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Bet Qama, Israel
Southern District · Israel
Bet Qama is a small town in Southern District, Israel with a population of 1,405. Elevation: 810 ft (247 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
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About Bet Qama
Beit Kama is a kibbutz in the northern Negev desert in Israel. Located north of the Bedouin city of Rahat, it falls under the jurisdiction of Bnei Shimon Regional Council. In 2024 its population was 1,044.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,405 |
| Population Density | 186 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 810 ft (247 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.4475°, 34.7624° |
| 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 Qama
Bet Qama is a small town in Israel (Southern District) with a population of 1,405. The city sits at an elevation of 810 feet (247 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.
Climate in Bet Qama
Bet Qama has an average annual temperature of 21.2°C (70°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.4°C), the coldest is Jan (12.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 152 mm.
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 | 810 ft (247 m) |
| Area | 7.6 sq mi (19.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 186/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.4475°N, 34.7624°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 | — | 79 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | — | — | 93 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | — | 93 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 0.1 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 | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 2.5 in |
Bet Qama has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 51°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 11.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.8") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Bet Qama
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adanim | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Bet Qama
12 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kcm FM Channel 01 Live | hasidic, hebrew | AAC 128 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: קצר וקולע | jewish, music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Breslev Carmiel | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: דעת רבנו | jewish, music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: הלכות ודף יומי | jewish, music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: תורה וזימרה | jewish, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kan Reshet Bet | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rak Musica | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: ספרי ברסלב | books, jewish | MP3 128 kbps | |
| radio darom 95.8fm 97fm | music, news | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| toker fm (US) | religious | MP3 128 kbps | |
| toker fm | religious | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Bet Qama
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Fortress facing Gaza | ||||
| Abraham's Well International Visitors' Center | ||||
| Beit HaGvura | ||||
| Carasso Science Park | ||||
| Givati Museum | ||||
| Israeli Air Force Museum | ||||
| Joe Alon Center | ||||
| Lunada | ||||
| Open Museum Omer | ||||
| The Negev Museum | ||||
| ארכיון אורים | ||||
| מוזיאון של קיבוץ |
Libraries in Bet Qama
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Andalus Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al Bayader Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al Nour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central library | 0.0 | |||||
| Meitar Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Zalman Aranne Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| הספריה העירונית באר-שבע | 0.0 | |||||
| ספריה עירונית אשקלון | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרייה עירונית | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bet Qama
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedouin Market | |||||
| City market | |||||
| City Market | |||||
| New Town Market | |||||
| השוק העירוני אשקלון | |||||
| سوق بلدي | |||||
| سوق بلدي |
Restaurants in Bet Qama
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bet Qama
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bet Qama
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bet Qama
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bet Qama
23 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 |
| Ramon Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Tel Nof Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Arad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Beersheba (Teyman) Airport | BEV | Small Airport |
| Dimona Airport | — | 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 |
| Kzeiot 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 |
Treatment Centers in Bet Qama
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Adi Negev - Nahalat Eran |
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What is the population of Bet Qama?
Bet Qama has a population of 1,405 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 186 people per square mile, spread across 7.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bet Qama?
Bet Qama 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.