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Áratos, Greece

East Macedonia and Thrace · Greece

Áratos is a small town in East Macedonia and Thrace, Greece with a population of 1,152. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

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C+ Fair
1,152 Population 8/sq mi density
112 ft Elevation 34 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
22.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
$15,768 Median Income
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2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$15,768 median income

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About Áratos

Áratos

Gratini is a village of Rhodope regional unit in northern Greece, 13 km north of Komotini. It is part of the municipal unit of Komotini.

People

Population1,152
Density8/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$15,768

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain22.2 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Population1,152
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Coordinates41.0814°, 25.5519°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvinceEast Macedonia and Thrace
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation22.2 inches (563 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$15,768

About Áratos

Áratos is a small town in Greece (East Macedonia and Thrace) with a population of 1,152. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet (34 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.

The median household income in Áratos is $15,768, which is 79% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 67 business establishments.

Income: Áratos vs Greece

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Income

Median HH Income$15,768
79% below Greece avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)67

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Áratos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 296 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 22.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average57.0°F
6% above Greece avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Area148.8 sq mi (385.4 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates41.0814°N, 25.5519°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.2"
42% below Greece avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.11"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

976 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 12, 2025.

May 24, 2014 21 km SSW of Kamariótissa, Greece M6.9 89 km
Jul 6, 2003 28 km NNE of Gökçeada, Turkey M5.7 81 km
Jun 7, 2025 6 km WNW of Karyes, Greece M5.4 148 km
Jul 6, 2003 30 km NE of Gökçeada, Turkey M5.3 88 km
Jun 15, 2004 26 km N of Gökçeada, Turkey M5.2 76 km
Sep 4, 2014 29 km NNW of Mýrina, Greece M4.9 123 km
May 25, 2014 Western Turkey M4.9 89 km
Feb 15, 2025 12 km E of Ouranoupolis, Greece M4.9 145 km
Oct 12, 1991 22 km W of Gökçeada, Turkey M4.8 98 km
Jul 9, 2003 17 km N of Gökçeada, Turkey M4.8 87 km
Jul 24, 2015 13 km NW of Eceabat, Turkey M4.8 107 km
Sep 22, 2024 10 km NNE of Karyes, Greece M4.8 134 km
Sep 9, 1999 10 km NW of Gökçeada, Turkey M4.8 94 km
Dec 11, 1998 7 km NW of Chirpan, Bulgaria M4.7 132 km
Apr 5, 2002 4 km NE of Asenovgrad, Bulgaria M4.7 119 km
Jul 30, 2013 10 km NNW of Gökçeada, Turkey M4.6 92 km
May 24, 2014 28 km NE of Gökçeada, Turkey M4.6 92 km
Jun 7, 2023 Bulgaria M4.6 122 km
Jun 5, 2025 38 km NW of Mýrina, Greece M4.6 124 km
Feb 20, 2006 16 km ENE of Kardzhali, Bulgaria M4.6 70 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1905 NORTH AEGEAN SEA Eruption + Earthquake 3.0 m 11 135 km
1912 MARMARA SEA Eruption + Earthquake 2.7 m 2,800 138 km
1893 SAMOTHRACE Earthquake 1.0 m 1 65 km
2014 NORTH AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 0.2 m 3 89 km
1585 NORTH AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 132 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in
March 46°F (8°C) 2.1 in
April 54°F (12°C) 1.8 in
May 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in
June 71°F (22°C) 1.5 in
July 76°F (24°C) 1.0 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.7 in Driest
September 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
November 49°F (10°C) 3.0 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.1 in Wettest

Áratos has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 40°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.1") and August the driest (0.7").

