | 21.4°C | 21.3°C | |
| Feb 18 | 21.1°C | 21.5°C | |
| Feb 19 | 20.7°C | 21.3°C | |
| Feb 20 | 21.1°C | 21.3°C | |
| Feb 21 | 21.1°C | 21.0°C | |
| Feb 22 | 21.0°C | 21.3°C | |
| Feb 23 | 21.0°C | 21.3°C | |
| Feb 24 | 21.8°C | 21.4°C | |
| Feb 25 | 20.8°C | 21.3°C | |
| Feb 26 | 21.5°C | 21.3°C | |
| Feb 27 | 21.8°C | 21.4°C | |
| Feb 28 | 21.5°C | 21.4°C | |
| Mar 1 | 21.3°C | 21.4°C | |
| Mar 2 | 21.5°C | 21.4°C |
Sea Temperature in Eilat Throughout the Year
Throughout the year, the sea temperature in Eilat is always above 64°F (18°C), the sea temperature exceeds 72°F (22°C) for 265 days, and exceeds 77°F (25°C) for 150 days.
Below is the annual chart of sea temperature changes in the Red Sea in Eilat.
January
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 21°C | 22.5°C | 24°C |
February
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 19°C | 21°C | 23°C |
March
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 19°C | 21°C | 23°C |
April
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 20°C | 22°C | 24°C |
May
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 21°C | 23.5°C | 26°C |
June
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 23°C | 25.5°C | 28°C |
July
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 25°C | 27.5°C | 30°C |
August
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 26°C | 28.5°C | 31°C |
September
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 25°C | 27.5°C | 30°C |
October
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 24°C | 26.5°C | 29°C |
November
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 23°C | 25.5°C | 28°C |
December
| Minimum | Average | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| 22°C | 23.5°C | 25°C |
Monthly Water Temperature Histogram for Red Sea in Eilat
You can explore detailed data on how the water temperature in Eilat varies each month:
What Beaches Are There In and Around Eilat?
Penina Beach
Penina Beach is a 4-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Eilat. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
Park Avenue Beach
Park Avenue Beach is a 4-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Eilat. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
Hof Hasela Ha'Adom
Hof Hasela Ha'Adom is a 4-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Eilat. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
Aquamarine Beach
Aquamarine Beach is a 4-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Eilat. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
Kisuski Beach
Kisuski Beach is a 4-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Eilat. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
Nine Beach
Nine Beach is a 5-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Eilat. There are lifeguards on the beach. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
Mika Beach
Mika Beach is a 4-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Eilat. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
Hapnina Beach
Hapnina Beach is a 1-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Eilat.
Moriah Beach
Moriah Beach is a 5-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Eilat. There are lifeguards on the beach. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
Rimonim Beach
Rimonim Beach is a 5-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Eilat. There are lifeguards on the beach. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
Maman Beach
Maman Beach is a 4-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Eilat. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
Hof Meridien
Hof Meridien is a 4-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Eilat. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
Hadekel Beach
Hadekel Beach is a 4-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Eilat. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
Electricity Beach
Electricity Beach is a 3-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Eilat. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Electricity Beach is an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering good opportunities to catch local fish. Snorkeling is possible.
Mosh Beach
Mosh Beach is a 4-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Eilat. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
Royal Beach
Royal Beach is a 4-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Eilat. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
The Northern Beach
The Northern Beach is a 1-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Eilat.
Hilton Beach
Hilton Beach is a 4-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Eilat. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. It is suitable for surfing. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
Hananya Beach
Hananya Beach is a 4-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Eilat. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
Dan Eilat Beach
Dan Eilat Beach is a 4-stars sandy beach, is located directly in Eilat. There are lifeguards on the beach. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. There is a shark hazard on the beach. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
Eilat Weather
FEBRUARY 23
6°C / 14°C
clear skyhumidity: 48% | wind: 6 km/h
FEBRUARY 24
6°C / 17°C
few clouds: 11-25%humidity: 46% | wind: 5 km/h
FEBRUARY 25
10°C / 18°C
overcast clouds: 85-100%humidity: 30% | wind: 6 km/h
FEBRUARY 26
11°C / 13°C
broken clouds: 51-84%humidity: 42% | wind: 5 km/h
Sea Temperature in the Red Sea in Eilat: General Trends and Swimming Opportunities
The coastal area in the Southern District of Israel experiences a hot desert climate with very hot summers and mild winters. Despite being desert-like, humidity can be quite high due its proximity to the Mediterranean Sea.
Eilat is located in Middle East in the Northern Hemisphere at a latitude of 30 degrees, along the shores of the Red Sea. Eilat lies within the Southern District in Israel.
The average annual daytime air temperature in Eilat is 25°C (77°F), with the average nighttime temperature being 17°C (63°F). The highest average daily temperature occurs in August, reaching 32°C (89°F), while the lowest is in January at 18°C (64°F). As for nighttime temperatures, the minimum average temperature of 7°C (45°F) is recorded in January, and the maximum is in July, reaching 25°C (77°F).
According to historical data, Eilat experiences 49 rainy days per year, which accounts for 13 percent of all days in the year. On average, there are 4 rainy days each month. The wettest month is January, with 11 rainy days and 3 mm (0.1 inches) of precipitation, while the driest month is July, which typically has 0 rainy days and only 0 mm (0.0 inches) of precipitation.
The average annual water temperature in Red Sea in Eilat is 25°C (77°F). In February, the water reaches its lowest point of the year at 19°C (66°F), while in August, it peaks at 31°C (88°F). The months suitable for comfortable beach vacations and swimming in the Red Sea are January, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. During this period, the water temperature stays above 20°C (68°F) and can reach up to 31°C (88°F) on some days.
Geographical Location of Eilat
Frequently Asked Questions About Eilat and its Water Temperatures
What is the current sea temperature in Eilat?
The water temperature today in the Red Sea in Eilat is 70°F (21.3°C).
In which months is the water temperature in Eilat comfortable for swimming?
The water temperature in the Red Sea in Eilat is comfortable for swimming and beach vacations in January, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December.
What is the water temperature in Eilat during the winter?
The water temperature in the Red Sea in Eilat during the winter ranges from 19°C to 25°C (66°F to 77°F).
What is the water temperature in Eilat during the spring?
The water temperature in the Red Sea in Eilat during the spring ranges from 19°C to 26°C (66°F to 79°F).
What is the water temperature in Eilat during the summer?
The water temperature in the Red Sea in Eilat during the summer ranges from 23°C to 31°C (73°F to 88°F).
What is the water temperature in Eilat during the fall?
The water temperature in the Red Sea in Eilat during the fall ranges from 23°C to 30°C (73°F to 86°F).
Is it possible to swim in the sea in Eilat year-round?
No, it is not possible to swim in the Red Sea in Eilat year-round, the months suitable for comfortable swimming are January, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December.
Is Eilat a popular tourist destination for beach vacations?
Eilat a fairly popular beach destination, offering good conditions for swimming and relaxation, with a steady flow of tourists, especially during peak seasons.
What sea temperatures can I expect in Eilat in the next month?
In March, the water temperature in the Red Sea in Eilat will range between 66°F (19°C) and 73°F (23°C)