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Gilat, Israel
Southern District · Israel
Gilat is a small town in Southern District, Israel with a population of 1,451. Elevation: 456 ft (139 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gilat
Gilat is a moshav in southern Israel. Located in the western Negev desert between Beersheba and Ofakim, it falls under the jurisdiction of Merhavim Regional Council. In 2024 it had a population of 1,666.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,451 |
| Population Density | 942 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 456 ft (139 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.3276°, 34.6520° |
| 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 Gilat
Gilat is a small town in Israel (Southern District) with a population of 1,451. The city sits at an elevation of 456 feet (139 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 Gilat
Gilat has an average annual temperature of 20.8°C (69°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.2°C), the coldest is Jan (12.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 194 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 | 456 ft (139 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 942/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.3276°N, 34.6520°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 | - | - | 110 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | - | 110 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 in |
Gilat has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 55°F in February to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 8.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.0") and June the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Gilat
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| radio darom 95.8fm 97fm | music, news | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Gilat
| 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 | ||||
| Israeli Air Force Museum | ||||
| Joe Alon Center | ||||
| Lunada | ||||
| Open Museum Omer | ||||
| Qaser Al-Basha Museum | ||||
| The Negev Museum | ||||
| Yasser Arafat Foundation - Gaza | ||||
| ארכיון אורים |
Libraries in Gilat
| 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 | |||||
| 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 Gilat
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedouin Market | |||||
| City market | |||||
| City Market | |||||
| Feras Market | |||||
| New Town Market | |||||
| سوق الجمعة | |||||
| سوق الجمعة | |||||
| سوق الحلال | |||||
| سوق اليرموك الشعبي | |||||
| سوق بلدي | |||||
| سوق بلدي |
Gas Stations in Gilat
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Gilat
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gilat
24 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 |
| 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 |
| Mishmar Ayalon Highway Strip H | - | Small Airport |
| Mitzpe Ramon Airfield | MIP | 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 Gilat
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 ) |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gilat
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| בית הכנסת בית אבנר ויצחק | |
| בית הכנסת מגן שלמה |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gilat
What is the population of Gilat?
Gilat has a population of 1,451 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 942 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gilat?
Gilat 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.