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Armento, Italy
Basilicate · Italy
Armento is a small town in Basilicate, Italy with a population of 588. Elevation: 2,329 ft (710 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 588 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,329 ft (710 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.3066°, 16.0655° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Basilicate |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.7 inches (806 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $15,480 |
About Armento
Armento is a small town in Italy (Basilicate) with a population of 588. The city sits at an elevation of 2,329 feet (710 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Armento vs Italy
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $15,480 |
| 79% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 13.7% |
| 281% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 44 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.8°F |
| 1% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 278 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,329 ft (710 m) |
| Area | 123.1 sq mi (318.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3066°N, 16.0655°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1631 | BAY OF NAPLES | Eruption | 5.0 m | 4,000 | 150 km |
| 1906 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Astronomical | 0.4 m | 350 | 150 km |
| 1870 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 116 km |
| 1836 | ROSSANO | Earthquake | - | 589 | 91 km |
| 1731 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 3,600 | 141 km |
| 1562 | REGGIO DI CALABRIA | Earthquake | - | - | 53 km |
| 79 | BAY OF NAPLES | Eruption | - | 2,100 | 150 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vesuvius (150 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vesuvius | Stratovolcano | 1,281 m (4,203 ft) | 1944 | 150 km |
| Campi Flegrei | Caldera | 458 m (1,503 ft) | 1538 | 173 km |
| Stromboli | Stratovolcano | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 2020 | 184 km |
| Ischia | Complex | 789 m (2,589 ft) | 1302 | 189 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 42°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
Armento has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 41°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (0.8").
Schools in Armento
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scuola dell'Infanzia | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Armento
12 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Azzurra | italian pop, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Color | hits, musica italiana | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Potenza Centrale | italian pop, pop | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Selene | adult contemporary, corato | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Pollino | castrovillari, news | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Digiesse | classic hits, hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Laser | pisticci, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO TOUR | anni 70, anni 80 | AAC+ 192 kbps | |
| Radio Carina | adult contemporary, local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Ruoti | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Altamura Uno | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio New Sound | hits, musica italiana | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Armento
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angolo della Memoria - Museo della Civiltà Contadina | ||||
| Angolo della Memoria - Museo di Storia e Civiltà Contadina | ||||
| Casa delle Muse di Sinisgalli - Fondazione Leonardo Sinisgalli | ||||
| Casa di confino di Carlo Levi | ||||
| MAM - Musei Aiello Molieterno - Museo del Paesaggio | ||||
| MAM - Musei Aiello Molieterno - Museo di Arte Contemporanea | ||||
| MAM - Musei Aiello Moliterno - Biblioteca Lucana Angela Aiello | ||||
| MAM - Musei Aiello Moliterno - Museo del Novecento Lucano | ||||
| MAM - Musei Aiello Moliterno - Museo della Ceramica | ||||
| MAM - Musei Aiello Moliterno - Museo di Arte Moderna | ||||
| MAM - Musei Aiello Moliterno - Palazzo Santa Croce | ||||
| MAM - Museo Michele Tedesco e dell'Ottocento Lucano | ||||
| Museo - Mulino de Sortis | ||||
| Museo archeologico nazionale dell'Alta Val d'Agri | ||||
| Museo Comunale Michele Lacava | ||||
| Museo della Cività Contadina | ||||
| Museo delle Tradizioni Locali | ||||
| Museo Demo Antropologico - CEA Stigliano | ||||
| Museo Etnografico | ||||
| Museo Paul Russotto | ||||
| Museo Viaggio in Basilicata | ||||
| Pinacoteca Carlo Levi |
Libraries in Armento
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BiblioMediateca Comunale Giacomo Racioppi | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunale G. Salerno | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca del Libro Lucano | 0.0 | |||||
| Ludoteca Comunale "Robinson Crusoe" | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Armento
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercatino dei prodotti tipici |
Breweries in Armento
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birrificio artigianale HoneyMonkey |
Stadiums & Teams in Armento
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Armento
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Campo di volo S.Elia (Buccino) | - | Small Airport |
| Ceraso Airfield/Aero Club I Templari | - | Small Airport |
| Conca del Re Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Enrico Mattei Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Grumentum Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La Quercia Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Natile Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pantano Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pisticci Flying Field | - | Small Airport |
| Policastro Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Policoro Saline Flying Field | - | Small Airport |
| Scalea Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sibari Fly Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Armento
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Poste Italiane |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Armento
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chiesa dell'Addolorata | |
| Chiesa di Maria Santissima della Stella | |
| Chiesa di San Luca Abate | |
| Chiesa di San Rocco | |
| Chiesa di San Vitale | |
| Chiesa di Sant'Antonio da Padova | |
| Chiesa di Santa Lucia al Casale | |
| Chiesa S. Antonio |
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What is the population of Armento?
Armento has a population of 588 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 123.1 square miles.
Is Armento expensive to live in?
The median household income is $15,480, 79% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Armento?
Armento has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches.
How is the job market in Armento?
The job market in Armento faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 44 business establishments in the area.