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Arkalochóri, Greece
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Arkalochóri is a small town in Crete, Greece with a population of 3,537. Elevation: 1,266 ft (386 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
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About Arkalochóri
Arkalochori is a town and a former municipality in the Heraklion regional unit, Crete, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform it is part of the municipality Minoa Pediada, of which it is a municipal unit. The municipal unit has an area of 237.589 km2 (91.734 sq mi).
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 3,537 |
| Population Density | 34 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,266 ft (386 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.1463°, 25.2654° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | Crete |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.4 inches (646 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $21,060 |
About Arkalochóri
Arkalochóri is a small town in Greece (Crete) with a population of 3,537. The city sits at an elevation of 1,266 feet (386 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Arkalochóri vs Greece
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Income
| Median HH Income | $21,060 |
| 72% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 205 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Arkalochóri
Arkalochóri 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 | 63.0°F |
| 17% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,266 ft (386 m) |
| Area | 104.9 sq mi (271.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 34/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1463°N, 25.2654°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 | — | 140 km |
| 1650 | THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) | Explosion | 30.0 m | 120 | 140 km |
| 2020 | CRETE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 115 km |
| 2000 | CRETE | Eruption + Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 110 km |
| 2009 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 111 km |
| 2025 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 91 km |
| 2013 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 86 km |
| 1870 | ALEXANDRIA | Earthquake | — | — | 116 km |
| 1629 | CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 98 km |
| 1494 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 45 km |
| 1050 | ISLAND OF THIRA | Astronomical | — | — | 140 km |
| 46 | THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) | Astronomical | — | — | 140 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Santorini (140 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Santorini | Shield(s) | 367 m (1,204 ft) | 1950 | 140 km |
| Milos | Stratovolcano(es) | 751 m (2,464 ft) | 140 | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (10°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 66°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 | 73°F (23°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 4.6 in |
Arkalochóri has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 51°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and August the driest (0.0").
Schools in Arkalochóri
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd Elementary School Arkalochoriou | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Arkalochóri
22 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Radio 92.6 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ηχώ Ιεράπετρα | news, pop | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Kriti FM 87.5 | cretan music, greek | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Λατώ Άγιος Νικόλαος | news, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Panic 93.7 | greek pop, mainstream | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Best Radio 94.7 FM | — | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Best Radio | rock | UNKNOWN | |
| KRITIKOS 88.7 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ράδιο 104.4 Άγιος Νικόλαος | news, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Δίαυλος Κρήτης | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Mires 97,1 | greek, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Madness 95 | mainstream, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Λασίθι 92.3 | greek pop, mainstream | 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 | |
| KPaX Radio | κοινωνικό ραδιόφωνο χανίων | MP3 128 kbps | |
| DRS 95.3 | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Arkalochóri
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Collection of Archanes | ||||
| Christian Art Museum | ||||
| Heraklion Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Heraklion Museum of Ancient Greek Technology Kostas Kotsanas | ||||
| Historical Museum of Crete | ||||
| History and folklore Museum | ||||
| Homo Sapiens | ||||
| Maritime Collection | ||||
| Museum Lychnostatis | ||||
| Museum of Rural Life | ||||
| National resistance museum - Municipality of Viannos | ||||
| Natural History Museum of Crete | ||||
| Omalia olive press | ||||
| Palace of Knossos | ||||
| RAM Rulers | ||||
| Αγία Αικατερίνη | ||||
| λαογραφικό μουσείο | ||||
| Μουσείο | ||||
| Μουσείο Καζαντζάκη |
Libraries in Arkalochóri
| 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 Arkalochóri
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local Market (Sa) | |||||
| Open Street Market Area | |||||
| Λαϊκή Αγορά |
Cafes in Arkalochóri
7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Arkalochóri
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Arkalochóri
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Arkalochóri
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Arkalochóri
9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Arkalochóri
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Arkalochóri
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notos Brewery | ||||
| Solo Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Arkalochóri
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Arkalochóri
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 Arkalochóri
45 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ΄Αγιος Παντελεήμων | |
| Church of the Three Hierarchs | |
| Prophitis Elias | |
| Saint Catherine | |
| Saint Theodoros Church | |
| Αγία Άννα | |
| Αγία Φωτεινή - Ρουσσοχώρια | |
| Αγίας Βαρβάρας Κασσανών | |
| Αγίας Τριάδος | |
| Αγίας Τριάδος | |
| Άγιο Πνεύμα | |
| Άγιοι Ανάργυροι | |
| Άγιος Αντώνιος | |
| Άγιος Βαρνάβας | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος Αρκαλίδια | |
| Άγιος Δημήτριος | |
| Άγιος Ιωάννης |
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What is the population of Arkalochóri?
Arkalochóri has a population of 3,537 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 104.9 square miles.
Is Arkalochóri 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 Arkalochóri?
Arkalochóri enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.4 inches.
How is the job market in Arkalochóri?
There are 205 business establishments in the area.