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Karkom, Israel
Northern District · Israel
Karkom is a small town in Northern District, Israel with a population of 528. Elevation: 285 ft (87 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Karkom
Karkom is a community settlement in northern Israel. Located in the Korazim Plateau, near the Jordan River, east of Hatzor HaGlilit and just north of the Sea of Galilee, it falls under the jurisdiction of Mevo'ot HaHermon Regional Council. In 2024 it had a population of 445.
People
Climate
| Population | 528 |
| Population Density | 242 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 285 ft (87 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.9286°, 35.6077° |
| Timezone | Asia/Jerusalem |
| Country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| State / Province | Northern District |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.5 inches (648 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.1 inches (3 cm) |
About Karkom
Karkom is a small town in Israel (Northern District) with a population of 528. The city sits at an elevation of 285 feet (87 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jerusalem.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above Israel avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 347 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 285 ft (87 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 242/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.9286°N, 35.6077°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 | 13 km |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 140 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | 6,000 | 13 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | — | — | 104 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 30,000 | 73 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | — | 70,000 | 57 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | — | 104 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Harrat Ash Shamah (197 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Harrat Ash Shamah | Volcanic field | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 1850 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 4.0 in |
Karkom has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 50°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 19.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.0") and June the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Karkom
5 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 | |
| 104.5FM צפון | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ze Rock Radio | indy, metal | AAC 48 kbps |
Museums in Karkom
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beit HaMeiri Museum | ||||
| Caphernaum The Town of Jesus | ||||
| Circassian heritage museum | ||||
| Friendship museum Nebi Yosha | ||||
| Golan Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Golani Museum | ||||
| Hazor antiquities museum | ||||
| Marzipan Museum | ||||
| Pre Historic Museum | ||||
| Tel A Saki | ||||
| The Circassian Center | ||||
| Tiberias Open Air Museum | ||||
| Yigal Allon Center | ||||
| חוות כנרת |
Libraries in Karkom
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Ohalo library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kinnert college library (building 700) | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal library | 0.0 | |||||
| Safed college library | 0.0 | |||||
| סיפריה | 0.0 | |||||
| ספריה | 0.0 | |||||
| ספריית ילדים | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة ابو عبادة | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Karkom
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food market | |||||
| Municipal market | |||||
| שוק האיכרים |
Hotels in Karkom
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Karkom
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Karkom
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Karkom
18 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 |
| Baadarâne Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cyclone damper | — | Small Airport |
| Dalton Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dimas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ein Shemer Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ein Vered Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Fiq Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Habonim Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Jabbour Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kefar Gallim Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| King Hussein Air College | OMF | Small Airport |
| Kiryat Shmona Airport | KSW | Small Airport |
| Megiddo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mezzeh Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tnuvot Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Karkom
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ברית יצחק |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Karkom
What is the population of Karkom?
Karkom has a population of 528 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 242 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Karkom?
Karkom enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.5 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow.