Rest on the sea in Israel January. The best prices for tours to Israel at the moment. What weather is waiting in January
A visit to Israel planned target. Excursion of religious orientation. The beach holiday was not planned, went in January.
What weather is waiting in January
Israel met Morning Cool. He knew on the calendar of winter, but expected the weather to be warmer. In the baseball cap frozen ears. In the afternoon, the sun has become more fun. Winter hat did not have to get. next week Showed: Sunglasses captured correctly. The thermometer demonstrated 18 degrees, the sun looked through the clouds. Fly in January - clothing take the Russian September.
Jerusalem Tourist
For any believer, the ride in Jerusalem is special.
About spiritual values, details of the most important excursion christian Mira Telted enough. I want to tell me that I bothered. Before departing to Israel, it was morally tuned to an introverted, serious wave. Fair failed to concentrate on religious values. The apogem was the path of Christ. A narrow street limited from two sides by the walls. A huge number of sightseeing groups, mainly the Japanese (what are they doing here?!), Tried to learn between us with loud cries, emotional explanations, crowds ranging to photograph any significant inscription. The main dissident impression is the market. Throughout the way there are merchants, narrowing a small passage. Trade all. Tomatoes and strawberries were especially remembered, the illiquid fruits were lying right under their feet, feared to come, slip. Sacred thoughts gradually disappeared.
Going to a similar trip, do not be surprised:
- market on the way;
- chaotic sightseeing groups;
- photo list where it is prohibited;
- just mud (I remember the pure opening of the Vatican).
Place holy, great. Not a landmark, much more significant. I want more respectful attitude towards the shrine.
Israel is a great place to relax at any time of the year. No exception and January. Climatic conditions These are that you can even manage to swim, most importantly, choose the right resort for these purposes (the Eypta is suitable on the Red Sea). Well, if the weather does not allow you to enjoy the reception of sea and sunbathing, then this time is perfect for excursions on the promised land. Another destination that is widespread among tourists - improvement, because of healing properties Dead Sea Know all over the world.
Weather
At the air temperature, characteristic of Israel at the beginning of the year, can hardly be said that in the yard of winter. At the same time, January is the coldest month of the year. For this period are also characterized rain. But the snow cover for Israel is a rarity, because at night the thermometer's column does not fall even to the zero mark.
The warmest sea in January is red, so at good weather you can even swim, especially if you choose an EiPlat bay, which is characterized by its microclimate. In Matv and the Mediterranean seas, the temperature is lower, so it is unlikely to be able to enjoy swimming.
Features of the weather
Considering the fact that Israel is in seven climatic zones, in different regions Weather countries may vary. However, these deviations are not too significant. In general, winter is soft and warm here. Discomfort can be rained, which at this time is not uncommon. The exception is all the same Eypt (although it is considered the rainy month of the year), because 359 out of 365 days here is solar. Low temperatures And even the snow is observed only in mountainous areas, at lowlands and the coast of the sediment falls in the form of rain.
Prices for flights
Israel can be called Mecca tourist pilgrimage. Touch the shrines here seek the believers of all denominations from all over the world. And the airfare has never been a budget way to travel. Choosing from all airports, the least cost will be the flight to Tel Aviv, although there are in the country and other airports.
The most budget accommodation is in Eiplat and Haifa, where the standard double room of a 3-hithering hotel will have to pay from 1,919 rubles per night. The most expensive option among hotels 3 * - Ein Bokek, where the night for two costs from 5,887 rubles. At the rest of the resorts, the price for similar services ranges from from 3.2 to 4.0 thousand rubles.
Which can offer a country
The first thing that can be associated with rest in Israel at the beginning of the year is, of course, the rehabilitation and sightseeing. There is also a place for active winter fun - Hermon Mountain Plateau. It is located in the coldest location of the country - Golan, which is approximately 3 hours drive from the sea resort - Netanya.
Since January 2011, a winter jazz festival has been held, which is created by analogy with the summer, passing in August.
Another interesting event of January is the international marathon in Tiberia, which in 2015 will be held the 9th day in the 38th time. Already, by the way, registration is open. The route runs through the picturesque places - near Lake Kernet, in the Jordan valley, through the Jordan River. All coming to the finish receive commemorative gifts, and for all participants near the hotel Golden Tulip Club, which is the foundation destination, the party is organized. If the marathon is not forces (this is all so more than 42 km of distance), you can participate in shorter - by 5 or 10 km.
The first half of January for Orthodox - a special time, at this time a lot of pilgrims are sent to Israel, so in Bethlehem, Jerusalem and the Valley of the Jordan River will be crowded.
There is a considerable number of tourists in the world who believe that the January holiday in Israel, despite the rains, is unmatched. They book a hotel buy tickets and with great interest spend their winter holidays in this country. The tour calendar will try to figure out what can fill a trip to the holy land in the midst of winter.
