Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for May
| Metric | Alexandria | Tel Aviv | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 26°C (79°F) | 28°C (82°F)▲ | Tel Aviv |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 17°C (63°F) | 19°C (66°F)▲ | Tel Aviv |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 1 days | 1 days | Tie |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 1 mm▲ | 15 mm | Alexandria |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 13h/day▲ | 7h/day | Alexandria |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 70% | 65%▲ | Tel Aviv |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 9 | 9 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 19 km/h | 15 km/h▲ | Tel Aviv |
Alexandria and Tel Aviv are closely matched in May. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.
Alexandria sits in the comfortable travel range at 26°C. Tel Aviv is also comfortable at 28°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in May. Alexandria receives 6 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Alexandria reaches an average high of 26°C (79°F) and drops to 17°C (63°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Tel Aviv averages 28°C (82°F) for the high and 19°C (66°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.
Alexandria receives approximately 1 mm of rainfall across 1 rain days during May. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.
Tel Aviv sees 15 mm over 1 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.
Humidity also differs: Alexandria averages 70% while Tel Aviv sits at 65%. Alexandria will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.
Highs of 26°C, lows of 17°C, 1 rain days
Highs of 28°C, lows of 19°C, 1 rain days
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. May is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Alexandria | Tel Aviv | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 17°C | 6d | 16°C | 6d |
| Feb | 18°C | 4d | 19°C | 5d |
| Mar | 20°C | 2d | 22°C | 4d |
| Apr | 23°C | 1d | 26°C | 2d |
| May | 26°C | 1d | 28°C | 1d |
| Jun | 28°C | 0d | 29°C | 1d |
| Jul | 30°C | 0d | 28°C | 1d |
| Aug | 30°C | 0d | 26°C | 2d |
| Sep | 29°C | 0d | 22°C | 4d |
| Oct | 27°C | 1d | 19°C | 5d |
| Nov | 23°C | 3d | 16°C | 6d |
| Dec | 19°C | 5d | 15°C | 7d |
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