Spring

Battle over Ein Jones spring: NIS 2M project sparks controversy

A NIS 2M project to restore the dangerous Ein Jones spring site near Hamat Gader has closed it for four months, triggering fierce local opposition.

Blue, clear and steaming hot. This is what Ein Jones looked like in the past.
Rehabilitating water channels and transforming them into attractive spaces for hiking and camping. The Eastern Jordan Canal.

Nature protection project aims to revitalize northern springs and landscapes

Officers' Pool, Ein Jilabun.

The secret northern pool: A short summer route leading to a cool spring

Ein Mabua.

One of Israel's rarest springs reopens: Ein Mabua returns for the summer hiking season


Israel's cold spring: Rain, low temperatures, chance of snow in Hermon

Temperatures are lower than what is normal for Israel's springtime, with rain, strong winds and even a chance of snow in the Hermon.

 Israelis in the rain, December 25, 2022.

Wind, rain and floods: What's the weather in Israel?

Unseasonably cold temperatures will continue until Wednesday, along with rain, wind and thunderstorms.

 Palestinians seen at the Al Aqsa Mosque compound (Temple Mount) in Jerusalem's Old City, during a stormy winter day, February 7, 2023.

Spring showers: Storms continue for second day amid fear of floods down south

Find out what the weather forecast looks like in Israel over the coming days.

A woman walks in a flooded street during heavy rain in downtown Jerusalem, on March 14, 2023.

Russia tries to close ring on Bakhmut as Ukrainians mount 'furious resistance'

As the spring melts the frozen ground and turns it into black mud, the battle over the Ukrainian city of Bakhmut rages on.

 Ukrainian service members ride a BMP-2 infantry fighting vehicle an empty street, as Russia's attack on Ukraine continues, in the frontline city of Bakhmut, Ukraine February 27, 2023.

Cranes in Israel's Hula Valley set to migrate north to nesting grounds

During the spring, migration hormones manifest in migratory birds like cranes, which impact their behavior, signaling that the migration time is approaching.

 Migratory cranes are seen in Israel's Hula Valley (Illustrative).

Why has Israel's winter been more like spring?

The Meteorology Service says that this winter has been Israel’s driest winter in 60 years, and the temperatures have stayed mild throughout. 

Winter in Israel.

The Western Galilee Spring Festival is here!

Over those two days, visitors are invited to participate in more than 40 events, including a variety of workshops, tours, performances and intriguing collaborations between artists and entrepreneurs.

 Matat

Spring vacation trips in Israel's Golan Heights

Below are a few suggestions on how to spend a 24-hour visit to the Golan, including an overnight stay at Kibbutz Or Tal. 

 Kibbutz Or Tal

Passover: Should the 'spring holiday' return to agricultural roots?

Judaism always had this superpower to change and evolve, and it is this superpower that has allowed it to remain relevant throughout the generations

 THE ANTECEDENTS for all our holidays are agricultural: Gathering strawberries near Netanya.

Israelis take to shores as heatwave strikes during Passover

As always, it is important to remember to stay hydrated as temperatures heat up, but it could also be the perfect time to take a trip to the beach.

 Israelis are seen visiting the beach in Tel Aviv amid a heatwave on the Passover holiday, on April 18, 2022.