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Ofaqim, Israel
Southern District · Israel
Ofaqim is a mid-size city in Southern District, Israel with a population of 34,666. Elevation: 449 ft (137 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ofaqim
Ofakim is a city in the Southern District of Israel, 20 kilometers (12.4 mi) west of Beersheba. It achieved municipal status in 1955. It has an area of 10,000 dunams. In 2024 it had a population of 39,893.
People
Climate
| Population | 34,666 |
| Population Density | 5,494 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 449 ft (137 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.3141°, 34.6203° |
| 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 Ofaqim
Ofaqim is a mid-size city in Israel (Southern District) with a population of 34,666. The city sits at an elevation of 449 feet (137 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 Ofaqim
Ofaqim 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 | 449 ft (137 m) |
| Area | 6.3 sq mi (16.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,494/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.3141°N, 34.6203°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 | - | 97 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | - | - | 113 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | - | 113 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 |
Ofaqim 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").
Schools in Ofaqim
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashalim | - | - | - | - |
| ישיבה תיכונית אפיקי ארץ | - | - | - | - |
| Makif Klali High School | - | - | - | - |
| Ben Gurion | - | - | - | - |
| Abir Yaakov | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ofaqim
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| radio darom 95.8fm 97fm | music, news | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Ofaqim
| 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 Ofaqim
| 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 حسونة | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة منصور | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ofaqim
| 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 |
Restaurants in Ofaqim
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Ofaqim
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ofaqim
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Ofaqim
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ofaqim
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ofaqim
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Ofaqim
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Ofaqim
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ofaqim
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ofaqim
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ben Gurion International Airport | TLV | Large 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 Ofaqim
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 Ofaqim
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Am Rav | |
| Bait Menachem | |
| Bait Yaakov | |
| Etz Haim | |
| Kivity | |
| Tiferet Israel | |
| בית מדרש זכרון אליהו |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ofaqim
What is the population of Ofaqim?
Ofaqim has a population of 34,666 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 5,494 people per square mile, spread across 6.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ofaqim?
Ofaqim 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.