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Yāfā, Israel
Northern District · Israel
Yāfā is a small city in Northern District, Israel with a population of 18,905. Elevation: 1,168 ft (356 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Yāfā
Yafa an-Naseriyye is an Arab town in Israel. It forms part of the metropolitan area of Nazareth, also an Arab locality. Declared a local council in 1960, it had a population of 18,837 in 2024, approximately 80.7% of whom were Muslim and 19.3% Christian.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,905 |
| Population Density | 8,365 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,168 ft (356 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.6892°, 35.2783° |
| Timezone | Asia/Jerusalem |
| Country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| State / Province | Northern District |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.3 inches (414 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Yāfā
Yāfā is a small city in Israel (Northern District) with a population of 18,905. The city sits at an elevation of 1,168 feet (356 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 88°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jerusalem.
Climate in Yāfā
Yāfā has an average annual temperature of 21°C (70°F). The hottest month is Aug (28°C), the coldest is Jan (13.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.7°F |
| 35% above Israel avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 350 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,168 ft (356 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,365/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.6892°N, 35.2783°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 | 40 km |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 116 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | 6,000 | 40 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | - | - | 79 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 30,000 | 113 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | - | 70,000 | 43 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | - | 79 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 56°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 88°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 5.1 in |
Yāfā has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 52°F in February to 88°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.0") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Yāfā
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| בית ספר יסודי א' - יפיע | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Joseph High School | - | - | - | - |
| בית ספר אבדאע | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Yāfā
8 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 | |
| Radio Plus (XK) | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Yāfā
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beit Shturman | ||||
| Golani Museum | ||||
| Greek Orthodox Bishopric (Alkalai) Caves | ||||
| Joara | ||||
| Knights Halls | ||||
| Marzipan Museum | ||||
| Mishkan Museum of Art, Ein Harod | ||||
| Museum of Regional and Mediterranean Archaeology | ||||
| Nazareth Village | ||||
| Okashi museum | ||||
| The Circassian Center | ||||
| The Turkish Bathhouse | ||||
| Treasuries in The Wall | ||||
| Underground Prisoners Museum | ||||
| Wilfrid Museum | ||||
| Yigal Allon Center | ||||
| מוזיאון בית פישר | ||||
| מוזיאון בית פישר |
Libraries in Yāfā
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alnoor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central library and Memorial Center | 0.0 | |||||
| City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ibn Khaldun 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 | |||||
| Yad la-Banim | 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 | |||||
| المكتبة العامة بسمة | 0.0 | |||||
| جنين | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتب الو عمار للخدمات العامه | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة فؤاد سابا العامة عسفيا | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Yāfā
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market | |||||
| Market "Shuk" | |||||
| Migdal Haemeq Farmers Market | |||||
| New City Market | |||||
| Old City Market | |||||
| Old City;Market Nazareth | |||||
| Open Market | |||||
| The white market | |||||
| שוק קרית אתא |
Stadiums & Teams in Yāfā
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Kiryat Haim Stadium | ||
| Nesher stadium |
Airports Near Yāfā
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ben Gurion International Airport | TLV | Large Airport |
| Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport | ADJ | Large Airport |
| 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 |
| Kefar Gallim Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Kiryat Shmona Airport | KSW | Small Airport |
| Megiddo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rishon Lezion Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tnuvot Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Yāfā
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Leumit | ||
| Maccabi | ||
| Maccabi Healthcare Services |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Yāfā
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Saint Joseph Greek Catholic Church (Melkite) |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Yāfā
What is the population of Yāfā?
Yāfā has a population of 18,905 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 8,365 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Yāfā?
Yāfā has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.3 inches.