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Agía Varvára, Greece
Crete · Greece
Agía Varvára is a small town in Crete, Greece with a population of 2,167. Elevation: 1,959 ft (597 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Agía Varvára
Agia Varvara is a village and a former municipality in the Heraklion regional unit, Crete, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform it is part of the municipality Gortyn, of which it is a municipal unit. The municipal unit has an area of 99.038 km2 (38.239 sq mi). Population 4,241 (2021). The village lies at an altitude of about 580 meters and has 2,096 inhabitants.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 2,167 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,959 ft (597 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.1372°, 25.0013° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | Crete |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.3 inches (694 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $21,060 |
About Agía Varvára
Agía Varvára is a small town in Greece (Crete) with a population of 2,167. The city sits at an elevation of 1,959 feet (597 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Agía Varvára vs Greece
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Income
| Median HH Income | $21,060 |
| 72% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 126 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Agía Varvára
Agía Varvára has an average annual temperature of 18.8°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jul (26.1°C), the coldest is Feb (12.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 481 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.6°F |
| 16% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,959 ft (597 m) |
| Area | 116.1 sq mi (300.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1372°N, 25.0013°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
12 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 90.0 m (295 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| -1610 | THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) | Astronomical | 90.0 m | — | 145 km |
| 1650 | THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) | Explosion | 30.0 m | 120 | 145 km |
| 2020 | CRETE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 124 km |
| 2000 | CRETE | Eruption + Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 120 km |
| 2009 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 116 km |
| 2025 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 108 km |
| 2013 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 82 km |
| 1870 | ALEXANDRIA | Earthquake | — | — | 132 km |
| 1629 | CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 96 km |
| 1494 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 61 km |
| 1050 | ISLAND OF THIRA | Astronomical | — | — | 145 km |
| 46 | THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) | Astronomical | — | — | 145 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Santorini (145 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Santorini | Shield(s) | 367 m (1,204 ft) | 1950 | 145 km |
| Milos | Stratovolcano(es) | 751 m (2,464 ft) | 140 | 181 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 53°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 65°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 65°F (19°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 4.8 in |
Agía Varvára has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 50°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.6") and August the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Agía Varvára
15 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Radio 92.6 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kriti FM 87.5 | cretan music, greek | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Mires 97,1 | greek, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| KRITIKOS 88.7 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Best Radio | rock | UNKNOWN | |
| Best Radio 94.7 FM | — | MP3 160 kbps | |
| KPaX Radio | κοινωνικό ραδιόφωνο χανίων | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO MIRES 97.1 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| DRS FM 95.3 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ορθοδοξία - Α. Μυτιληναίος | orthodox christian, speech | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Ορθοδοξία - Σωτηρόπουλος Νικόλαος | orthodox christian, ορθοδοξία | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Ορθοδοξία - Γραφή | ορθοδοξία, χριστιανισμός | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Σωτηρόπουλος | ορθοδοξία, χριστιανισμός | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Studio 19 | greek hellenic music | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| DRS 95.3 | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Agía Varvára
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Collection of Archanes | ||||
| Archeological Museum of Messara | ||||
| Christian Art Museum | ||||
| El Greco House and Museum | ||||
| Folk Museum of Ano Asites | ||||
| Heraklion Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Heraklion Museum of Ancient Greek Technology Kostas Kotsanas | ||||
| Historical Museum of Crete | ||||
| Museum of Cretan Ethnology | ||||
| Museum of Wooden Sculptures | ||||
| Natural History Museum of Crete | ||||
| Nikos Xylouris | ||||
| Palace of Knossos | ||||
| RAM Rulers | ||||
| Αγία Αικατερίνη | ||||
| Κέντρο Αρχαιολογικής Πληροφόρησης | ||||
| Μουσείο | ||||
| Μουσείο Καζαντζάκη |
Libraries in Agía Varvára
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library of the University Of Crete | 0.0 | |||||
| Βιβλιοθήκη ΕΛΜΕΠΑ | 0.0 | |||||
| Βικελαία Βιβλιοθήκη | 0.0 | |||||
| Βικελαία Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Agía Varvára
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local Market (Sa) | |||||
| Miros Bazzar | |||||
| Open Street Market Area | |||||
| Λαϊκή Αγορά |
Monuments in Agía Varvára
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Agía Varvára
2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Agía Varvára
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Agía Varvára
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Agía Varvára
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notos Brewery | ||||
| Solo Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Agía Varvára
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Agía Varvára
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport | HER | Large Airport |
| (*)Kasteli Hellenic Air Force Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Tympaki Air Base | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Agía Varvára
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St. Joseph Chapel | |
| Αγία Παρασκευή | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος | |
| Άγιος Θωμάς | |
| Άγιος Ιωάννης | |
| Άγιος Ιωάννης Ριγολόγος | |
| Άγιος Ιωάσαφ | |
| Άγιος Παντελεήμονας | |
| Άγιος Παντελεήμονας | |
| Αφέντης Χριστός | |
| Κερά Σπηλιώτισσα | |
| Μιχαήλ Αρχάγγελος | |
| Παναγία Καρδιώτισσα |
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What is the population of Agía Varvára?
Agía Varvára has a population of 2,167 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 116.1 square miles.
Is Agía Varvára expensive to live in?
The median household income is $21,060, 72% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Agía Varvára?
Agía Varvára enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.3 inches.
How is the job market in Agía Varvára?
There are 126 business establishments in the area.