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Shoval, Israel
Southern District · Israel
Shoval is a small town in Southern District, Israel with a population of 820. Elevation: 705 ft (215 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Shoval
Shoval is a kibbutz in southern Israel. Located in the northern Negev desert near the Bedouin city of Rahat, it falls under the jurisdiction of Bnei Shimon Regional Council. In 2024 it had a population of 1,052.
People
Climate
| Population | 820 |
| Population Density | 109 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 705 ft (215 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.4134°, 34.7438° |
| Timezone | Asia/Jerusalem |
| Country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| State / Province | Southern District |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.2 inches (336 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Shoval
Shoval is a small town in Israel (Southern District) with a population of 820. The city sits at an elevation of 705 feet (215 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jerusalem.
Climate in Shoval
Shoval 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 | 69.5°F |
| 29% above Israel avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 352 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 705 ft (215 m) |
| Area | 7.6 sq mi (19.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 109/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.4134°N, 34.7438°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 | — | 82 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | — | — | 97 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | — | 97 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 2.5 in |
Shoval has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 54°F in February to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.8") and June the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Shoval
12 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Shoval
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Fortress facing Gaza | ||||
| Abraham's Well International Visitors' Center | ||||
| Beit HaGvura | ||||
| Carasso Science Park | ||||
| Givati Museum | ||||
| Israeli Air Force Museum | ||||
| Joe Alon Center | ||||
| Lunada | ||||
| Open Museum Omer | ||||
| The Negev Museum | ||||
| ארכיון אורים | ||||
| מוזיאון של קיבוץ |
Libraries in Shoval
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Andalus Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al Bayader Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al Nour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jareer workshop | 0.0 | |||||
| Meitar Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Zalman Aranne Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| הספריה העירונית באר-שבע | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרייה עירונית | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة المنارة | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Shoval
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedouin Market | |||||
| City market | |||||
| City Market | |||||
| New Town Market | |||||
| سوق بلدي | |||||
| سوق بلدي |
Stadiums & Teams in Shoval
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Shoval
22 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 |
| Ramon Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Tel Nof Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Arad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Beersheba (Teyman) Airport | BEV | Small Airport |
| Dimona Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gvulot Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hatzerim Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Hatzerim Northwest Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hatzor Air Base | — | 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 |
Treatment Centers in Shoval
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Adi Negev - Nahalat Eran |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shoval
What is the population of Shoval?
Shoval has a population of 820 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 109 people per square mile, spread across 7.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shoval?
Shoval enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.2 inches.