The Climate of Israel

The climate of ISRAEL varies between the southern and eastern parts of the country to the coastline along the Mediterranean Sea of the west. The climate of Israel's coastline is mild and similar to the climate of other countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea. Therefore, Israel can grow citrus fruits, vegetables, and cotton. However, the climate is hot and arid for areas that have deserts and are located more inland. A notable desert, the Negev, stretches across southern Israel.