All Countries
Mitzpe Ramon, Israel
Southern District · Israel
Mitzpe Ramon is a small city in Southern District, Israel with a population of 5,211. Elevation: 2,815 ft (858 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Discover Mitzpe Ramon, Israel
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
About Mitzpe Ramon
Mitzpe Ramon is a local council in the Negev desert of southern Israel. It is situated on the northern ridge at an elevation of 860 meters (2,800 feet) overlooking the world's largest erosion cirque, known as the Makhtesh Ramon. In 2024 it had a population of 5,843.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,211 |
| Population Density | 215 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,815 ft (858 m) |
| Coordinates | 30.6094°, 34.8011° |
| Timezone | Asia/Jerusalem |
| Country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| State / Province | Southern District |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 6.3 inches (160 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mitzpe Ramon
Mitzpe Ramon is a small city in Israel (Southern District) with a population of 5,211. The city sits at an elevation of 2,815 feet (858 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jerusalem.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.6°F |
| 18% above Israel avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 325 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,815 ft (858 m) |
| Area | 24.3 sq mi (62.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 215/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.6094°N, 34.8011°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Jerusalem |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | — | 138 km |
| 1068 | GULF OF AQABA | Earthquake | — | — | 124 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (9°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 74°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 1.3 in |
Mitzpe Ramon has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 47°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 6.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.4") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Mitzpe Ramon
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Yitzhak Rabin Peace School | — | — | — | — |
| Misgav | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mitzpe Ramon
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Mitzpe Ramon
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ilan Ramon Visitors' Center |
Hotels in Mitzpe Ramon
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mitzpe Ramon
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mitzpe Ramon
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Mitzpe Ramon
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Mitzpe Ramon
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mitzpe Ramon
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mitzpe Ramon
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bar Yehuda Airfield | MTZ | Medium Airport |
| El Jora Airport | EGH | Medium Airport |
| Nevatim Air Base | VTM | Medium Airport |
| Ramon 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 |
| Kzeiot Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mitzpe Ramon Airfield | MIP | Small Airport |
| Ovda Airport | VDA | Small Airport |
| Talmei Yosef Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Mitzpe Ramon
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Incense Route - Desert Cities in the Negev | Cultural | 2005 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mitzpe Ramon
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| הסנה הבוער |
Explore Near Mitzpe Ramon
Quick Facts
🇮🇱 About Israel
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Mitzpe Ramon
Download Full City Report
Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Mitzpe Ramon.
Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Mitzpe Ramon
What is the population of Mitzpe Ramon?
Mitzpe Ramon has a population of 5,211 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 215 people per square mile, spread across 24.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mitzpe Ramon?
Mitzpe Ramon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.3 inches.