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Qalqas, Palestinian Territory
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Qalqas is a small town in West Bank, Palestinian Territory with a population of 1,132. Elevation: 2,822 ft (860 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
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About Qalqas
Qilqis is a Palestinian village located four kilometers south of Hebron and adjacent to the Israeli settlement of Beit Haggai. The village is in the Hebron Governorate in the Southern West Bank.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,132 |
| Population Density | 40 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,822 ft (860 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.4921°, 35.0954° |
| Timezone | Asia/Hebron |
| Country | 🇵🇸 Palestinian Territory |
| State / Province | West Bank |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 10.7 inches (271 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.4 inches (1 cm) |
About Qalqas
Qalqas is a small town in Palestinian Territory (West Bank) with a population of 1,132. The city sits at an elevation of 2,822 feet (860 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Hebron.
Climate in Qalqas
Qalqas has an average annual temperature of 16.9°C (62°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.6°C), the coldest is Jan (8.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.6°F |
| 20% above Palestinian Territory avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 339 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,822 ft (860 m) |
| Area | 28.6 sq mi (74.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 40/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.4921°N, 35.0954°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Hebron |
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 | — | 48 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | — | — | 68 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | — | 68 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 2.4 in |
Qalqas has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 49°F in February to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.1") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Qalqas
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| سكن طالبات جامعه البوليتكنيك | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الخليل الصناعية | — | — | — | — |
| المدرسة الكوريا | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الخليل الثانوية الصناعية | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Qalqas
13 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galgalatz (IL) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kcm FM Channel 01 Live (IL) | hasidic, hebrew | AAC 128 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: קצר וקולע (IL) | jewish, music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Breslev Carmiel (IL) | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: דעת רבנו (IL) | jewish, music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: הלכות ודף יומי (IL) | jewish, music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: תורה וזימרה (IL) | jewish, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kan Reshet Bet (IL) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rak Musica (IL) | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: ספרי ברסלב (IL) | books, jewish | MP3 128 kbps | |
| radio darom 95.8fm 97fm (IL) | music, news | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| toker fm (US) | religious | MP3 128 kbps | |
| toker fm (IL) | religious | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Qalqas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al-Bad Museum for Olive Oil Production | ||||
| Arad Museum | ||||
| Artas Folklore Center | ||||
| Baituna Al Talhami Museum | ||||
| Beit Sahour Community Center | ||||
| Bethlehem Historical Museum | ||||
| Desertivision Museum | ||||
| International Nativity Museum | ||||
| Joe Alon Center | ||||
| Palestine Museum of Natural History | ||||
| Palestine Museum of Natural History | ||||
| The Olive press museum | ||||
| ديوان عشيره الشرحه | ||||
| مسجد أهل الخير | ||||
| مسجد الصحابه |
Libraries in Qalqas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Andalus Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al Baladya Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al Bayader Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al Kholod Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al-Forsan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al-Israa printing house | 0.0 | |||||
| al-Ubeidiya Library | 0.0 | |||||
| al-Ubeidiya Library | 0.0 | |||||
| alsaheb library | 0.0 | |||||
| Amanouiel Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Amanouiel Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bethlehem University Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Al-Ahleia | 0.0 | |||||
| Matnas Ramat Bet Shemesh | 0.0 | |||||
| Meitar Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Cultural Center for Palestinian Children | 0.0 | |||||
| The Cultural Center for Palestinian Children | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Qalqas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethlehem Marketplace | |||||
| Central Vegetables Market | |||||
| Duty Free | |||||
| Municipal marketplace | |||||
| Municipal marketplace | |||||
| Old Market (Al Souq) | |||||
| PalGPS Company | |||||
| PalGPS Company | |||||
| PalGPS Company |
Restaurants in Qalqas
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Qalqas
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Qalqas
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Qalqas
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Qalqas
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Qalqas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheeta |
Stadiums & Teams in Qalqas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Qalqas
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ben Gurion International Airport | TLV | Large Airport |
| Bar Yehuda Airfield | MTZ | Medium Airport |
| Nevatim Air Base | VTM | Medium Airport |
| Ramon Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Tel Nof Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Arad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ash-Shunah al-Janubiyah Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Beersheba (Teyman) Airport | BEV | Small Airport |
| Dimona Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gvulot Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hatzerim Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Hatzerim Northwest Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hatzor Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Herzliya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kedma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kzeiot Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mishmar Ayalon Highway Strip H | — | 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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Qalqas
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abid Al Haramen | |
| Al Bara' Mosque | |
| Al Tawabeen | |
| Al-Amjadeen Mosque | |
| Al-Noor Mosque | |
| Salah Al-Din Mosque | |
| مسجد قلقس |
Quick Facts
🇵🇸 About Palestinian Territory
Frequently Asked Questions About Qalqas
What is the population of Qalqas?
Qalqas has a population of 1,132 residents and is located in Palestinian Territory. The population density is 40 people per square mile, spread across 28.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Qalqas?
Qalqas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 339 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.7 inches.