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Rahat, Israel
Southern District · Israel
Rahat is a small city in Southern District, Israel with a population of 19,586. Elevation: 748 ft (228 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Rahat
Rahat is an Arab Bedouin city in the Southern District of Israel. In 2024 it had a population of 77,997. As such, it is the largest Bedouin city in Israel, and the only one to have city status. It is the largest Arab city in Israel.
People
Climate
| Population | 19,586 |
| Population Density | 2,591 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 748 ft (228 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.3955°, 34.7570° |
| Timezone | Asia/Jerusalem |
| Country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| State / Province | Southern District |
| 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 Rahat
Rahat is a small city in Israel (Southern District) with a population of 19,586. The city sits at an elevation of 748 feet (228 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/Jerusalem.
Climate in Rahat
Rahat has an average annual temperature of 21.2°C (70°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.4°C), the coldest is Jan (12.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 152 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.6°F |
| 20% above Israel avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 339 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 748 ft (228 m) |
| Area | 7.6 sq mi (19.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,591/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.3955°N, 34.7570°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 | - | 81 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | - | - | 97 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | - | 97 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 2.5 in |
Rahat has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 51°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 11.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.8") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Rahat
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسة بين الحكمة | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة الإخاء | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة النور | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة صلاح الدين | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة الرحمة الابتدائية | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة خميس | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة السلام أ | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة ابن سينا | - | - | - | - |
| الثانوية أ | - | - | - | - |
| ثانوية شاملة العزي | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة عمر بن الخطاب | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة عمال التكنولوجية | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة الهدى | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة بيت الحكمة | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة دار القلم | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Rahat
12 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kcm FM Channel 01 Live | hasidic, hebrew | AAC 128 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: קצר וקולע | jewish, music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Breslev Carmiel | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: דעת רבנו | jewish, music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: הלכות ודף יומי | jewish, music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: תורה וזימרה | jewish, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kan Reshet Bet | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rak Musica | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: ספרי ברסלב | books, jewish | MP3 128 kbps | |
| radio darom 95.8fm 97fm | music, news | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| toker fm (US) | religious | MP3 128 kbps | |
| toker fm | religious | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Rahat
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Fortress facing Gaza | ||||
| Abraham's Well International Visitors' Center | ||||
| Beit HaGvura | ||||
| Carasso Science Park | ||||
| Israeli Air Force Museum | ||||
| Joe Alon Center | ||||
| Lunada | ||||
| Open Museum Omer | ||||
| The Negev Museum | ||||
| ארכיון אורים | ||||
| מוזיאון של קיבוץ |
Libraries in Rahat
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Andalus Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al Bayader Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al Nour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central library | 0.0 | |||||
| Meitar Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Zalman Aranne Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| הספריה העירונית באר-שבע | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרייה עירונית | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة المنارة | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rahat
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedouin Market | |||||
| City market | |||||
| City Market | |||||
| New Town Market | |||||
| سوق بلدي | |||||
| سوق بلدي |
Cafes in Rahat
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Rahat
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rahat
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rahat
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Rahat
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rahat
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rahat
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ben Gurion International Airport | TLV | Large Airport |
| Bar Yehuda Airfield | MTZ | Medium 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 |
| 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 |
Post Offices in Rahat
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| مكتب البريد |
Treatment Centers in Rahat
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Adi Negev - Nahalat Eran |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rahat
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Al-Ihsan Mosque | |
| Al-Rahma Mosque | |
| Al-Salam Mosque | |
| Al-Taqwa Mosque | |
| Bilal Bin Rabah Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| مسجد الأنصار | |
| مسجد الاخاء | |
| مسجد الراشدين | |
| مسجد هلال |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rahat
What is the population of Rahat?
Rahat has a population of 19,586 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 2,591 people per square mile, spread across 7.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rahat?
Rahat 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.