August Disguised as Fall: Thunderstorms, Extreme Heatwave Expected as Israel Nears End of Summer

Jerusalem area breaks record for highest summer rainfall

The extreme summer weather is expected to continue with a forecast for thunderstorms along Israel’s eastern border.

August disguised as fall: Thunderstorms, extreme heatwave expected as Israel nears end of summer

The unusual forecast follows heavy rainfall in eastern Israel on Saturday, when large amounts of rain fell within a short period, causing flooding and flash floods.

Rare August rain showers Jerusalem, West Bank; Flood warnings issued

Rainfall of more than 20 millimeters in August has been recorded only four times since measurements began in Israel. More rain and possible flooding are forecast for Sunday

Summer surprise: Thunderstorms, flooding hit Israel

Unseasonable rain swept parts of Israel, with 18.4 mm falling in Maaleh Adumim, flooding in Jerusalem, and key highway temporarily closed amid fears of flash floods.

Rare August rain hits Israel, breaks records and sends water rushing through Judean Desert

Jerusalem sees heavy showers as Ma’ale Adumim logs record rainfall and Nahal Og records its first known summer flood

Rare summer storm breaks Jerusalem’s all-time August rainfall record in one hour

The Israel Meteorological Service says 11 mm fell in Ma’ale Adumim within 60 minutes, breaking the August record since measurements began, as thunderstorms hit Jerusalem and flood warnings remain in effect