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Sheqef, Israel
Southern District · Israel
Sheqef is a small town in Southern District, Israel with a population of 501. Elevation: 1,368 ft (417 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sheqef
Shekef is a moshav in south-central Israel. Located southeast of Kiryat Gat and west of Hebron, it falls under the jurisdiction of Lakhish Regional Council. In 2024 it had a population of 646.
People
Climate
| Population | 501 |
| Population Density | 496 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,368 ft (417 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.5166°, 34.9378° |
| 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 Sheqef
Sheqef is a small town in Israel (Southern District) with a population of 501. The city sits at an elevation of 1,368 feet (417 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.
Climate in Sheqef
Sheqef has an average annual temperature of 21.2°C (70°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.4°C), the coldest is Jan (12.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 152 mm.
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 | 1,368 ft (417 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 496/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.5166°N, 34.9378°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 | — | 61 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | — | — | 76 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | — | 76 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 53°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 3.0 in |
Sheqef has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 51°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.7") and June the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Sheqef
13 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galgalatz | — | MP3 128 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 | |
| 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 Sheqef
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artas Folklore Center | ||||
| Biblical Museum of Natural History | ||||
| Ein Yael | ||||
| Joe Alon Center | ||||
| Open Museum Omer | ||||
| ديوان عشيره الشرحه | ||||
| مسجد أهل الخير | ||||
| مسجد الصحابه |
Libraries in Sheqef
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Andalus Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al Baladya Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al Bayader Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al Kholod Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al-Forsan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al-Israa printing house | 0.0 | |||||
| alsaheb library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Al-Ahleia | 0.0 | |||||
| Matnas Ramat Bet Shemesh | 0.0 | |||||
| Meitar Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרייה עירונית | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרית תיכון צפית | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sheqef
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Vegetables Market | |||||
| Duty Free | |||||
| Town Market | |||||
| سوق بلدي | |||||
| سوق بلدي |
Cafes in Sheqef
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Sheqef
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| מבשלת שפירא |
Stadiums & Teams in Sheqef
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sheqef
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ben Gurion International Airport | TLV | Large Airport |
| Bar Yehuda Airfield | MTZ | Medium Airport |
| Nevatim Air Base | VTM | Medium Airport |
| Ramon Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Tel Nof Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Arad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ash-Shunah al-Janubiyah 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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sheqef
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bne Dekalim Synagogue | |
| בתי הכנסת המרכזים בני דקלים ע"ש משפחת פיצ'וטו |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sheqef
What is the population of Sheqef?
Sheqef has a population of 501 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 496 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sheqef?
Sheqef 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.