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Shekhanya, Israel
Northern District · Israel
Shekhanya is a small town in Northern District, Israel with a population of 814. Elevation: 1,483 ft (452 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Shekhanya
Shekhanya is a community settlement in northern Israel. It is named after a priest family from the Bible. Located in the Galilee between Karmiel and Shefar'am, it falls under the jurisdiction of Misgav Regional Council. In 2024 it had a population of 710.
People
Climate
| Population | 814 |
| Population Density | 191 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,483 ft (452 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.8485°, 35.2468° |
| Timezone | Asia/Jerusalem |
| Country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| State / Province | Northern District |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.1 inches (891 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Shekhanya
Shekhanya is a small town in Israel (Northern District) with a population of 814. The city sits at an elevation of 1,483 feet (452 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jerusalem.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.3°F |
| 30% above Israel avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 349 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,483 ft (452 m) |
| Area | 4.3 sq mi (11.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 191/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.8485°N, 35.2468°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 | 29 km |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 134 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | 6,000 | 29 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | — | — | 97 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 30,000 | 101 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | — | 70,000 | 29 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | — | 97 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 7.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 5.1 in | Coldest |
| 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 | 82°F (28°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 |
Shekhanya has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 52°F in February to 82°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 Shekhanya
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 Shekhanya
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beit HaMeiri Museum | ||||
| Circassian heritage museum | ||||
| Golani Museum | ||||
| Greek Orthodox Bishopric (Alkalai) Caves | ||||
| Hecht archaeology museum | ||||
| Hecht archaeology museum | ||||
| Joara | ||||
| Knights Halls | ||||
| Lochamay Hageta'ot | ||||
| Marzipan Museum | ||||
| Nazareth Village | ||||
| Okashi museum | ||||
| Privates Phönizier-Museum Achziv-Land | ||||
| Railway Museum | ||||
| Railway Museum | ||||
| The Circassian Center | ||||
| The Turkish Bathhouse | ||||
| Treasuries in The Wall | ||||
| Underground Prisoners Museum | ||||
| Wall and Tower | ||||
| Wilfrid Museum | ||||
| Zinati house | ||||
| מוזיאון בית פישר | ||||
| מוזיאון בית פישר |
Libraries in Shekhanya
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central library and Memorial Center | 0.0 | |||||
| City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Elyachar Central 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 | |||||
| Younes & Soraya Nazarian Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Younes & Soraya Nazarian Library | 0.0 | |||||
| הספרייה העירונית קרית אתא | 0.0 | |||||
| סיפריה | 0.0 | |||||
| ספריה אזורית משגב | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרייה | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרייה סניף צור שלום | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרייה עירונית | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة فؤاد سابا العامة عسفيا | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Shekhanya
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flea market | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Market "Shuk" | |||||
| Migdal Haemeq Farmers Market | |||||
| Old City Market | |||||
| Old City;Market Nazareth | |||||
| Talpiot (interior) Market - historic building | |||||
| The white market | |||||
| שוק קרית אתא | |||||
| שוק תלפיות |
Zoos in Shekhanya
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Shekhanya
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Curly Krieger Athletics Stadium | ||
| Kiryat Haim Stadium | ||
| Nesher stadium |
Airports Near Shekhanya
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 Shekhanya
8 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Leumit | ||
| Leumit | ||
| Maccabi | ||
| Maccabi Healthcare Services | ||
| Romema Family Health Clinic | ||
| Поликлиника - Клалит | ||
| Поликлиника Макаби | ||
| Поликлиника Меюхедет. |
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What is the population of Shekhanya?
Shekhanya has a population of 814 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 191 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shekhanya?
Shekhanya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 349 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.1 inches.