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Backpacking Potential

99/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

April, November, March

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January, June, July, August, September, December

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Weather

13°C – 29°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Haifa?

The best time to visit Haifa for backpacking is April, November, March, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs.

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Backpacking conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Haifa

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
76Good
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
13°121
February
85Excellent
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
14°93
March
95Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
16°50
April
99Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
20°21
May
94Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
23°5
June
80Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
26°0
July
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
29°0
August
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
29°0
September
65Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°1
October
85Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
24°19
November
96Excellent
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°63
December
86Excellent
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
15°117

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Haifa

When is the best time to visit Haifa for backpacking?

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The best time to visit Haifa for backpacking is typically in April, November, March, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Haifa?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Haifa, making it a year-round destination for backpacking.

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