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Erez, Israel
Southern District · Israel
Erez is a small town in Southern District, Israel with a population of 662. Elevation: 138 ft (42 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Erez
Erez is a kibbutz in southwestern Israel. Located just 1 kilometre (0.62 mi) north of the Gaza Strip, it is the namesake of the nearby Erez Crossing.
People
Climate
| Population | 662 |
| Population Density | 383 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 138 ft (42 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.5602°, 34.5666° |
| Timezone | Asia/Jerusalem |
| Country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| State / Province | Southern District |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.2 inches (336 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Erez
Erez is a small town in Israel (Southern District) with a population of 662. The city sits at an elevation of 138 feet (42 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jerusalem.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.5°F |
| 29% above Israel avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 352 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 138 ft (42 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 383/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.5602°N, 34.5666°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 | — | 94 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | — | — | 101 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | — | 101 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 71°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 3.7 in |
Erez has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 56°F in February to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.7") and June the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Erez
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galgalatz | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kan Bet | news, talk | MP3 146 kbps | |
| 88FM | — | UNKNOWN | |
| radio darom 95.8fm 97fm | music, news | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Erez
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Fortress facing Gaza | ||||
| Al Qarara cultural museum | ||||
| Al-Nour AlMohammadi mosque | ||||
| Ashdod's museam Korin Maman | ||||
| Beit HaGvura | ||||
| Fish Farm | ||||
| Givati Museum | ||||
| Ministry of Interior | ||||
| Qaser Al-Basha Museum | ||||
| Yasser Arafat Foundation - Gaza | ||||
| מוזיאון של קיבוץ |
Libraries in Erez
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Nour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al-Nahda Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al-Yazjy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| AlAwael Bookshop | 0.0 | |||||
| Alquds Book Shop | 0.0 | |||||
| ALwehda bookshop | 0.0 | |||||
| Angel Eyes Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Elyan library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jareer workshop | 0.0 | |||||
| Masoor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library-Under Construction | 0.0 | |||||
| Palestinian Planning Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Semsem Library | 0.0 | |||||
| סיפרייה עירונית | 0.0 | |||||
| ספריה עירונית אשקלון | 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 חברא הספרייה המרכזית לציבור החרדי | 0.0 | |||||
| المكتبة المركزية | 0.0 | |||||
| سمايل كنج للهدايا والقرطاسية | 0.0 | |||||
| مطبعة ومكتبة مؤمن | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتب دحلان | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة ابو عيسى | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة التوفيق | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة الجليل | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة المنار | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة المنارة | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة اليازجي | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة جواهر لال نهرو | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة حسونة | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة منصور | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Erez
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Market | |||||
| Feras Market | |||||
| New Town Market | |||||
| Town Market | |||||
| השוק העירוני אשקלון | |||||
| سوق الجمعة | |||||
| سوق الجمعة | |||||
| سوق الحلال | |||||
| سوق اليرموك الشعبي | |||||
| سوق بلدي | |||||
| سوق بلدي |
Stadiums & Teams in Erez
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Erez
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ben Gurion International Airport | TLV | Large Airport |
| El Arish International Airport | AAC | Large Airport |
| El Jora Airport | EGH | Medium Airport |
| Nevatim Air Base | VTM | Medium Airport |
| Tel Nof Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Arad 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 |
| 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 |
| Tnuvot Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Erez
20 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Adi Negev - Nahalat Eran | ||
| Al-Nour Rehabilitaion Center for the Visuallty Impaired | ||
| Al-Qeshawi Supermaket;المركز الدولي للعيون | ||
| Assuta Ashdod | ||
| Clalit clinic | ||
| Kupat Holim Clalit | ||
| Kupat Holim Clalit | ||
| Kupat Holim Meuhedet | ||
| Leumit Almog | ||
| Leumit Rova 3 | ||
| Leumit Rova HaKirya | ||
| Maccabi | ||
| Maccabi clinic | ||
| Maccabi clinic | ||
| Terem Ashdod | ||
| כללית | ||
| לאומית גן יבנה | ||
| מכבי | ||
| מרפאת רופאים | ||
| مخرطه البيارى (ورشه العتبه الخضراء ) |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Erez
What is the population of Erez?
Erez has a population of 662 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 383 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Erez?
Erez enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.2 inches.