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Sakhnīn, Israel
Northern District · Israel
Sakhnīn is a mid-size city in Northern District, Israel with a population of 31,702. Elevation: 774 ft (236 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sakhnīn
Sakhnin is a city in Israel's Northern District. It is located in the Lower Galilee, about 23 kilometres (14 mi) east of Acre. Sakhnin was declared a city in 1995. In 2024 its population was 33,728; 95% of the population was Muslim and 5% was Christian.
People
Climate
| Population | 31,702 |
| Population Density | 7,124 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 774 ft (236 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.8642°, 35.2971° |
| Timezone | Asia/Jerusalem |
| Country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| State / Province | Northern District |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.5 inches (648 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.1 inches (3 cm) |
About Sakhnīn
Sakhnīn is a mid-size city in Israel (Northern District) with a population of 31,702. The city sits at an elevation of 774 feet (236 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jerusalem.
Climate in Sakhnīn
Sakhnīn has an average annual temperature of 20.9°C (70°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.4°C), the coldest is Feb (14.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 461 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above Israel avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 347 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 774 ft (236 m) |
| Area | 4.5 sq mi (11.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,124/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.8642°N, 35.2971°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Jerusalem |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.0 m (26 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1759 | AKKO | Earthquake | 8.0 m | 2,000 | 24 km |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 134 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | 6,000 | 24 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | - | - | 98 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 30,000 | 96 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | - | 70,000 | 32 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | - | 98 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 7.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 5.1 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 5.4 in |
Sakhnīn has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 50°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.0") and June the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Sakhnīn
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| راديو الناس (PS) | culture, music | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Kol Rega קול רגע 91.5/96 | music, news | MP3 | |
| Ivri 6 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Haifa רדיו חיפה | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Лучшее Радио | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 104.5FM צפון | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ze Rock Radio | indy, metal | AAC 48 kbps |
Museums in Sakhnīn
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beit HaMeiri Museum | ||||
| Circassian heritage museum | ||||
| Golani Museum | ||||
| Greek Orthodox Bishopric (Alkalai) Caves | ||||
| Knights Halls | ||||
| Lochamay Hageta'ot | ||||
| Marzipan Museum | ||||
| Nazareth Village | ||||
| Okashi museum | ||||
| Privates Phönizier-Museum Achziv-Land | ||||
| The Circassian Center | ||||
| The Turkish Bathhouse | ||||
| Tiberias Open Air Museum | ||||
| Treasuries in The Wall | ||||
| Underground Prisoners Museum | ||||
| Wall and Tower | ||||
| Wilfrid Museum | ||||
| Yigal Allon Center | ||||
| Zinati house | ||||
| מוזיאון בית פישר | ||||
| מוזיאון בית פישר |
Libraries in Sakhnīn
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central library and Memorial Center | 0.0 | |||||
| City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Migdal Haemeq Local Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipality Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipality Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Safed college library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yad la-Banim | 0.0 | |||||
| הספרייה העירונית קרית אתא | 0.0 | |||||
| סיפריה | 0.0 | |||||
| ספריה אזורית משגב | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרייה סניף צור שלום | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة فؤاد سابا العامة عسفيا | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sakhnīn
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food market | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Market "Shuk" | |||||
| Migdal Haemeq Farmers Market | |||||
| Municipal market | |||||
| Old City;Market Nazareth | |||||
| The white market | |||||
| שוק קרית אתא |
Restaurants in Sakhnīn
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sakhnīn
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sakhnīn
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Kiryat Haim Stadium | ||
| Nesher stadium |
Airports Near Sakhnīn
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ramat David Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Rosh Pina Airport | RPN | Medium Airport |
| Uri Michaeli Haifa International Airport | HFA | Medium Airport |
| Cyclone damper | - | Small Airport |
| Dalton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ein Shemer Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ein Vered Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fiq Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Habonim Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Herzliya Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jabbour Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kefar Gallim Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Kiryat Shmona Airport | KSW | Small Airport |
| Megiddo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tnuvot Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Sakhnīn
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Leumit | ||
| Maccabi | ||
| Maccabi Healthcare Services |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sakhnīn
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Al-Noor Mosque | |
| Salah Al-Din Mosque | |
| مسجد أبو بكر | |
| مسجد صوفي |
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What is the population of Sakhnīn?
Sakhnīn has a population of 31,702 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 7,124 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sakhnīn?
Sakhnīn enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.5 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow.