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Shalva, Israel
Southern District · Israel
Shalva is a small town in Southern District, Israel with a population of 503. Elevation: 551 ft (168 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Shalva
Shalva is a moshav shitufi in southern Israel. Located in the southern Shephelah near Kiryat Gat, it falls under the jurisdiction of Shafir Regional Council. In 2024 it had a population of 677.
People
Climate
| Population | 503 |
| Population Density | 80 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 551 ft (168 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.5647°, 34.7686° |
| 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 Shalva
Shalva is a small town in Israel (Southern District) with a population of 503. The city sits at an elevation of 551 feet (168 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.
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 | 551 ft (168 m) |
| Area | 6.3 sq mi (16.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 80/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.5647°N, 34.7686°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 | — | 75 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | — | — | 84 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | — | 84 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 65°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 75°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) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in |
Shalva has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 51°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 14.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.7") and June the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Shalva
15 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galgalatz | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kan Bet | news, talk | MP3 146 kbps | |
| 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 | |
| 88FM | — | UNKNOWN | |
| 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 Shalva
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Fortress facing Gaza | ||||
| Ashdod's museam Korin Maman | ||||
| Beit HaGvura | ||||
| Biblical Museum of Natural History | ||||
| Givati Museum | ||||
| Joe Alon Center | ||||
| מוזיאון של קיבוץ |
Libraries in Shalva
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Andalus Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al Bayader Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al Nour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Matnas Ramat Bet Shemesh | 0.0 | |||||
| Meitar Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| סיפרייה עירונית | 0.0 | |||||
| ספריה עירונית אשקלון | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרייה ומרכז משאבים בי"ס מקיף א' אשדוד | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרייה ומרכז משאבים בי"ס מקיף א' אשדוד | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרייה עירונית | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרייה עירונית | 0.0 | |||||
| ספריית חברא הספרייה המרכזית לציבור החרדי | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרית תיכון צפית | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Shalva
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Market | |||||
| New Town Market | |||||
| Town Market | |||||
| השוק העירוני אשקלון | |||||
| سوق بلدي | |||||
| سوق بلدي |
Breweries in Shalva
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| מבשלת שפירא |
Stadiums & Teams in Shalva
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Shalva
24 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 |
| Tel Nof Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Arad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Beersheba (Teyman) Airport | BEV | Small Airport |
| Dimona Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ein Vered Airfield | — | 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 |
| Tnuvot Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Shalva
17 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Adi Negev - Nahalat Eran | ||
| Assuta Ashdod | ||
| Clalit clinic | ||
| Kupat Holim Clalit | ||
| Kupat Holim Clalit | ||
| Kupat Holim Meuhedet | ||
| Leumit Almog | ||
| Leumit Rova 3 | ||
| Leumit Rova HaKirya | ||
| Maccabi | ||
| Maccabi clinic | ||
| Maccabi clinic | ||
| Terem Ashdod | ||
| כללית | ||
| לאומית גן יבנה | ||
| מכבי | ||
| מרפאת רופאים |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shalva
What is the population of Shalva?
Shalva has a population of 503 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 80 people per square mile, spread across 6.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shalva?
Shalva 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.