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Afula, Israel
Northern District · Israel
Afula is a mid-size city in Northern District, Israel with a population of 44,930. Elevation: 203 ft (62 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Afula
Afula is a city in the Northern District of Israel, often known as the "Capital of the Valley" due to its strategic location in the Jezreel Valley. In 2024 the city had a population of 64,452.
People
Climate
| Population | 44,930 |
| Population Density | 4,324 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 203 ft (62 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.6091°, 35.2892° |
| Timezone | Asia/Jerusalem |
| Country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| State / Province | Northern District |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.3 inches (414 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Afula
Afula is a mid-size city in Israel (Northern District) with a population of 44,930. The city sits at an elevation of 203 feet (62 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 88°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jerusalem.
Climate in Afula
Afula has an average annual temperature of 21°C (70°F). The hottest month is Aug (28°C), the coldest is Jan (13.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.7°F |
| 35% above Israel avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 350 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 203 ft (62 m) |
| Area | 10.4 sq mi (26.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,324/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.6091°N, 35.2892°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Jerusalem |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.0 m (26 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1759 | AKKO | Earthquake | 8.0 m | 2,000 | 48 km |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 107 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | 6,000 | 48 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | - | - | 71 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 30,000 | 119 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | - | 70,000 | 51 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | - | 71 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 88°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 4.5 in |
Afula has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 54°F in February to 88°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.0") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Afula
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIZO Nir HaEmeq | - | - | - | - |
| Ort Oren School | - | - | - | - |
| Ohel Meir School | - | - | - | - |
| Tzvia Ulpena for girls | - | - | - | - |
| Yehuda highschool Yeshiva | - | - | - | - |
| Bet Ze'ev School | - | - | - | - |
| Brosh School | - | - | - | - |
| Nir Haemek Youth Village | - | - | - | - |
| Yizrael School | - | - | - | - |
| Gevanim School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Afula
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| راديو الناس (PS) | culture, music | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| KAN Gimel כאן גימל | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| ECO99FM | pop, top 40 | AAC+ | |
| Kol Rega קול רגע 91.5/96 | music, news | MP3 | |
| Ivri 6 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Haifa רדיו חיפה | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Лучшее Радио | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 104.5FM צפון | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ze Rock Radio | indy, metal | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Radio Plus (XK) | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Afula
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Ahlam Hall | ||||
| Beit Shturman | ||||
| Golani Museum | ||||
| Greek Orthodox Bishopric (Alkalai) Caves | ||||
| Joara | ||||
| Marzipan Museum | ||||
| Mishkan Museum of Art, Ein Harod | ||||
| Museum of Regional and Mediterranean Archaeology | ||||
| Nazareth Village | ||||
| The Circassian Center | ||||
| Wilfrid Museum | ||||
| Yigal Allon Center | ||||
| מוזיאון בית פישר | ||||
| מוזיאון בית פישר |
Libraries in Afula
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Resala Book Shop | 0.0 | |||||
| Alnoor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Arraba Municipality Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central library and Memorial Center | 0.0 | |||||
| City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ibn Khaldun Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Migdal Haemeq Local Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipality Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipality Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sameer Library | 0.0 | |||||
| הספרייה העירונית קרית אתא | 0.0 | |||||
| סיפריה | 0.0 | |||||
| ספריה אזורית משגב | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרייה | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרייה סניף צור שלום | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרייה עירונית | 0.0 | |||||
| العربيه | 0.0 | |||||
| المكتبة العامة بسمة | 0.0 | |||||
| جنين | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتب الو عمار للخدمات العامه | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة جليل | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة رامي | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة فؤاد سابا العامة عسفيا | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Afula
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market "Shuk" | |||||
| Migdal Haemeq Farmers Market | |||||
| New City Market | |||||
| Old City Market | |||||
| Old City;Market Nazareth | |||||
| Open Market | |||||
| שוק קרית אתא | |||||
| السوق الشعبي | |||||
| شارلي |
Restaurants in Afula
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Afula
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Afula
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Afula
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Afula
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Afula
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Afula
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Afula
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Afula
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Kiryat Haim Stadium | ||
| Nesher stadium |
Airports Near Afula
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ben Gurion International Airport | TLV | Large Airport |
| Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport | ADJ | Large Airport |
| Ramat David Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Rosh Pina Airport | RPN | Medium Airport |
| Uri Michaeli Haifa International Airport | HFA | Medium Airport |
| Cyclone damper | - | Small Airport |
| Dalton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ein Shemer Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ein Vered Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fiq Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Habonim Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Herzliya Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kefar Gallim Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Kiryat Shmona Airport | KSW | Small Airport |
| Megiddo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mishmar Ayalon Highway Strip H | - | Small Airport |
| Naan Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Palmahim Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Palmahim South Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rishon Lezion Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tnuvot Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Afula
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| בית דואר עפולה |
Treatment Centers in Afula
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Leumit | ||
| Maccabi | ||
| Maccabi Healthcare Services | ||
| Malkishua |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Afula
What is the population of Afula?
Afula has a population of 44,930 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 4,324 people per square mile, spread across 10.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Afula?
Afula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.3 inches.