Weather in Israel in January
January in Israel is considered the coldest and rainy month of the year. However, the definition of "cold" is more closer to local residents than tourists. For Russians reigning during this period of time the weather is akin to the one that stands in the central regions of Russia in mid-September. Agree to return to your the Velvet season In the midst of a snowy winter - a big luxury, and also affordable (what will be discussed at the very end of the article). The warmer, as always, in Eilat, located in the south of the country. In the morning there may be still zyabko, but the air is usually heated to +21 ° C. True, at night, in view of a large temperature inherent in the city, it becomes very cold - an average of +10 ° C. Nevertheless, this is the most favorable coastal resort for recreation, for the amount of precipitation falls in January does not exceed 4 mm here, which is about 2 inexpressible days in the equivalent. Despite the soft subtropical climate in the cities located on the shore Mediterranean Seamay be a little cool. Day in Netanya and Tel Aviv is recorded around +18 ° C, and after sunset environment cool up to +10 ° C. In the Northern Resort of Haifa, daily fluctuations of the thermometer column range from + 11 ° C to +16 ° C.
Jerusalem Tel Aviv Haifa Eilat
However, it is not only in temperature indicators, but also in the amount of precipitation reaching in January of its maximum, and in the level of humidity (as a rule, increasing by the evening) affecting the overall perception weather conditions. The quieter of the northern and central parts of Israel. For example, in Eilat, at least 15 days marked with precipitation, in Tel Aviv, this period is reduced to 11 days, Jerusalem is limited to 10 days (in the evening the air is cooled here to +6 ° C), and there are only 8 in the resorts of the dead sea . However, it should be understood that the nature of the January weather is quite changed and the guarantee that there will be so many rainy days as indicated, no one can give. Sometimes in the north the rains turn into daily or protracted shower, which covers almost the whole month. Heaven seems to be breaking, and to patch this "hole" by anyone. In the south, on the contrary, the weather is inclined to prevent surprises in the form of windless sunny daysWhen it is quite possible to fit in a swimsuit and go to the beach.
What to do in Israel in January?
Israel is good at any time of the year. In particular, in January, rest here will appreciate those who do not tolerate two things: exhausted sultry weather and dust storms, as well as universal tourist excitement, manifested in huge queues to religious and historical memos. Festive turmoil is already behind, which means that you can enjoy calm and measured rest. And the joy obtained from this cannot be overshadowed by even the strongest showers, which is very happy nature: the soil, abundantly absorbing moisture, responds with a richness of juicy greenery. So the sighting attractions can be combined with a pleasant contemplation not for the season of spring landscapes.
Beach rest
In order to go swimming on the Mediterranean Sea of \u200b\u200bIsrael in January, you need to be either a strong original or a real Siberian, which is not necessary, given the fact that in January there are already very few sun, and the bulk of days is marked by windy cloud weather.
In addition, the water is cooled on average to +18 ° C (the exception is only the northern resort of Haifa with +17 ° C), and large waves are often raised, the dead sea in January is somewhat warmer, nevertheless the water is very invigorating - no more than +20 ° C. Of course, an Eilat with +22 ° C remains the leader among resort destinations in January. The water off the coast is not cooled below this mark due to deep-water warm current.
There are no strong winds in the Eilat Bay, so the most popular occupation is not bathing, but snorkeling. No invisible to the "kingdom of Neptune" expects a meeting with kilometers of the world of coral reef, which is home for a variety of species marine inhabitantsRated landscapes with gross and gorges, and at will and underwater photography with colorful fish.
Entertainment and excursions
If the weather allows, be sure to go to the Negev desert, which clearly demonstrates where the Jews lived a few centuries ago, and what was on the site of modern Israel. Do not apply the same visitors located nearby the authentic cities of Ashkelon and Ofamik, and then be sang in the capital of Beer Sheva in the capital, where the popular tourist object is located - the well of Abraham. Those who feed their energy to shops in Israel will be able to find out what shopping is in large. To do this, take the will in the fist and come to the world's largest diamond exchange, where every day are multimitular transactions.
"And the will of the will?" - you ask. And despite the fact that the temptation to spend a form of $ 5.000- $ 10.000 (if there is such a sum of money) for some kind of cute ring is very large. January is just as good (read - not overlad) in terms of concern for your own health, since the cost of procedures in the SPA-centers of the Dead Sea in the middle of winter is reduced.
Holidays and festivals
According to the Jewish calendar, in January 2013, the Israelis meet an important holiday for all of their people " New Year Trees "(" TU BI-SWAT "), annually falling on the 15th day of the" Schwat ". This event symbolizes the end of the rainy season and the beginning of the new growing season (deeper meaning: the revival of nature to the new life). On this day, it is customary to plant trees.
