Eshkol National Park
National Park Forest and recreation area with spring-fed pools
National park in Israel’s Southern District with trails and picnic areas; visited for outdoor recreation and the surrounding rural landscape.
How to Get to Eshkol National Park #
Eshkol National Park lies in Israel’s Southern District. Access is usually by road from nearby towns; visitors driving from major coastal cities (Ashdod, Ashkelon) should allow an hour or more depending on traffic. Confirm exact entry points with local signage or the Israel Nature and Parks Authority before setting out.
Tips for Visiting Eshkol National Park #
- If interested in birdwatching, bring binoculars and head for the hilltops at dawn - the park draws raptors and migrant passerines in spring and autumn.
- Visit early in the morning to avoid the heat and to see the landscapes when the colours are most striking.
- Check with Israel Nature and Parks Authority or local tourism offices for trail closures or seasonal grazing restrictions.
Best Time to Visit Eshkol National Park #
Eshkol National Park is most pleasant in spring and autumn when temperatures are moderate and the landscape is at its best.
Weather & Climate near Eshkol National Park #
Eshkol National Park's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 33°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain.
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June
June is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is the hottest month, feeling like 29°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain.
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November
November is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).
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December
December is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with 56 mm of rain.
