After hibernating in our homes due to travel restrictions, winter is almost upon us, and hibernation is the last thing on our minds. Although hard to believe, Israel does have cooler weather and there are things do in Israel in the winter. While the temperatures are slightly warmer in November, between December and February, the mercury can fall between 56-64 Fahrenheit, remaining mostly sunny. Pack away vests and tank tops though and bring light jackets and long sleeves. The weather is wilder, rain may well fall in January, but it is hardly a north European or Canadian winter.<\/p>\n
There are many places to visit in Israel in winter. You will even find skiers on the snow-topped Mount Hermon, in northern Israel, just hours from the country\u2019s sandy beaches. The country\u2019s bakeries see snow too, well sugar, on the donuts as the festival of Chanukah comes to town. Christmas visits to Jaffa, Jerusalem and Nazareth are beyond special for Christian visitors. With Jerusalem chilly and hilly, this is a superb time to head down south to Eilat for warmer, drier weather and to enjoy snorkeling, scuba diving, swimming with dolphins and other exciting outdoor activities.<\/p>\n