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Bet Guvrin, Israel
Southern District · Israel
Bet Guvrin is a small town in Southern District, Israel with a population of 1,016. Elevation: 912 ft (278 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
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About Bet Guvrin
Beit Guvrin is a kibbutz in the Lakhish region, west of the ancient city of Beit Guvrin, for which it is named. Located 14 kilometres east of Kiryat Gat, it falls under the jurisdiction of Yoav Regional Council. In 2024 it had a population of 505.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,016 |
| Population Density | 162 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 912 ft (278 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.6129°, 34.8957° |
| Timezone | Asia/Jerusalem |
| Country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| State / Province | Southern District |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 10.7 inches (271 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.4 inches (1 cm) |
About Bet Guvrin
Bet Guvrin is a small town in Israel (Southern District) with a population of 1,016. The city sits at an elevation of 912 feet (278 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jerusalem.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.6°F |
| 20% above Israel avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 339 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 912 ft (278 m) |
| Area | 6.3 sq mi (16.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 162/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.6129°N, 34.8957°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Jerusalem |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 62 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | — | — | 72 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | — | 72 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 53°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 3.0 in |
Bet Guvrin has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 51°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.7") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Bet Guvrin
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kfar Zoharim | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Bet Guvrin
24 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galgalatz | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| #joint radio Blues Rock | 60s, 70s | MP3 320 kbps | |
| #joint radio Beat Trance | ambient, edm | MP3 320 kbps | |
| #joint radio Reggae | dub, dub reggae | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Kan Bet | news, talk | MP3 146 kbps | |
| קול פליי | kol-play | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Kcm FM Channel 01 Live | hasidic, hebrew | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radios 100FM רדיוס | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 100fm - 100% Movies | movie music, music | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Tel Aviv 102FM רדיו תל אביב | contenmporary, music | AAC+ | |
| Kan Reshet Bet | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: תורה וזימרה | jewish, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: הלכות ודף יומי | jewish, music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: דעת רבנו | jewish, music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Breslev Carmiel | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: קצר וקולע | jewish, music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: ספרי ברסלב | books, jewish | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rak Musica | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| 88FM | — | UNKNOWN | |
| GUITAR - J. WILLIAMS | — | MP3 | |
| toker fm | religious | MP3 128 kbps | |
| kzradio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| toker fm (US) | religious | MP3 128 kbps | |
| radio darom 95.8fm 97fm | music, news | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Bet Guvrin
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblical Museum of Natural History | ||||
| Givati Museum | ||||
| Hertzel's House | ||||
| Joe Alon Center | ||||
| Saxum Visitor Center | ||||
| Testimony House | ||||
| The Eran Shamir Settlement Museum | ||||
| Yad La'Shiryon | ||||
| סטודיו לפיסול | ||||
| ديوان عشيره الشرحه | ||||
| مسجد أهل الخير |
Libraries in Bet Guvrin
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Andalus Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al Baladya Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al Bayader Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al Kholod Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al-Forsan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al-Israa printing house | 0.0 | |||||
| alsaheb library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Al-Ahleia | 0.0 | |||||
| Matnas Ramat Bet Shemesh | 0.0 | |||||
| סיפרייה עירונית | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרייה ומרכז משאבים בי"ס מקיף א' אשדוד | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרייה ומרכז משאבים בי"ס מקיף א' אשדוד | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרייה עירונית | 0.0 | |||||
| ספריית בניה | 0.0 | |||||
| ספריית חברא הספרייה המרכזית לציבור החרדי | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרית ניר גלים | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרית תיכון צפית | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bet Guvrin
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Vegetables Market | |||||
| Duty Free | |||||
| Town Market | |||||
| سوق بلدي | |||||
| سوق بلدي |
Gas Stations in Bet Guvrin
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Bet Guvrin
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| מבשלת שפירא |
Stadiums & Teams in Bet Guvrin
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bet Guvrin
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ben Gurion International Airport | TLV | Large Airport |
| Bar Yehuda Airfield | MTZ | Medium Airport |
| El Jora Airport | EGH | Medium Airport |
| Nevatim Air Base | VTM | Medium Airport |
| Tel Nof Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Arad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ash-Shunah al-Janubiyah Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Beersheba (Teyman) Airport | BEV | Small Airport |
| Dimona Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ein Vered Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gvulot Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hatzerim Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Hatzerim Northwest Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hatzor Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Herzliya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kedma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mishmar Ayalon Highway Strip H | — | Small Airport |
| Naan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Negba-Gold Agricultural Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Palmahim Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Palmahim South Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Rishon Lezion Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Talmei Yosef Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tnuvot Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Bet Guvrin
9 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Assuta Ashdod | ||
| Clalit clinic | ||
| Leumit Rova 3 | ||
| Maccabi | ||
| Maccabi clinic | ||
| Terem Ashdod | ||
| כללית | ||
| לאומית גן יבנה | ||
| מכבי |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Bet Guvrin
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Caves of Maresha and Bet-Guvrin in the Judean Lowlands as a Microcosm of the Land of the Caves | Cultural | 2014 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bet Guvrin
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Sandahana |
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What is the population of Bet Guvrin?
Bet Guvrin has a population of 1,016 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 162 people per square mile, spread across 6.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bet Guvrin?
Bet Guvrin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 339 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.7 inches.