For the first time in years, the Sea of ​​Galilee has risen above 209 - and measured at 208,985 - • How many cm are missing in the northern sea for it to be full? • And also: The forecast for the coming days

For the first time in 16 years: the Sea of ​​Galilee is rising from the height of 209 and was measured this morning (Tuesday) at 208,985. This is an increase of 1.5 cm from yesterday. The water authority said that the rate of rise of the level is about 2.5 cm for two days, and a complete Kinneret is missing only another 18.5 cm.

The Sea of ​​Galilee continues to rise, but the beaches are closed // Photo: Tzachi Gavish - Sea of ​​Galilee Authority

The weather today will be partly cloudy to light. During the morning, easterly winds will be awake in the northern mountains. By noon, north winds will blow along the coast. Also, temperatures will rise and they will be normal for the season. Tomorrow the weather will be clear to partly cloudy and no change in temperatures.

• For current updates on the forecast - go to the "Israel Today" weather channel >>

On Thursday it will be partly cloudy and the temperatures will be slightly higher than normal in the season. In the afternoon, light rain may occur. The winds will intensify mainly in the south of the country and there may be haze there.

On Friday the weather will be partly cloudy, temperatures will drop considerably and will be lower than normal for the season.