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‘Amir, Israel
Northern District · Israel
‘Amir is a small town in Northern District, Israel with a population of 682. Elevation: 266 ft (81 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About ‘Amir
Amir is a kibbutz in northern Israel. Located in the Galilee Panhandle near Kiryat Shmona, it falls under the jurisdiction of Upper Galilee Regional Council. In 2024 it had a population of 758. The kibbutz is on the eastern bank of the Jordan River in the Hula Valley, and has views of snow-topped Mount Hermon to the northeast, and the Ramat Naftali to the west. It was established in 1939 in the area today known as Lehavot HaBashan, and moved to its current location in 1942.
People
Climate
| Population | 682 |
| Population Density | 177 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 266 ft (81 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.1787°, 35.6208° |
| Timezone | Asia/Jerusalem |
| Country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| State / Province | Northern District |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.5 inches (648 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.1 inches (3 cm) |
About ‘Amir
‘Amir is a small town in Israel (Northern District) with a population of 682. The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet (81 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jerusalem.
Climate in ‘Amir
‘Amir has an average annual temperature of 16.9°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jul (25°C), the coldest is Jan (7.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 625 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above Israel avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 347 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 266 ft (81 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 177/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.1787°N, 35.6208°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Jerusalem |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 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 | 23 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | 6,000 | 23 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | — | — | 132 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 30,000 | 50 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | — | 70,000 | 61 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | — | 132 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 7.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 5.6 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 5.3 in |
‘Amir has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 50°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.1") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in ‘Amir
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eynot Yarden School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near ‘Amir
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| راديو الناس (PS) | culture, music | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Kol Rega קול רגע 91.5/96 | music, news | MP3 | |
| Ivri 6 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 104.5FM צפון | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in ‘Amir
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beit HaMeiri Museum | ||||
| Beit Ussishkin Museum | ||||
| Circassian heritage museum | ||||
| Friendship museum Nebi Yosha | ||||
| Golan Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Hazor antiquities museum | ||||
| Open museum | ||||
| Prehistoric man museum | ||||
| Tel Hai Museum |
Libraries in ‘Amir
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Ohalo library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dar Al Aanwar | 0.0 | |||||
| Har Vagai Library | 0.0 | |||||
| KAWKABA PUBLIC LIBRARY | 0.0 | |||||
| Kfat Szold Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library at Tel-Hai College | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nour library | 0.0 | |||||
| Safed college library | 0.0 | |||||
| ספריה | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרייה עירונית קריית שמונה | 0.0 | |||||
| ספריית הגושרים | 0.0 | |||||
| ספריית ילדים | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in ‘Amir
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| em moussa | |||||
| Groccery Store | |||||
| Kiryat Shmonne municipal market | |||||
| mini market al mojtaba | |||||
| Municipal market | |||||
| Wafic market | |||||
| Wissam Market | |||||
| Yafuri Market | |||||
| שוק האיכרים | |||||
| سوق الخان |
Cafes in ‘Amir
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in ‘Amir
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near ‘Amir
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport | BEY | Large Airport |
| Ramat David Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Rayak Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Rosh Pina Airport | RPN | Medium Airport |
| Uri Michaeli Haifa International Airport | HFA | Medium Airport |
| Baadarâne Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cyclone damper | — | Small Airport |
| Dalton Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dimas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ein Shemer Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Fiq Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Habonim Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Jabbour Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kefar Gallim Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Kiryat Shmona Airport | KSW | Small Airport |
| Megiddo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mezzeh Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About ‘Amir
What is the population of ‘Amir?
‘Amir has a population of 682 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 177 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in ‘Amir?
‘Amir enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.5 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow.