Winter Weather

Winter in Israel means rain, lots of rain. This year is no exception. Generally Israel’s warm, arid climate makes its southern regions immune to snow days. There have been the occasional patches of snow in Jerusalem, but today Tel Aviv is experiencing a liquid “Snow day”. Students and employees across central Israel are working from home today after cancellations and delays were announced following record rains. The Kinneret (Sea of Galilee), Israel’s largest body of fresh water, will soon reach levels high enough to allow water to flow into the Jordan River, and eventually into the Dead Sea. For those of you who have plans to come to Israel in the near future, fear not. Israel’s rain comes in bursts, allowing you time to pop into a local coffee shop for your favorite hot beverage and be on your way. If you’re looking to learn more about the Kinneret or water conservation in Israel, click this link http://ow.ly/gCZ24

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