Eilat, Israel: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
Traveling to Eilat, Israel? If you're planning to go to Eilat, this is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Eilat
- Important essentials for Eilat
- Activities for Eilat
- Eilat in January: weather and what to pack
- Eilat in February: weather and what to pack
- Eilat in March: weather and what to pack
- Eilat in April: weather and what to pack
- Eilat in May: weather and what to pack
- Eilat in June: weather and what to pack
- Eilat in July: weather and what to pack
- Eilat in August: weather and what to pack
- Eilat in September: weather and what to pack
- Eilat in October: weather and what to pack
- Eilat in November: weather and what to pack
- Eilat in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Eilat, Israel
Based on the climate and weather in Eilat, the best time to go is November. See below for details.
Important essentials for Eilat, Israel
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Eilat, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection available.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly product.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards may become worn. An unreadable vaccine card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some rural areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's wise to have a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a excellent option.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Airplane or car necessities
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Eilat. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some more rural areas you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone.
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For families with young children
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and H. This one works in most places, but check with your hotel.
What to wear/what to pack for Eilat, Israel by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January in Eilat is balmy, somewhat hazy and dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Standard footwear
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Dresses
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
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Light and heavy skirts
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Extra socks
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Pants or jeans
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Light jacket or fleece
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A rain poncho to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants will be essential in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We suggest:
If you visit the Eilat Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
Eilat has nice beaches. If you plan go to the beach, take:
February
February for Eilat is balmy, somewhat hazy and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (low 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Pants or jeans
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Standard footwear
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Extra socks
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Dresses
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We like:
If you visit the Eilat Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
Eilat has nice beaches. If you plan go to the beach, take:
March
March for Eilat is a perfect temperature, very hazy and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Extra socks
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We recommend:
If you visit the Eilat Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
Eilat has nice beaches. If you plan go to the beach, take:
April
If you visit Eilat during April, you will probably see that it is extremely hot, very hazy and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C). Humidity is generally between 20 and 30% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
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Insulated water bottle
Our fave also cleans dangerous contaminants:
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Sunglasses
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Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
If you visit the Eilat Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
Eilat has nice beaches. If you plan go to the beach, take:
May
If you visit Eilat during May, you are likely to notice that it is a scorcher, somewhat hazy and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 10 and 20% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Remember to bring extra, as these easily get wet or dirty.
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are specially designed to keep you cool and include UV protection.
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Light linen shorts
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Insulated water bottle
Bug bite relief
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Protecting pants/skirts
These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are developed to help you stay cool:
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Skirts
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
If you visit the Eilat Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
Eilat has nice beaches. If you plan go to the beach, take:
June
If you are traveling to Eilat in June, you will notice that it is sizzling and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the high 90s F (high 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Be sure pack extra, since these easily get wet or dirty.
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are engineered for cooling:
Bug bite relief
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Protecting legwear
These will keep you safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Light linen shorts
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are specially designed to help you stay cool and to provide UV protection.
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
If you visit the Eilat Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
Eilat has nice beaches. If you plan go to the beach, take:
July
July in this region can be sizzling and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 100s F (high 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Thin tank or crop tops
-
UV protecting legwear
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Light skirts
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
100% UV protection sunglasses
We suggest:
-
Personal cooling fan
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
One of these:
-
Sarong
-
Insects may be an issue here.
We recommend these bug repellents:
-
Beach-going accessories
If you're going to the excellent beaches don't forget
If you visit the Eilat Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
Eilat has nice beaches. If you plan go to the beach, take:
August
If you are traveling to Eilat in August, you will notice that it is unbearably hot, somewhat hazy and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the low 100s F (high 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insects may be an issue here.
We recommend these bug repellents:
-
Light skirts
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Personal cooling fan
-
100% UV protection sunglasses
We suggest:
-
Sarong
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Protecting pants/skirts
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Thin tank or crop tops
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
One of these:
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Beach-going accessories
If you're visiting beach areas don't forget
If you visit the Eilat Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
Eilat has nice beaches. If you plan go to the beach, take:
September
If you are traveling to Eilat in September, you will notice that it is sweltering, somewhat hazy and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the high 90s F (mid 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sun protecting legwear
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Bug repellent
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are developed to help you stay cool:
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are created to cool you and include UV protection.
-
Waterproof sandals
Bug bite relief
-
Light linen shorts
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Be sure pack additional, since these often get wet or dirty.
-
Skirts
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Sunglasses
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
If you visit the Eilat Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
Eilat has nice beaches. If you plan go to the beach, take:
October
If you vacation in Eilat during October, you may find that it is extremely hot, somewhat hazy and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 20 and 30% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you comfortable and guard against skin damage:
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave also cleans dangerous contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
If you're going to the beach
If you visit the Eilat Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
Eilat has nice beaches. If you plan go to the beach, take:
November
If you visit Eilat during November, you will probably find that it is a perfect temperature, somewhat hazy and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (mid 10s C). Humidity is generally between 30 and 40% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Extra socks
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
If you visit the Eilat Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
Eilat has nice beaches. If you plan go to the beach, take:
December
If you vacation in Eilat during December, you might see that it is balmy, somewhat hazy and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (low 10s C). Humidity is generally between 30 and 40% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Standard footwear
-
Pants or jeans
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Extra socks
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Dresses
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We recommend:
If you visit the Eilat Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
Eilat has nice beaches. If you plan go to the beach, take:
Activities for Eilat, Israel
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Eilat.
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