Bar Kochba Beach — live conditions

UV 0.7 (Low) · Water 27°C · Waves 0.7 m · Air 23°C · Wind 7 km/h

Jellyfish — no live community report right now. Check the live map before you swim.

Crowd (time-of-day estimate): Moderate

Updated 24/06, 06:55

Are there jellyfish at Bar Kochba Beach right now?

There is currently no live community jellyfish report for Bar Kochba Beach. In high season (July–August) swarms can reach the coast — check live community reports on the beach map and the national tracker before you swim.

What is the sea weather at Bar Kochba Beach today?

Right now at Bar Kochba Beach, the UV index is 0.7 (Low) and the sea temperature is about 27°C. See the live UV screen for the full hourly forecast.

חוף בר כוכבא
White flag · Swimming allowed
חוף בר כוכבא
אשקלון
חוף מרכזי באשקלון — רצועת חול רחבה
Live27°C waterUV 914 km/hCrowd ~High
FamilyLifeguardParkingFree
Lifeguard on duty from April to October
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Waves: ים רגוע · 0.5m
Marine forecast · Open-Meteo
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Beach Conditions Now

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Forecast & Amenities

Tomorrow's forecast

UV 9.0Wind PleasantCalm sea27° water
Calm and pleasant sea

Surf conditions

Based on wind and waves
Surfing
Poor
SUP / Kayak
Good

Parking estimate

חניון בר כוכבא

חניה סבירה
4 min walkחניה חינם≈ 300 m to the beach
Usually busy: שישי–שבת וערבי קיץ
חניה חופשית רחבה
חניון מרכזי באשקלון — מתמלא בקיץ.

General estimate, not real-time availability · עודכן יוני 2026

Beach amenities

Umbrellas
ChairsPaid
Parking
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Wi-Fi
Volleyball court
Lifeguard

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About the beach

Bar Kochba Beach is a beach on the southern coast, Israel. It is great for families, has a lifeguard in season (April–October), has parking nearby, free to enter.

Region:
the southern coast
Lifeguard:
Lifeguard in season (April–October)
Parking:
Parking nearby
Entry:
Free
Accessibility:
Wheelchair accessible
Good for:
families

FAQ

Is there parking at Bar Kochba Beach?

Yes, there is parking near Bar Kochba Beach.

Is there a lifeguard at Bar Kochba Beach?

Yes, a lifeguard service operates at Bar Kochba Beach in season (April–October).

Is Bar Kochba Beach wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Bar Kochba Beach is wheelchair accessible.

How much does it cost to enter Bar Kochba Beach?

Entry to Bar Kochba Beach is free. There may be a charge for parking — free alternatives are usually available nearby, and arriving on foot is free.

Can you have a BBQ at Bar Kochba Beach?

Most urban declared bathing beaches in Israel prohibit open fires on the sand. The Sea of Galilee beaches and some nature/park beaches have designated grilling areas. Before bringing a BBQ to Bar Kochba Beach, check the beach and local-authority rules.

Are there jellyfish at Bar Kochba Beach?

Jellyfish presence changes day to day and can't be known in advance. At the height of summer (July–August) jellyfish swarms reach Israel's beaches. For the current situation, check live community reports on the Beach4Fun beach map.

What is Bar Kochba Beach good for?

Bar Kochba Beach is especially good for families.