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Eshbol, Israel
Southern District · Israel
Eshbol is a small town in Southern District, Israel with a population of 652. Elevation: 568 ft (173 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Eshbol
Eshbol is a moshav in southern Israel. Located in the north-western Negev desert near Netivot and Rahat, it falls under the jurisdiction of Merhavim Regional Council. In 2024 it had a population of 736.
People
Climate
| Population | 652 |
| Population Density | 264 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 568 ft (173 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.4468°, 34.6672° |
| 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 Eshbol
Eshbol is a small town in Israel (Southern District) with a population of 652. The city sits at an elevation of 568 feet (173 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.
Climate in Eshbol
Eshbol 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 | 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 | 568 ft (173 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 264/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.4468°N, 34.6672°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 | — | 88 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | — | — | 100 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | — | 100 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| 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 | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| 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 |
Eshbol has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 54°F in February to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.8") and June the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Eshbol
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| radio darom 95.8fm 97fm | music, news | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Eshbol
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Fortress facing Gaza | ||||
| Abraham's Well International Visitors' Center | ||||
| Al-Nour AlMohammadi mosque | ||||
| Beit HaGvura | ||||
| Carasso Science Park | ||||
| Givati Museum | ||||
| Israeli Air Force Museum | ||||
| Joe Alon Center | ||||
| Lunada | ||||
| Open Museum Omer | ||||
| Qaser Al-Basha Museum | ||||
| The Negev Museum | ||||
| Yasser Arafat Foundation - Gaza | ||||
| ארכיון אורים | ||||
| מוזיאון של קיבוץ |
Libraries in Eshbol
| 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 | |||||
| Central library | 0.0 | |||||
| Eschol public library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jareer workshop | 0.0 | |||||
| Masoor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library-Under Construction | 0.0 | |||||
| Palestinian Planning Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Semsem Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Zalman Aranne Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| הספריה העירונית באר-שבע | 0.0 | |||||
| ספריה עירונית אשקלון | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרייה עירונית | 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 منصور | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Eshbol
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedouin Market | |||||
| City market | |||||
| City Market | |||||
| Feras Market | |||||
| New Town Market | |||||
| השוק העירוני אשקלון | |||||
| سوق الجمعة | |||||
| سوق الجمعة | |||||
| سوق الحلال | |||||
| سوق اليرموك الشعبي | |||||
| سوق بلدي | |||||
| سوق بلدي |
Stadiums & Teams in Eshbol
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Eshbol
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 Eshbol
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Adi Negev - Nahalat Eran | ||
| Al-Nour Rehabilitaion Center for the Visuallty Impaired | ||
| Al-Qeshawi Supermaket;المركز الدولي للعيون | ||
| مخرطه البيارى (ورشه العتبه الخضراء ) |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Eshbol
What is the population of Eshbol?
Eshbol has a population of 652 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 264 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Eshbol?
Eshbol 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.