UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Haifa, Israel 
will be up to 9.5, indicating a very high level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-05-10
With a UV index of 9.5 in Haifa, it's crucial to safeguard your skin from harmful UV rays. Protect yourself by minimizing sun exposure, wearing protective clothing, and applying SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours.
Haifa's UV index is generally high, especially in summer, often reaching levels 8 to 11, which means the sun's rays are very strong during midday and early afternoon. The UV index is lower in winter, typically between 2 and 5.
Haifa has hot, dry summers with temperatures often above 30°C (86°F) and mild, rainy winters where temperatures range from 10°C to 18°C (50°F to 64°F). Rain mostly falls between November and March, with almost no rain in summer.
Compared to other parts of Israel, Haifa is cooler and more humid because it lies on the Mediterranean coast. It is milder than inland desert areas and wetter than southern parts like Eilat. Neighboring Lebanon shares similar coastal weather patterns.
See the UV index hour by hour for Haifa, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.