Alexandria vs Tel Aviv

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Tel Aviv edges ahead as the better destination in May. Tel Aviv offers 13 hours of daily sunshine with only 1 rain days, while Alexandria sees 9 sunshine hours and 2 rain days.

Alexandria can feel quite hot at 40°C, so plan for heat. Tel Aviv is also comfortable at 27°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Tel Aviv is the stronger choice in May. Tel Aviv receives 4 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Alexandria reaches an average high of 40°C (104°F) and drops to 28°C (82°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Tel Aviv averages 27°C (81°F) for the high and 17°C (63°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°C. There is a notable 13°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.

Alexandria receives approximately 11 mm of rainfall across 2 rain days during May. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Tel Aviv sees 6 mm over 1 rain days. That makes Tel Aviv the drier option by 1 rain day and 5 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Alexandria averages 35% while Tel Aviv sits at 70%. Tel Aviv will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.