Uvda (Israel)

Area Arid Negev region with archaeological sites and military use

A broad Negev plateau near Eilat known for open desert terrain and archaeological sites; visitors come for desert walks, archaeological remains and wide horizons popular with photographers and stargazers.

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Uvda (Israel)
Uvda region, Southern District, Israel (Negev desert)
29.9446, 34.9415

How to Get to Uvda (Israel) #

Uvda is reached by road from Beer Sheva and Eilat; the Uvda Airport provides limited flights near Ovda. Most visitors approach by car along Route 25/40 and regional desert tracks; a 4x4 is helpful for remote forays.

Tips for Visiting Uvda (Israel) #

  • If interested in archaeological or biblical-era context, join a guided tour - local guides provide historical layers and site logistics.
  • The desert can be deceptively hot by day and cold at night; plan clothing for wide temperature swings.
  • Look for Bedouin-run camps and small markets nearby for local crafts and storytelling.

Best Time to Visit Uvda (Israel) #

Best visited in spring or autumn for mild temperatures; summers can be extremely hot.

Spring
March-May · 60-80°F (15-27°C)
Mild days and blooming desert flowers make for comfortable exploration.
Autumn
September-November · 65-85°F (18-29°C)
Balanced temperatures after summer heat; good for hiking and vehicle excursions.

Weather & Climate near Uvda (Israel) #

Climate

Uvda (Israel)'s climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 35°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JuneSeptemberOctober
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
45°
Warmest Month
-2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
16°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.4h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
17°
55%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
11.0h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
21°
49%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 26°
41%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
17° 31°
37%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
13.5h daylight

June

June is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
19° 34°
38%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
13.9h daylight

July

July is the warmest month, feeling like 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
21° 35°
40%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
13.7h daylight

August

August is warm, feeling like 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
21° 35°
45%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
13.1h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
19° 33°
50%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

99 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
16° 28°
52%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
11.3h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

87 Excellent

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 22°
52%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
10.6h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
17°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.2h daylight

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