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Radio Stations near Áratos

22 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Focus 103.6 news, news talk MP3 128 kbps
Ροδόπη 95.5 greek pop MP3 128 kbps
Χρόνος 87.5 news talk, pop MP3
Ρυθμός Κομοτηνής 103.1 greek pop, mainstream MP3
DIAVLOS FM 99.2 MP3 128 kbps
Παρατηρητής 94 music, talk MP3 128 kbps
Sky 99.2 greek, mainstream MP3 192 kbps
Sky 100.7 greek pop, mainstream MP3 192 kbps
ERT Komotini 98.1 91.2 ert, public radio MP3 256 kbps
Focus FM 103.6 MP3 128 kbps
Υπάρχω 103.7 folk, greek MP3 128 kbps
NRG 98.5 greek pop, mainstream MP3 128 kbps
Υπάρχω 101.4 greek folk music MP3 320 kbps
NRG 92.4 dance, pop MP3 192 kbps
Focus 99.6 music, news MP3 320 kbps
Sky FM 99,7 MP3 128 kbps
Sky 91.3 greek, mainstream MP3 192 kbps
Focus 88.8 folk, greek MP3 128 kbps
NRG 89.5 dance, mainstream MP3 192 kbps
Thrakifm 99.8 MP3 128 kbps
NRG 101.5 oldies, pop music MP3
Polis 102.6 folklore, greek MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Áratos

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archæological Museum
Byzantine Museum
Caratheodory museum
Carathéodory Museum
City Museum
Ecclesiastical Museum
Folk Museum
Folklore Museum of Xylagani
Military Museum
Nymfaia WW2 Bunker Military Museum
Tavaniotis Mansion
Thracian Museum of Education
Μουσείο Καλαθοπλεκτικής των Ρωμά

Libraries in Áratos

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Central Library0.0
Library of the New Mosque0.0

Farmers Markets in Áratos

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Δημοτική Αγορά Κομοτηνής

Castles in Áratos

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Γρατιανούπολις

Train Stations in Áratos

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Venna

Gas Stations in Áratos

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AEGEAN
BP
Elin
REVOIL
REVOIL
ΕΛΙΝΟΙΛ
ΕΛΙΝΟΙΛ

Stadiums & Teams in Áratos

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Áratos

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alexandroupoli Democritus AirportAXDMedium Airport
Komotini AirfieldSmall Airport
Xanthi AeroclubSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Áratos

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ευαγγελισμός θεοτόκου
Ζωοδόχος Πηγή
Προφήτης Ηλίας

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Athens
Elevation
83 m (272 ft)
Postal Code
69100

🇬🇷 About Greece

Capital Athens
Population 10,727,668
Area 131,940 km²
GDP (USD) $242,946,187,738
GDP per capita $23,344
HDI 0.893
Life expectancy 81.5 years
Internet users 85.0%
Urban population 78.8%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages Greek
Calling code +30
TLD .gr
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Greece

15 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Πρωτοχρονιά
Jan 6 Epiphany Θεοφάνεια
Feb 23 Clean Monday Καθαρά Δευτέρα
Mar 25 Annunciation Ευαγγελισμός της Θεοτόκου
Mar 25 Independence Day Εικοστή Πέμπτη Μαρτίου
Apr 10 Good Friday Μεγάλη Παρασκευή
Apr 12 Easter Sunday Κυριακή του Πάσχα
Apr 13 Easter Monday Δευτέρα του Πάσχα
May 1 Labour Day Εργατική Πρωτομαγιά
May 31 Pentecost Πεντηκοστή
Jun 1 Whit Monday Δευτέρα Πεντηκοστής
Aug 15 Assumption Day Κοίμηση της Θεοτόκου
Oct 28 Ochi Day Το Όχι
Dec 25 Christmas Day Χριστούγεννα
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Σύναξις Υπεραγίας Θεοτόκου Μαρίας

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Frequently Asked Questions About Áratos

What is the population of Áratos?

Áratos has a population of 1,152 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 148.8 square miles.

Is Áratos expensive to live in?

The median household income is $15,768, 79% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Áratos?

Áratos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.2 inches.

How is the job market in Áratos?

There are 67 business establishments in the area.

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