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Yeroẖam, Israel
Southern District · Israel
Yeroẖam is a small city in Southern District, Israel with a population of 10,294. Elevation: 1,637 ft (499 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
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About Yeroẖam
Yeruham is a town in the Southern District of Israel, in the Negev desert. It covers 38,584 dunams, and had a population of 11,989 in 2024. It is named after the Biblical Jeroham.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,294 |
| Population Density | 691 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,637 ft (499 m) |
| Coordinates | 30.9882°, 34.9318° |
| Timezone | Asia/Jerusalem |
| Country | 🇮🇱 Israel |
| State / Province | Southern District |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 7.0 inches (178 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Yeroẖam
Yeroẖam is a small city in Israel (Southern District) with a population of 10,294. The city sits at an elevation of 1,637 feet (499 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Jerusalem.
Climate in Yeroẖam
Yeroẖam has an average annual temperature of 20.8°C (69°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.2°C), the coldest is Jan (12.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 194 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.7°F |
| 22% above Israel avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 323 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,637 ft (499 m) |
| Area | 14.9 sq mi (38.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 691/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.9882°N, 34.9318°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 | — | 96 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | — | — | 125 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | — | 125 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 71°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 1.4 in |
Yeroẖam has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 50°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 7.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.6") and June the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Yeroẖam
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albert Katz International School for Desert Studies | University | — | Visit → |
| Jacob Blaustein Institutes for Desert Research (BIDR) | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Yeroẖam
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| בית ספר יסודי רחמה | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Yeroẖam
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| radio darom 95.8fm 97fm | music, news | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Yeroẖam
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abraham's Well International Visitors' Center | ||||
| Indian Jewish Heritage museum | ||||
| Mitzpe Revivim |
Farmers Markets in Yeroẖam
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedouin Market | |||||
| Dimona municipal market |
Hotels in Yeroẖam
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Yeroẖam
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Yeroẖam
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Yeroẖam
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Yeroẖam
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bar Yehuda Airfield | MTZ | Medium Airport |
| Nevatim Air Base | VTM | Medium Airport |
| Ramon Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Arad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Beersheba (Teyman) Airport | BEV | Small Airport |
| Dimona Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ein Yahav Airfield | EIY | Small Airport |
| Gvulot Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hatzerim Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Hatzerim Northwest Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kedma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kzeiot Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mitzpe Ramon Airfield | MIP | Small Airport |
| Negba-Gold Agricultural Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Talmei Yosef Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Yeroẖam
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Beit Pinkas synagogue | |
| Central synagogue |
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What is the population of Yeroẖam?
Yeroẖam has a population of 10,294 residents and is located in Israel. The population density is 691 people per square mile, spread across 14.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Yeroẖam?
Yeroẖam enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.0 inches.