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Benestare, Italy
Calabria · Italy
Benestare is a small town in Calabria, Italy with a population of 850. Elevation: 820 ft (250 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 850 |
| Population Density | 88 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 820 ft (250 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.1849°, 16.1390° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Calabria |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.1 inches (1,171 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.5 inches (32 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $13,600 |
About Benestare
Benestare is a small town in Italy (Calabria) with a population of 850. The city sits at an elevation of 820 feet (250 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Benestare vs Italy
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Income
| Median HH Income | $13,600 |
| 82% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 12.6% |
| 250% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 64 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.5°F |
| 5% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 329 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 820 ft (250 m) |
| Area | 9.7 sq mi (25.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 88/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.1849°N, 16.1390°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 16.0 m (52 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1783 | MESSINA STRAITS | Eruption + Earthquake | 16.0 m | 1,500 | 44 km |
| 1908 | MESSINA STRAIT, IONIAN SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 13.0 m | 80,000 | 49 km |
| 2002 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | 10.9 m | — | 105 km |
| 1916 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Earthquake | 10.0 m | — | 106 km |
| 1930 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 2.5 m | 6 | 105 km |
| 1988 | LA FOSSA VOLCANO, VULCANO IS. | Meteorological | 2.0 m | — | 105 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 1.3 m | 1 | 105 km |
| 1905 | TYRRHENIAN CALABRIA | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 557 | 54 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | — | 105 km |
| 1919 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | 4 | 105 km |
| 2021 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.4 m | — | 105 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.3 m | — | 105 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.0 m | — | 105 km |
| 2024 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | — | — | 105 km |
| 1990 | EASTERN SICILY | Earthquake | — | 19 | 116 km |
| 1954 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | — | — | 105 km |
| 1944 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | — | — | 105 km |
| 1907 | IONIAN CALABRIA | Earthquake | — | 158 | 12 km |
| 1870 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 122 km |
| 1818 | EASTERN SICILY | Earthquake | — | 72 | 110 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Stromboli (105 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Stromboli | Stratovolcano | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 2020 | 105 km |
| Vulcano | Stratovolcano(es) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | 1890 | 106 km |
| Panarea | Stratovolcano | 399 m (1,309 ft) | Unknown | 106 km |
| Lipari | Stratovolcano(es) | 590 m (1,936 ft) | 1230 | 111 km |
| Etna | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,295 m (10,810 ft) | 2020 | 111 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
Benestare has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 42°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.8") and June the driest (0.7").
Radio Stations near Benestare
13 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Italia Anni 60 - Trentino Alto Adige | 60s, 70s | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Italia Anni 60 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Italia Anni 60 (Emilia-Romagna e Marche) | 60s, 70s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Gamma Gioiosa | local news, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Star 2000 | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Promoradio Network | adult contemporary, reggio calabria | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Venere | corsano, italian pop | MP3 | |
| Radio Medua | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Gioiosa Marina | adult contemporary, local news | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Eco Sud | molochio, pop | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Onda Verde | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Mille Cuori | longobardi, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Valentina | adult contemporary, news | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Benestare
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa di Corrado Alvaro | ||||
| MuSaBa | ||||
| Museo Archeologico Metauros | ||||
| Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Locri Epizefiri | ||||
| Museo Civico | ||||
| Museo Civico di Paleontologia e Scienze Naturali dell’Aspromonte | ||||
| Museo Civico Gemelli | ||||
| Museo del mare | ||||
| Museo del Territorio | ||||
| Museo della Civiltà Contadina | ||||
| Museo della lingua Greco Calabra Gerhard Rohlfs | ||||
| Museo delle Varette della Settimana Santa | ||||
| Museo di storia naturale di Cittanova | ||||
| Museo didattico della civiltà contadina e artigiana | ||||
| Museo Diocesano | ||||
| Museo Diocesano Oppido Mamertina |
Libraries in Benestare
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale "Armando La Torre" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale Antonio Renda | 0.0 | |||||
| Palazzo Amaduri | 0.0 |
Stadiums & Teams in Benestare
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Benestare
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lamezia Terme Sant'Eufemia International Airport | SUF | Large Airport |
| Reggio Calabria Airport | REG | Medium Airport |
| Ali Calabria Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Beppe Rascaglia Flying Field | — | Small Airport |
| Il Grifo Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Benestare
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro Ce.J.Ri. | ||
| Riabilia di Luigi Barillaro & C. Srl | ||
| Studio Alfa |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Benestare
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| S. Giuseppe | |
| S. Maria della Misericordia | |
| S. Nicola dei Canali |
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What is the population of Benestare?
Benestare has a population of 850 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 88 people per square mile, spread across 9.7 square miles.
Is Benestare expensive to live in?
The median household income is $13,600, 82% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Benestare?
Benestare enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.1 inches, with 12.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Benestare?
The job market in Benestare faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 64 business establishments in the area.