Eilat is the southernmost city of Israel, which is why the most long stay On our New Year holidays, we preferred to spend here. Of the 7 days in Eilat, only 2 days was cool and windy, the remaining 5 we enjoyed the weather + 24- +25 degrees and beach rest.
The temperature of the water in the Red Sea from +20 to +22 degrees of heat. Very burtrite, so if you like to swim longer, in January it is better to go to warmer countries.
In general, the weather is not stable and the rest will be on the principle of "how lucky". Even if during the day you will sunbathe and swim, take a lightweight autumn jacket for the evening. After sunset (approximately 17:00), the air temperature drops sharply, and the wind is intensified.
Eilat borders with Egypt and Jordan.
Cross the border here and go on the journey even further than an excellent option. Before the border with Egypt can be reached in less than an hour, for example, on the usual flight city bus 15.
Eilat is a duty-free zone. Therefore, there are even local, not to mention tourists. But Tax FREE will not succeed. In January, good sales and discounts. It is here that we bought Israeli cosmetics. In all the store prices are approximately the same, but still, before you decide to purchase (with a large amount, you can get a discount), go through all stores and ask.
The city of Eilat is very small, in the center, almost immediately by the sea is the airport. Taxi is cheap 25-30 shekels for traveling around the city. But there may be an extra charge if you are more than 2 people and you have a lot of baggage. The difference is not essential and, honestly, it is not necessary to go into it much.
Also, in two and a half hours of driving from Eilat there is a dead sea and you can easily take a tour or go there on your own by bus ( about my holiday on the Dead Sea you can find out here .)
What is interesting to rest in Eilat
I rested in Eilat in January 2016 with my parents. We flew to the airoport Tel Aviv and first reached Jerusalem, and further, by 444 bus, which runs to Eilat several times a day, reached the southernmost city of Israel. (More details about our travel from Tel Aviv to Eilat you can find out here ...)
When choosing housing, the entire city can be divided into 2 parts: the one, which by the sea, and the rest, located slightly higher on the hill. Therefore, choosing an object of placement on the map, consider this factor. We happened to live there and there.
The first apartments of Rich Luxury Suites were on the mountain. Accordingly, we received from the advantages: low price and an inexpensive supermarket around the corner.
More expensive apartments of the same Rich Royal Suites Eilat network are closer to the sea and very original directly opposite the airport.
We were satisfied with living in both apartments.
The city of Eilat personally did not leave some strong impressions for me. The most interesting thing is probably flying over the head of the aircraft right above the beach.
Pleasant promenade only on the coastline near expensive hotels.
Here, perhaps, the best views.
I really liked the tangerine trees growing on the balconies.
In Eilat, we had mostly beach holidays. Comfortable temperature for sunbathing and bathing from about 10: 00-11: 00 am to 17:00 pm. Sun beds and umbrellas, dressing cabins, there is everywhere throughout the entire beach strip. The cost is 12 shekels. The sea in Eilat is clean, you can bathe without special shoes, fish and corals are almost no.
To see them, we went on the above bus 15, to the coral beach. The fare of 6.90 Shekels. We went to the next stop after Dolphini Rifa, under the signboard Coral Beach Club.
This beach is less suitable for a regular tourist, because of the not convenient entry, it is best to take slippers with you. Umbrellas and lounge chairs are in the rental, but there are almost no hotels nearby.
But the many dive clubs will delight lovers of the underwater world.
And for these services, even with an increase in the price for the Russian tourist almost 2 times, it seemed to me quite adequate.
There is information in Russian.
Near the shore of livestock and corals a little more than on the city beach, but there is nothing particularly there. Pay attention to such places as:
Neptune Tables, Dolphin Reef (Dolphin Reef), sunken ship (Satil), Paradis Reef (Paradise Reef), Yatush (Yatush), Eel Garden, Natural Reserve (Coral Beach Nature Reserve), Japanese Gardens (Japanese Gardens), Lighthouse Reef, Caves (The Caves) in general, in some of them and offers to go to the priceist.
But I postponed the immersion until the warmer season.
From the beach, we walk along the route walked to the stop of the riff dolphin. We went to familiarize yourself with the information.
The rest is easy on this beautiful artificially created beach with palm trees -67 shekels. Paying SPA -339 Shekels (time travelers in SPA 2 hours) and spend the rest of the beach for free if you come in the morning, then breakfast for free, as I understood, there is champagne and wine that is also included in the price.
There are 3 pools in Spa: warm with sea water, with music and ordinary fresh, as well as baths. You can pay extra instrument who will teach how to relax in the pool with music.
The same, if you decide to swim with dolphins for 290 shekels, the rest of the day on the beach you get as a gift.
I am not a lover of similar entertainment with animals, but on this dolphinarium there is information that the dolphins are in vivo in the bay and if they don't want to swim with you, then sorry, will not force.
Again due to the temperature regime, we decided to postpone the attraction until better and went back to the city center. Please note that 15 bus, back rides the 16th number.
In Eilat, there is still an underwater observatory, for those who want to do without extreme diving and admire the local inhabitants of the underwater world.
Perhaps we have missed something else, resting in Eilat, but it's just a reason to return there again.
January - one of those months when a sufficient amount of weekend appears in order to go somewhere to relax and relax. If the familiar winter resorts are tired of you, we advise you to go to Israel in January. We promise that the trip will be unforgettable, since this month is distinguished by the abundance of church holidays, tens of thousands of pilgrims come to the country.
So, what to see in Israel in winter, what kind of weather is waiting for travelers and at what resorts you can relax? We will tell about it further.
January Weather in Israel
Weather in Israel in January is rapid. Despite the overall softness of the local subtropical climateThis is generally a pretty cool month. In the Mediterranean, for example, in January, do not swim if you, of course, is not an extreme swimming amateur.
Temperature in Israel in January
The coast of the Mediterranean Sea is Haifa, Netanya, Tel Aviv - this month usually has a temperature of about 17 degrees. At the same time, it goes down to 10 at night. The temperature in Israel in January does not really have to beach holiday. A little warmer near the Red Sea - up to 21 degrees during the day, at night here is the same as near the Mediterranean - about 10. The approximate water temperature is up to 17 degrees on the Mediterranean, to 22 - on red. If you can not without swimming - it is better to still limit the heated pools in hotels.
Nearby is also a desert, where the temperature of the night air is completely lowered to zero. Wishing to go to Israel we advise you to stock warm clothing for evening walks and easy - for daytime. Otherwise, you risk getting sick, and then the rest will not be so colorful and memorable.
January - Rainy Month
What is the weather in Israel in January? Israel is a rather rainy month when relative humidity May fluctuate from 50 to 72%, depending on the remoteness of the desert and the approach of the sea. Famous subtropical rainy season, lasting from November to April, in January enters his peak. This, of course, is not the tropics with constant incessant shoes, but without an umbrella and jackets at this time of year it will be difficult here. Permanent rains are another reason why you should forget about the sea for a while, as they do not have a comfortable swimming.
Health Resorts in Israel in winter
If when traveling in January to Israel is not paying great attention to the beach holiday, you can safely ride. The coast of the Dead Sea, famous for its wellness resorts, is best suited for these purposes. average temperature Here is within 20-22 degrees, the water temperature will be below a pair of degrees.
Since water is not simple, and it contains a huge number of different minerals, it seems more warm at any time of the year, including in winter. Beneficial features Water also do not disappear anywhere round yearSo January in Israel can be used at least in order to seriously engage in your health. On the coast of the Dead Sea, rains are rain less often, the humidity on average is at night 40. Unlike other places of the country, here they will not interfere with you to rest.
Ein-Bokek Resort
The most popular resort that can provide a wonderful holiday in Israel in January, Ein-Bokek. This is a whole hotel chain by the Dead Sea. There are many modern spa centers, wellness complexes, closed pools with heated sea water. Here are the medical centers and clinics in which you, however, will be taken only in the presence of medical maps with a description of the history of the disease.
In general, Ein-Bokek is one of the most popular resorts in the country, so you should specify the availability of places in advance.
Where to go to Israel in January?
Improvement and resorts are a good thing, but sometimes you want some more vivid impressions of the rest. If you allow you to health and mood, in January in Israel it is worth going to go at least because there are several of the most important Christian holidays - Christmas and baptism that pilgrims come from around the world. And this is a great opportunity to take part in this event and for you.
So, among the main places of pilgrimage in Israel, it is worth noting Jerusalem, Nazareth, Bethlehem. Cool weather, without the weighting heat for this southern country, only has a trip to the Christian shrines. It is worth seeing their own eyes the places that are described in the Holy Book called the Bible and were the scene for the most important events. christian history. Their visit will give you the impressions that you will not forget until the end of your days. January 6, on Christmas Day, hundreds (if not thousands) Tourists try to get to the festive liturgy in the christmas christ of Christ, which is located in Bethlehem.
The night of January 19 is the time of another most important holiday in Christianity, baptism. This time you can go to the ablution in where, according to the Christian tradition, two thousand years ago, Jesus Christ himself was baptized. Do not forget to visit the most important shrine of the Christian religion in Jerusalem - the coffin of the Lord.
Although the grueling rides in the country can and tire you, believe that it costs it. In addition, you have a wonderful opportunity to combine rest at the resorts of the Dead Sea with pilgrimage, if you go to the country for the whole month. In any case, come and make sure about it.