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Retamim, Israel
Southern District · Israel
Retamim is a small town in Southern District, Israel with a population of 537. Elevation: 863 ft (263 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Retamim
Retamim is a kibbutz in the central Negev desert in southern Israel. Located three kilometres northwest of Revivim, it falls under the jurisdiction of Ramat HaNegev Regional Council. In 2024 it had a population of 817.
People
Climate
| Population | 537 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 863 ft (263 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.0546°, 34.6897° |
| Timezone | Asia/Jerusalem |
| Country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| State / Province | Southern District |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 7.3 inches (185 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Retamim
Retamim is a small town in Israel (Southern District) with a population of 537. The city sits at an elevation of 863 feet (263 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jerusalem.
Climate in Retamim
Retamim 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 | 66.9°F |
| 24% above Israel avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 323 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 863 ft (263 m) |
| Area | 164.8 sq mi (426.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.0546°N, 34.6897°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 | — | 107 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | — | — | 130 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | — | 130 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 1.5 in |
Retamim has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 52°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 7.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.7") and June the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Retamim
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| radio darom 95.8fm 97fm | music, news | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Retamim
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abraham's Well International Visitors' Center | ||||
| Carasso Science Park | ||||
| Israeli Air Force Museum | ||||
| Lunada | ||||
| Mitzpe Revivim | ||||
| Open Museum Omer | ||||
| The Negev Museum | ||||
| ארכיון אורים |
Libraries in Retamim
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central library | 0.0 | |||||
| Zalman Aranne Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| הספריה העירונית באר-שבע | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Retamim
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedouin Market | |||||
| City market |
Stadiums & Teams in Retamim
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Retamim
17 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 |
| Hatzor Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Kedma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kzeiot Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mitzpe Ramon Airfield | MIP | Small Airport |
| Negba-Gold Agricultural Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Talmei Yosef Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Retamim?
Retamim has a population of 537 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 164.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Retamim?
Retamim enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.3 inches.