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Atessa, Italy
Abruzzo · Italy
Atessa is a small town in Abruzzo, Italy with a population of 4,410. Elevation: 1,421 ft (433 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Atessa
Atessa is a municipality in the province of Chieti, Abruzzo, south-eastern Italy. It is part of the Val di Sangro mountain community. It is the largest municipality in the province by extension and eighth by population.
People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 4,410 |
| Population Density | 55 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,421 ft (433 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.0702°, 14.4505° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Abruzzo |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.4 inches (1,153 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 23.2 inches (59 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $19,718 |
About Atessa
Atessa is a small town in Italy (Abruzzo) with a population of 4,410. The city sits at an elevation of 1,421 feet (433 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Atessa vs Italy
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $19,718 |
| 74% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 11.0% |
| 206% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 331 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.7°F |
| 9% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,421 ft (433 m) |
| Area | 80.2 sq mi (207.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.0702°N, 14.4505°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 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 | 139 km |
| 1906 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Astronomical | 0.4 m | 350 | 139 km |
| 1805 | CAMPANIA | Earthquake | - | - | 63 km |
| 1731 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 3,600 | 108 km |
| 1627 | GARGANO PENINSULA | Earthquake | - | 5,000 | 83 km |
| 79 | BAY OF NAPLES | Eruption | - | 2,100 | 139 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vesuvius (139 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vesuvius | Stratovolcano | 1,281 m (4,203 ft) | 1944 | 139 km |
| Campi Flegrei | Caldera | 458 m (1,503 ft) | 1538 | 141 km |
| Colli Albani | Caldera | 949 m (3,114 ft) | Unknown | 150 km |
| Ischia | Complex | 789 m (2,589 ft) | 1302 | 156 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (6°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 2.4 in |
Atessa has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 43°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.9") and July the driest (1.4").
Schools in Atessa
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scuola Elementare Domenico Ciampoli | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Atessa
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Ciao | atessa, entertainment | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Rouge Italy | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Play Capital | 60s, 70s | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Parsifal | italian pop, pescara | MP3 | |
| Radio Valentina FM | campobasso, italian pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Saba Sound | pop, san salvo | AAC+ | |
| Is Now Radio | hot adult contemporary, isernia | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Atessa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Botteghe medievali | ||||
| Centro visitatori Museo Naturalistico Parco Nazionale Majella | ||||
| Galleria del Gusto | ||||
| Mostra Permanente ''Esperienza Valdese a San Giovanni Lipioni'' | ||||
| Museo "Don Domenico Grossi" | ||||
| Museo archeologico | ||||
| Museo archeologico | ||||
| Museo Archeologico | ||||
| Museo Archeologico del Vastese | ||||
| Museo Archeologico di Iuvanum | ||||
| Museo Civiltà Contadina | ||||
| Museo dei cuochi | ||||
| Museo del costume e delle Tradizioni della nostra gente | ||||
| Museo dell'Abruzzo Bizantino ed Altomedievale | ||||
| Museo dell'Artigianato | ||||
| Museo della Guerra per la Pace | ||||
| Museo della pietra "Chiara Marinelli" | ||||
| Museo Diocesano | ||||
| Museo Etnografico | ||||
| Museo etnografico bomba | ||||
| Museo Etnografico di Bomba | ||||
| Museo Tradizioni Faresi | ||||
| Museum LM47 | ||||
| Percorso Archeologico Lanciano Sotterranea | ||||
| Polo museale Santo Spirito |
Libraries in Atessa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcivescovado | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibioteca Comunale "Raffaele Liberatore" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale "Emiliana Zecchini" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale "Mario Novello" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunale "Pierino Sciascia" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunale Cesare De Titta | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale Teodoro Rosica | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca del Convento di Sant'Antonio | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Maestro Travaglini | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Atessa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercato coperto | |||||
| Oleificio Firmani Tina |
Restaurants in Atessa
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Atessa
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Atessa
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Atessa
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Atessa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birra Nabo | ||||
| Maltolento |
Stadiums & Teams in Atessa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Atessa
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roccaraso - Rivisondoli | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Atessa
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Abruzzo Airport | PSR | Large Airport |
| AliMatese Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Aquino Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie "Amici del Volo" | - | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie "Avioclub Alanno" | - | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie "Villa Selva Air Park" | - | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie Corfinio | - | Small Airport |
| Base Aerea Molise | - | Small Airport |
| Campo di Volo "Air Country" | - | Small Airport |
| Campo di Volo "Avioclub Elice" | - | Small Airport |
| Campo di Volo Collerotondo | - | Small Airport |
| Costa del Monte Flying Field | - | Small Airport |
| Molise Ultravolo Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Piana Cinque Miglia Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pica Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Val Vibrata Flying Field | - | Small Airport |
| Vasto Flying Field | - | Small Airport |
| Volo Molise | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Atessa
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Poste Italiane |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Atessa
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chiesa di Maria Santissima Addolorata | |
| Chiesa di San Domenico | |
| Chiesa di San Rocco | |
| Chiesa di Sant'Antonio | |
| Chiesa di Santa Croce | |
| Convento di San Pasquale | |
| Duomo di San Leucio |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Italy
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Atessa
What is the population of Atessa?
Atessa has a population of 4,410 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 55 people per square mile, spread across 80.2 square miles.
Is Atessa expensive to live in?
The median household income is $19,718, 74% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Atessa?
Atessa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.4 inches, with 23.2 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Atessa?
The job market in Atessa faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 331 business establishments in the area.