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Sha‘ar HaGolan, Israel
Northern District · Israel
Sha‘ar HaGolan is a small town in Northern District, Israel with a population of 543. Elevation: -623 ft (-190 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sha‘ar HaGolan
Sha'ar HaGolan is a kibbutz situated at the foot of the Golan Heights in the Jordan Valley area of north-eastern Israel. Located less than 1 km from the border with Jordan, it falls under the jurisdiction of Emek HaYarden Regional Council. In 2024 it had a population of 626.
People
Climate
| Population | 543 |
| Population Density | 44 / sq mi |
| Elevation | -623 ft (-190 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.6867°, 35.6040° |
| Timezone | Asia/Jerusalem |
| Country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| State / Province | Northern District |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.3 inches (414 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sha‘ar HaGolan
Sha‘ar HaGolan is a small town in Israel (Northern District) with a population of 543. The city sits at an elevation of -623 feet (-190 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 88°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jerusalem.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.7°F |
| 35% above Israel avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 350 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | -623 ft (-190 m) |
| Area | 12.2 sq mi (31.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 44/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.6867°N, 35.6040°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 | 36 km |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 113 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | 6,000 | 36 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | — | — | 77 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 30,000 | 98 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | — | 70,000 | 66 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | — | 77 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Harrat Ash Shamah (190 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Harrat Ash Shamah | Volcanic field | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 1850 | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 88°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 65°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in |
Sha‘ar HaGolan has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 56°F in February to 88°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") and June the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Sha‘ar HaGolan
5 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 | |
| 104.5FM צפון | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ze Rock Radio | indy, metal | AAC 48 kbps |
Museums in Sha‘ar HaGolan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beit Shturman | ||||
| Caphernaum The Town of Jesus | ||||
| Golani Museum | ||||
| Historical Museum | ||||
| Historical Museum | ||||
| Irbid Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Irbid Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Marzipan Museum | ||||
| Mishkan Museum of Art, Ein Harod | ||||
| Museum of Regional and Mediterranean Archaeology | ||||
| Pre Historic Museum | ||||
| Tel A Saki | ||||
| The Circassian Center | ||||
| Tiberias Open Air Museum | ||||
| Umm Qais Museum | ||||
| Yigal Allon Center | ||||
| חוות כנרת |
Libraries in Sha‘ar HaGolan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alnoor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kinnert college library (building 700) | 0.0 | |||||
| סיפריה | 0.0 | |||||
| الهدف | 0.0 | |||||
| الهدف | 0.0 | |||||
| عمارة مهدي الطوافشه | 0.0 | |||||
| عمارة مهدي الطوافشه | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة ابو عبادة | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة الحسين بن طلال | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sha‘ar HaGolan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Farmers' Market | |||||
| Food market | |||||
| Irbid Flea Market | |||||
| Open Market | |||||
| ميني ماركت محمود | |||||
| ميني ماركت محمود |
Restaurants in Sha‘ar HaGolan
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sha‘ar HaGolan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sha‘ar HaGolan
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ben Gurion International Airport | TLV | Large Airport |
| Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport | ADJ | Large Airport |
| 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 |
| Kefar Gallim Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| King Hussein Air College | OMF | Small Airport |
| Kiryat Shmona Airport | KSW | Small Airport |
| Megiddo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tnuvot Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Zarqa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Sha‘ar HaGolan
6 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| community health center | ||
| Malkishua | ||
| Mecca Pharmacy | ||
| pharmacy | ||
| Pharmacy | ||
| اطباء بلا حدود |
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What is the population of Sha‘ar HaGolan?
Sha‘ar HaGolan has a population of 543 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 44 people per square mile, spread across 12.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sha‘ar HaGolan?
Sha‘ar HaGolan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.3 inches.