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Maghār, Israel
Northern District · Israel
Maghār is a small city in Northern District, Israel with a population of 22,957. Elevation: 958 ft (292 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Maghār
Maghar also al-Maghar or Mghar, is a city of mixed population of Muslims, Christians, and Druze in the Northern District of Israel, with an area of 19,810 dunams. Maghar was given the status of a local council in 1956, and of a city in 2021. In 2024 it had a population of 23,486. Its population consists of 56.9% Druze, 21.8% Muslims, and 21.3% Christians.
People
Climate
| Population | 22,957 |
| Population Density | 3,001 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 958 ft (292 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.8898°, 35.4070° |
| 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 Maghār
Maghār is a small city in Israel (Northern District) with a population of 22,957. The city sits at an elevation of 958 feet (292 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.
Climate in Maghār
Maghār has an average annual temperature of 19.6°C (67°F). The hottest month is Jul (27.8°C), the coldest is Jan (10.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 237 mm.
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 | 958 ft (292 m) |
| Area | 7.7 sq mi (19.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,001/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.8898°N, 35.4070°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 | 15 km |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 136 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | 6,000 | 15 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | - | - | 99 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 30,000 | 87 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | - | 70,000 | 40 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | - | 99 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 6.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 75°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) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 5.2 in |
Maghār has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 50°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.5") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Maghār
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ישיבת נתיב טפחות | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Maghār
7 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 | |
| Radio Haifa רדיו חיפה | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Лучшее Радио | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 104.5FM צפון | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ze Rock Radio | indy, metal | AAC 48 kbps |
Museums in Maghār
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beit HaMeiri Museum | ||||
| Caphernaum The Town of Jesus | ||||
| Circassian heritage museum | ||||
| Friendship museum Nebi Yosha | ||||
| Golani Museum | ||||
| Greek Orthodox Bishopric (Alkalai) Caves | ||||
| Hazor antiquities museum | ||||
| Marzipan Museum | ||||
| Nazareth Village | ||||
| Pre Historic Museum | ||||
| The Circassian Center | ||||
| Tiberias Open Air Museum | ||||
| Wall and Tower | ||||
| Yigal Allon Center | ||||
| Zinati house | ||||
| חוות כנרת |
Libraries in Maghār
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinnert college library (building 700) | 0.0 | |||||
| Migdal Haemeq Local Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Safed college library | 0.0 | |||||
| סיפריה | 0.0 | |||||
| ספריה | 0.0 | |||||
| ספריה אזורית משגב | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Maghār
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food market | |||||
| Market "Shuk" | |||||
| Migdal Haemeq Farmers Market | |||||
| Municipal market | |||||
| Old City;Market Nazareth | |||||
| שוק האיכרים |
Clinics in Maghār
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Maghār
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Maghār
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Maghār
16 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 |
| Ein Shemer Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ein Vered Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fiq Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Habonim Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Herzliya Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jabbour Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kefar Gallim Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Kiryat Shmona Airport | KSW | Small Airport |
| Megiddo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tnuvot Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Maghār
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| בית הכנסת המרכזי שלמה ויעקב פיצ'וטו | |
| בית המדרש ע"ש משפחת שטיינברג | |
| מגן אבות |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Maghār
What is the population of Maghār?
Maghār has a population of 22,957 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 3,001 people per square mile, spread across 7.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Maghār?
Maghār 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.