Forecasters predict the return of winter weather to Israel, with intermittent rain and isolated thunderstorms expected to begin Saturday night in the northern and central regions. There is a risk of flooding along the coastal plain, the Judean Desert streams, and the Dead Sea area, especially on Sunday as rainfall continues and spreads to the northern Negev. Mount Hermon is expected to see snowfall, and temperatures will drop throughout the country. The start of the week will remain cloudy, with light local rain and further cooling on Monday. By Tuesday night, strong easterly winds are forecast for northern Israel and the mountainous areas.