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Dimona, Israel
Southern District · Israel
Dimona is a mid-size city in Southern District, Israel with a population of 36,192. Elevation: 1,808 ft (551 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Dimona
Dimona is an Israeli city in the Negev desert, 30 kilometres (19 mi) to the south-east of Beersheba and 35 kilometres (22 mi) west of the Dead Sea above the Arava valley in the Southern District of Israel. In 2024 its population was 39,590. The Shimon Peres Negev Nuclear Research Center, colloquially known as the Dimona Reactor, is located 13 kilometres (8.1 mi) southeast of the city.
People
Climate
| Population | 36,192 |
| Population Density | 3,136 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,808 ft (551 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.0708°, 35.0327° |
| Timezone | Asia/Jerusalem |
| Country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| State / Province | Southern District |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 8.2 inches (209 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dimona
Dimona is a mid-size city in Israel (Southern District) with a population of 36,192. The city sits at an elevation of 1,808 feet (551 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jerusalem.
Climate in Dimona
Dimona 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 | 65.7°F |
| 22% above Israel avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 321 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,808 ft (551 m) |
| Area | 11.5 sq mi (29.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,136/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.0708°N, 35.0327°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 | - | 83 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | - | - | 112 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | - | 112 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°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 | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 71°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 62°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 1.7 in |
Dimona has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 50°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 8.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.9") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Dimona
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conservatory | - | - | - | - |
| Neve Avraham school | - | - | - | - |
| Ben Atar school | - | - | - | - |
| Appelman school | - | - | - | - |
| Lehman schoolk | - | - | - | - |
| Menachem Begin school | - | - | - | - |
| Amal School | - | - | - | - |
| Dekalim School | - | - | - | - |
| Rabin School | - | - | - | - |
| Yitzhak Sadeh School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Dimona
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| radio darom 95.8fm 97fm | music, news | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Dimona
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abraham's Well International Visitors' Center | ||||
| Arad Museum | ||||
| Carasso Science Park | ||||
| Desertivision Museum | ||||
| Indian Jewish Heritage museum | ||||
| Open Museum Omer | ||||
| The Negev Museum |
Libraries in Dimona
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Zalman Aranne Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| הספריה העירונית באר-שבע | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dimona
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedouin Market | |||||
| City market | |||||
| Dimona municipal market | |||||
| Municipal marketplace | |||||
| Municipal marketplace |
Hotels in Dimona
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Dimona
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Dimona
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Dimona
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Dimona
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dimona
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Dimona
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Dimona
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Dimona
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheeta |
Stadiums & Teams in Dimona
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Dimona
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bar Yehuda Airfield | MTZ | Medium Airport |
| Nevatim Air Base | VTM | Medium Airport |
| Ramon 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 Yahav Airfield | EIY | Small Airport |
| Gvulot Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hatzerim Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Hatzerim Northwest Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hatzor Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Kedma Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kzeiot Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mitzpe Ramon Airfield | MIP | Small Airport |
| Negba-Gold Agricultural Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Talmei Yosef Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Dimona
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Masada |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dimona
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Barooch Chay synagogue | |
| Beit Meir synagogue | |
| Neve David Synagogue | |
| Ohel Ya'akov synagogue | |
| Shvoot Shalom |
Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Dimona
Frequently Asked Questions About Dimona
What is the population of Dimona?
Dimona has a population of 36,192 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 3,136 people per square mile, spread across 11.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dimona?
Dimona enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.2 inches.