Asímion, Greece
Crete · Greece
Asímion is a small town in Crete, Greece with a population of 1,259. Elevation: 922 ft (281 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Asímion
Charakas is a village and a community in the municipal unit of Asterousia on Crete, Greece with about 800 inhabitants. It is about 45 km south from Heraklion, which is the largest city of Crete. The village lies on the foothills of the Asterousia Mountains, 15 km from the south coast of Crete, behind the mountain Libyan Sea.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 1,259 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 922 ft (281 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.0432°, 25.0928° |
| 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 Asímion
Asímion is a small town in Greece (Crete) with a population of 1,259. The city sits at an elevation of 922 feet (281 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: Asímion vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $21,060 |
| 72% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 73 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Asímion
Asímion 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 | 922 ft (281 m) |
| Area | 116.1 sq mi (300.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.0432°N, 25.0928°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2020 | CRETE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 111 km |
| 2000 | CRETE | Eruption + Earthquake | 0.5 m | - | 107 km |
| 2009 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 104 km |
| 2025 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 110 km |
| 2013 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.0 m | - | 72 km |
| 1870 | ALEXANDRIA | Earthquake | - | - | 134 km |
| 1629 | CRETE | Earthquake | - | - | 107 km |
| 1494 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | - | - | 63 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Santorini (154 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Santorini | Shield(s) | 367 m (1,204 ft) | 1950 | 154 km |
| Milos | Stratovolcano(es) | 751 m (2,464 ft) | 140 | 193 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 |
Asímion 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").
Schools in Asímion
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Δημοτικό Σχολείο Τεφελίου | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Asímion
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 Asímion
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Collection of Archanes | ||||
| Archeological Museum of Messara | ||||
| Folk Museum of Ano Asites | ||||
| Nikos Xylouris | ||||
| Κέντρο Αρχαιολογικής Πληροφόρησης | ||||
| Μουσείο Καζαντζάκη |
Farmers Markets in Asímion
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miros Bazzar |
Hotels in Asímion
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Asímion
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Asímion
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Asímion
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Asímion
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Asímion
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 Asímion
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| School of Aristotle’s Philosophy | |
| School of Aristotle’s Philosophy | |
| Αγία ειρήνη | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος - Κουλουρίδα | |
| Άγιος Ιωάννης | |
| Άγιος Νικόλαος | |
| Παναγία |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Asímion
What is the population of Asímion?
Asímion has a population of 1,259 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 116.1 square miles.
Is Asímion 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 Asímion?
Asímion 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 Asímion?
There are 73 business establishments in the area.
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