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Bīr el Maksūr, Israel
Northern District · Israel
Bīr el Maksūr is a small city in Northern District, Israel with a population of 7,106. Elevation: 837 ft (255 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bīr el Maksūr
Bir al-Maksur or Beer el-Maksura is an Arab Bedouin local council in the Northern District of Israel located 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) north-west of Nazareth. In 2024 its population was 11,068. The villagers belong to the Arab el-Hujeirat Bedouin tribe, settled there in the 1950s. In 2022, 100% of the population was Muslim.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,106 |
| Population Density | 4,038 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 837 ft (255 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.7773°, 35.2207° |
| Timezone | Asia/Jerusalem |
| Country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| State / Province | Northern District |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.1 inches (891 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bīr el Maksūr
Bīr el Maksūr is a small city in Israel (Northern District) with a population of 7,106. The city sits at an elevation of 837 feet (255 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jerusalem.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.3°F |
| 30% above Israel avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 349 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 837 ft (255 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,038/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.7773°N, 35.2207°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 | 36 km |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 126 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | 6,000 | 36 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | — | — | 90 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 30,000 | 108 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | — | 70,000 | 32 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | — | 90 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 56°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 5.1 in |
Bīr el Maksūr has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 52°F in February to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.0") and June the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Bīr el Maksūr
7 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 | |
| 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 |
Museums in Bīr el Maksūr
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beit Shturman | ||||
| Clandestine Immigration and Naval | ||||
| Clandestine Immigration and Naval | ||||
| Dagon Museum | ||||
| Dagon Museum | ||||
| Golani Museum | ||||
| Greek Orthodox Bishopric (Alkalai) Caves | ||||
| Haifa Museum of Art | ||||
| Haifa Museum of Art | ||||
| Hecht archaeology museum | ||||
| Hecht archaeology museum | ||||
| Janko Dada museum | ||||
| Joara | ||||
| Knights Halls | ||||
| Lochamay Hageta'ot | ||||
| Madatech | ||||
| Madatech | ||||
| Madatech | ||||
| Madatech | ||||
| Madatech - National Science Museum | ||||
| Madatech - National Science Museum | ||||
| Mane-Katz Museum | ||||
| Mane-Katz Museum | ||||
| Marzipan Museum | ||||
| Mishkan Museum of Art, Ein Harod | ||||
| National Maritime museum | ||||
| National Maritime museum | ||||
| Nazareth Village | ||||
| Nisco Museum | ||||
| Okashi museum | ||||
| Railway Museum | ||||
| Railway Museum | ||||
| The Circassian Center | ||||
| The Turkish Bathhouse | ||||
| Tikotin Museum of Japanese Art | ||||
| Tikotin Museum of Japanese Art | ||||
| Treasuries in The Wall | ||||
| Underground Prisoners Museum | ||||
| Wilfrid Museum | ||||
| Zinati house | ||||
| מוזיאון בית פישר | ||||
| מוזיאון בית פישר |
Libraries in Bīr el Maksūr
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central library and Memorial Center | 0.0 | |||||
| City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Elyachar Central 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 | |||||
| Municipal library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipality Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipality Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yad la-Banim | 0.0 | |||||
| Younes & Soraya Nazarian Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Younes & Soraya Nazarian 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 | |||||
| مكتبة فؤاد سابا العامة عسفيا | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bīr el Maksūr
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flea market | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Market "Shuk" | |||||
| Migdal Haemeq Farmers Market | |||||
| New City Market | |||||
| Old City Market | |||||
| Old City;Market Nazareth | |||||
| Talpiot (interior) Market - historic building | |||||
| The white market | |||||
| שוק קרית אתא | |||||
| שוק תלפיות |
Gas Stations in Bīr el Maksūr
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bīr el Maksūr
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Curly Krieger Athletics Stadium | ||
| Kiryat Haim Stadium | ||
| Nesher stadium |
Airports Near Bīr el Maksūr
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Jabbour Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kefar Gallim Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Kiryat Shmona Airport | KSW | Small Airport |
| Megiddo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tnuvot Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Bīr el Maksūr
13 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Clalit Armon | ||
| Kupat Holim Meuhedet | ||
| Leumit | ||
| Leumit | ||
| Leumit | ||
| Maccabi | ||
| Maccabi Healthcare Services | ||
| Romema Family Health Clinic | ||
| Поликлиника - Клалит | ||
| Поликлиника - Маккаби, Меюхедет - доктор Висам Абу Шкара | ||
| Поликлиника Макаби | ||
| Поликлиника Меюхедет. | ||
| מכבי - חורב |
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What is the population of Bīr el Maksūr?
Bīr el Maksūr has a population of 7,106 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 4,038 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bīr el Maksūr?
Bīr el Maksūr enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 349 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.1 inches.