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What climate does the Gaza Strip have throughout the year?

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The Gaza Strip experiences a temperate climate characterized by distinct seasonal temperature variations and limited annual rainfall.

  • Winter: Temperatures typically average in the mid-50s °F (about 13 °C).1
  • Summer: Temperatures generally range from the upper 70s to low 80s °F (mid- to upper 20s °C).1
  • Precipitation: The region receives an average of approximately 12 inches (300 mm) of rainfall annually.1

The area is situated on a relatively flat coastal plain, which influences its overall environmental conditions.1