Weather Comparison
Tel Aviv vs Alexandria
Side-by-side weather comparison for January
January Weather: Tel Aviv vs Alexandria
| Metric | Tel Aviv | Alexandria | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 16°C (61°F) | 17°C (63°F)▲ | Alexandria |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 10°C (50°F) | 11°C (52°F)▲ | Alexandria |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 11 days | 6 days▲ | Alexandria |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 101 mm | 24 mm▲ | Alexandria |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 9h/day | 9h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 70% | 70% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 2 | 2 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 19 km/h | 18 km/h▲ | Alexandria |
Which City is Better in January?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Alexandria edges ahead as the better destination in January. Alexandria offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 6 rain days, while Tel Aviv sees 9 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.
Tel Aviv sits in the comfortable travel range at 16°C. Alexandria is also comfortable at 17°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Alexandria is the stronger choice in January.
Temperature Comparison in January
Tel Aviv reaches an average high of 16°C (61°F) and drops to 10°C (50°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Alexandria averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 11°C (52°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in January.
Rainfall Comparison in January
Tel Aviv receives approximately 101 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Alexandria sees 24 mm over 6 rain days. That makes Alexandria the drier option by 5 rain days and 77 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.
What to Pack: Tel Aviv vs Alexandria
Packing for Tel Aviv in January
Highs of 16°C, lows of 10°C, 11 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
Packing for Alexandria in January
Highs of 17°C, lows of 11°C, 6 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers. These items are useful in either destination during January.
Year-Round Comparison: Tel Aviv vs Alexandria
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.January is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Tel Aviv | Alexandria | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 16°C | 11d | 17°C | 6d |
| Feb | 17°C | 9d | 18°C | 4d |
| Mar | 20°C | 6d | 20°C | 2d |
| Apr | 23°C | 3d | 23°C | 1d |
| May | 27°C | 1d | 26°C | 1d |
| Jun | 29°C | 0d | 28°C | 0d |
| Jul | 30°C | 0d | 30°C | 0d |
| Aug | 31°C | 0d | 30°C | 0d |
| Sep | 30°C | 1d | 29°C | 0d |
| Oct | 28°C | 3d | 27°C | 1d |
| Nov | 23°C | 6d | 23°C | 3d |
| Dec | 19°C | 10d | 19°C | 5d |
Tel Aviv Weather in January
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