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Archaía Olympía, Greece
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Archaía Olympía is a small town in West Greece, Greece with a population of 1,208. Elevation: 151 ft (46 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
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About Archaía Olympía
Olympia, officially Archaia Olympia, is a small town in Elis on the Peloponnese peninsula in Greece, famous for the nearby archaeological site of the same name. The site was a major Panhellenic religious sanctuary of ancient Greece, where the ancient Olympic Games were held every four years throughout classical antiquity, from the 8th century BC to the 4th century AD. They were restored on a global basis in 1894 in honor of the ideal of peaceful international contention for excellence.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 1,208 |
| Population Density | 2,946 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.6479°, 21.6271° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | West Greece |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.0 inches (762 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $17,280 |
About Archaía Olympía
Archaía Olympía is a small town in Greece (West Greece) with a population of 1,208. The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet (46 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Archaía Olympía vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $17,280 |
| 77% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 70 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.4°F |
| 14% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) |
| Area | 40.9 sq mi (106.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,946/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.6479°N, 21.6271°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1963 | CORINTH GULF | Meteorological | 6.0 m | 2 | 81 km |
| 1867 | PELOPONNESUS, GREECE | Earthquake | 6.0 m | — | 148 km |
| 1817 | CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF | Earthquake | 5.0 m | — | 84 km |
| 1965 | NORTH CORINTH GULF | Eruption + Earthquake | 3.0 m | 2 | 115 km |
| 1861 | CORINTH GULF | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.1 m | — | 79 km |
| 2008 | SW. CORINTH GULF | Unknown | 2.0 m | — | 79 km |
| 1996 | W. CORINTH GULF | Meteorological | 2.0 m | — | 89 km |
| 2018 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 95 km |
| 1995 | GULF OF CORINTH: AIYION | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | 26 | 102 km |
| 1981 | ATHENS-EASTERN GULF OF CORINTH | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 22 | 131 km |
| 1953 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 103 km |
| 1948 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 7 | 144 km |
| 1947 | PELOPONNESUS, GREECE | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | 3 | 97 km |
| 1899 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 46 km |
| 1928 | CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 20 | 127 km |
| 1898 | IONIAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 56 km |
| 2015 | IONIAN SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 145 km |
| 2018 | ISLAND OF ZAKYNTHOS | Meteorological | — | — | 91 km |
| 1992 | CORINTH GULF | Earthquake | — | — | 116 km |
| 1984 | CORINTHOS GULF, GREECE | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 85 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Methana (151 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Methana | Lava dome(s) | 760 m (2,493 ft) | -258 | 151 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 5.3 in | |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
Archaía Olympía has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 48°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Archaía Olympía
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancient Olympia Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Archaía Olympía
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio A13 | greek folk music, greek traditional | MP3 | |
| Greca 99.4 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Λαϊκός 107.1 | greek folk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Energy 94.2 | greek pop, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Greca Fm 99,4 | pop, top 40 | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Archaía Olympía
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Otto Szymiczek" Conference Center, 110 seats - The Historical Archive of ATHENS 2004 | ||||
| Archaelogical Museum of Elis | ||||
| Archaelogical Museum of Olympia | ||||
| Archaelogical Museum of Pyrgos | ||||
| Archimedes' Museum | ||||
| Folklore Museum of Nea Figaleia | ||||
| Museum of the History of the Exacavations in Olympia | ||||
| Museum of the History of the Olympic Games in Antiquity | ||||
| Neda Physicogeographical Geological Museum | ||||
| Αρχοντικό Πετραλιά | ||||
| Λαογραφικό Μουσείο Λαμπετίου |
Libraries in Archaía Olympía
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη Πύργου | 0.0 | |||||
| Πνευματικό Κέντρο | 0.0 |
Hotels in Archaía Olympía
20 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Archaía Olympía
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Archaía Olympía
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Archaía Olympía
3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Archaía Olympía
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Archaía Olympía
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Archaía Olympía
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Archaía Olympía
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Archaía Olympía
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kalavrita Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Archaía Olympía
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Andravida Air Base | PYR | Medium Airport |
| Kalamata Airport | KLX | Medium Airport |
| Patras Araxos Agamemnon Airport | GPA | Medium Airport |
| Zakynthos International Airport Dionysios Solomos | ZTH | Medium Airport |
| Epitalion Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Missolonghi Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Triodos Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Archaía Olympía
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| ΕΛΤΑ Αρχαίας Ολυμπίας |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Archaía Olympía
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Site of Olympia | Cultural | 1989 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Archaía Olympía
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Saint George Orthodox Church | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος | |
| Αγίων Θεοδώρων | |
| Κοιμήσεως Θεοτόκου | |
| Προφήτης Ηλίας |
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What is the population of Archaía Olympía?
Archaía Olympía has a population of 1,208 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 2,946 people per square mile, spread across 40.9 square miles.
Is Archaía Olympía expensive to live in?
The median household income is $17,280, 77% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Archaía Olympía?
Archaía Olympía enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.0 inches.
How is the job market in Archaía Olympía?
There are 70 business establishments in the area.