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Eilat in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Eilat in May will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Eilat, based on historical data.
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May

Weather in Eilat in May 2024

Good Weather
Hot
☀️
Sunny
Are you considering a trip to Eilat in May? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +95°F and about 27 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 0 rainy days and 1 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • May is usually the driest month of the year in Eilat

Average weather

☀️
+95°F
Avg. max. temperature
+54°F
Min.
+113°F
Max.
1 mm
Total precipitation
32%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
27 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
0 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Eilat has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Eilat in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Eilat for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in May is +91°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +104°F during the day and a minimum of +61°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 29% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +88°F to +100°F.

Is Eilat warm or cold in May?

Eilat is typically hot in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +86°F to +95°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +61°F to +68°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Eilat:

Climate in Eilat in May

Eilat weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+86°F+95°F+99°F
Min. temperature
+45°F+54°F+59°F
Max. temperature
+108°F+113°F+117°F
Rainfall
2 mm1 mm0 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s4 m/s
Humidity
36%32%32%
Air pressure
1011 HPa1009 HPa1007 HPa
Sunny days
252730
Cloudy days
540
Rainy days
000
Snowy days
000

May typically has worse weather conditions compared to April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +86°F to +95°F during the day. As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 2 mm to 1 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 36% to 32%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 3 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 25 to 27.

June brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Eilat in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Eilat is gradually increasing during May, going from 3 m/s to 6 m/s over the course of the month.

How was the weather last May in Eilat?

This is the weather in Eilat in May 2023:
1 May
☀️
+87°F
2 May
☀️
+96°F
3 May
🌫️
+99°F
4 May
🌫️
+86°F
5 May
☀️
+81°F
6 May
☀️
+78°F
7 May
☀️
+82°F
8 May
☀️
+87°F
9 May
☀️
+98°F
10 May
☀️
+88°F
11 May
☀️
+89°F
12 May
☀️
+88°F
13 May
🌫️
+97°F
14 May
🌫️
+105°F
15 May
🌫️
+89°F
16 May
☁️
+86°F
17 May
☀️
+90°F
18 May
☀️
+93°F
19 May
☀️
+93°F
20 May
☀️
+96°F
21 May
☀️
+96°F
22 May
☀️
+86°F
23 May
☀️
+88°F
24 May
☀️
+92°F
25 May
☀️
+95°F
26 May
☀️
+96°F
27 May
☀️
+99°F
28 May
☀️
+99°F
29 May
☀️
+99°F
30 May
☀️
+102°F
31 May
☀️
+100°F
In May 2023 Eilat had 25 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +91°F, with an absolute maximum of +104°F and a minimum of +77°F. The average humidity was 27%, with a maximum of 64% and a minimum of 8%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Eilat climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Eilat in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1986 (+90°F) and the highest in 2021 (+101°F). The driest year was 1994 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 0 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Eilat in May:

Is May a good time to visit Eilat?

May is a really good time to go to Eilat. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Eilat.

Can you sunbathe in Eilat in May?

Absolutely, May is hot in Eilat. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Eilat rainy in May?

Eilat is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Eilat in May?

Yes, Eilat is sunny in May. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.

Other cities in Israel

Check out the weather for other cities in Israel.

Monthly weather in Eilat

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Eilat, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.