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Tiberias, Israel
Northern District · Israel
Tiberias is a mid-size city in Northern District, Israel with a population of 44,779. Elevation: -423 ft (-129 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Tiberias
Tiberias is a city on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee in northern Israel. A major Jewish center during Late Antiquity, it has been considered since the 18th century one of Judaism's Four Holy Cities, along with Jerusalem, Hebron, and Safed. In 2024 it had a population of 52,123.
People
Climate
| Population | 44,779 |
| Population Density | 10,662 / sq mi |
| Elevation | -423 ft (-129 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.7922°, 35.5312° |
| Timezone | Asia/Jerusalem |
| Country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| State / Province | Northern District |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.5 inches (648 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.1 inches (3 cm) |
About Tiberias
Tiberias is a mid-size city in Israel (Northern District) with a population of 44,779. The city sits at an elevation of -423 feet (-129 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jerusalem.
Climate in Tiberias
Tiberias has an average annual temperature of 19.6°C (67°F). The hottest month is Jul (27.8°C), the coldest is Jan (10.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 237 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above Israel avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 347 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | -423 ft (-129 m) |
| Area | 4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 10,662/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.7922°N, 35.5312°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 | 23 km |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 124 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | 6,000 | 23 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | — | — | 88 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 30,000 | 90 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | — | 70,000 | 55 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | — | 88 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Harrat Ash Shamah (199 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Harrat Ash Shamah | Volcanic field | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 1850 | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| 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 | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| 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 |
Tiberias has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 50°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 15.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Tiberias
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| אורות נריה | — | — | — | — |
| אולפנית אורט | — | — | — | — |
| אורט במעלה - טבריה | — | — | — | — |
| Ayalim School | — | — | — | — |
| בית ספר הר נוף | — | — | — | — |
| בית ספר עמל בגליל | — | — | — | — |
| בית ספר רעות | — | — | — | — |
| בית ספר תחכמוני | — | — | — | — |
| בית ספר כינר | — | — | — | — |
| בית ספר ארליך | — | — | — | — |
| בית ספר בית יוסף | — | — | — | — |
| בית ספר נצח ישראל | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Tiberias
6 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 | |
| 104.5FM צפון | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ze Rock Radio | indy, metal | AAC 48 kbps |
Museums in Tiberias
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beit HaMeiri Museum | ||||
| Beit Shturman | ||||
| Caphernaum The Town of Jesus | ||||
| Golan Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Golani Museum | ||||
| Greek Orthodox Bishopric (Alkalai) Caves | ||||
| Hazor antiquities museum | ||||
| Marzipan Museum | ||||
| Mishkan Museum of Art, Ein Harod | ||||
| Nazareth Village | ||||
| Pre Historic Museum | ||||
| The Circassian Center | ||||
| Tiberias Open Air Museum | ||||
| Umm Qais Museum | ||||
| Yigal Allon Center | ||||
| Zinati house | ||||
| חוות כנרת |
Libraries in Tiberias
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Ohalo library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kinnert college library (building 700) | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal library | 0.0 | |||||
| Safed college library | 0.0 | |||||
| סיפריה | 0.0 | |||||
| ספריה | 0.0 | |||||
| ספרייה עירונית | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tiberias
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food market | |||||
| Market "Shuk" | |||||
| Municipal market | |||||
| New City Market | |||||
| Old City Market | |||||
| Old City;Market Nazareth |
Hotels in Tiberias
25 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tiberias
15 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tiberias
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tiberias
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tiberias
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tiberias
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tiberias
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Tiberias
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tiberias
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tiberias
17 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 |
| King Hussein Air College | OMF | Small Airport |
| Kiryat Shmona Airport | KSW | Small Airport |
| Megiddo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mezzeh Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tnuvot Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tiberias
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Tiberias Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Tiberias
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| community health center |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tiberias
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Old Synagogue in Tiberias | |
| St. Andrew Church | |
| St. Peter Church | |
| The Russian Ecclesiastical Mission Compound of St. Mary Magdalena | |
| בית כנסת ושטיבלאך קרית שמואל |
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What is the population of Tiberias?
Tiberias has a population of 44,779 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 10,662 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tiberias?
Tiberias enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.5 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow.