Israel is experiencing a welcome shift in weather patterns just in time for the High Holidays, with forecasters predicting relief from recent heat as Rosh Hashanah approaches. The Jewish New Year, which begins Friday evening, will bring particularly pleasant conditions to mountainous areas.
Wednesday's forecast calls for partly cloudy to clear skies across the country. Temperatures will dip slightly, particularly in highland and inland regions, though readings will remain somewhat above seasonal averages. Thursday is expected to bring similar conditions with little change in temperature levels.
Friday, the eve of Rosh Hashanah, will see another modest temperature decline accompanied by reduced heat stress. Evening hours on the holiday itself should prove especially comfortable in mountain zones, according to meteorological forecasts.
Throughout the two-day holiday observance, Saturday and Sunday, skies will remain partly cloudy to clear. Saturday's temperatures are expected to hold steady, while both holiday days should see heat levels and temperatures typical for this time of year. The gradual cooling trend represents a shift from the warmer-than-average conditions that preceded the holiday period.
