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Bova Marina, Italy
Calabria · Italy
Bova Marina is a small town in Calabria, Italy with a population of 3,901. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bova Marina
Bova Marina is a comune (municipality) in the Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria in the region of Calabria in Italy, located about 120 kilometres (75 mi) southwest of Catanzaro and about 30 kilometres (19 mi) southeast of Reggio Calabria. It has 3,979 inhabitants.
People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 3,901 |
| Population Density | 145 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.9350°, 15.9174° |
| 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 | $18,437 |
About Bova Marina
Bova Marina is a small town in Italy (Calabria) with a population of 3,901. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 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: Bova Marina vs Italy
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Income
| Median HH Income | $18,437 |
| 75% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 14.1% |
| 292% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 293 |
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 | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 27.0 sq mi (69.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 145/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.9350°N, 15.9174°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 | 40 km |
| 1908 | MESSINA STRAIT, IONIAN SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 13.0 m | 80,000 | 39 km |
| 1693 | ISLAND OF SICILY | Earthquake | 12.0 m | 54,000 | 119 km |
| 2002 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | 10.9 m | — | 113 km |
| 1916 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Earthquake | 10.0 m | — | 115 km |
| 1930 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 2.5 m | 6 | 113 km |
| 1988 | LA FOSSA VOLCANO, VULCANO IS. | Meteorological | 2.0 m | — | 98 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 1.3 m | 1 | 113 km |
| 1905 | TYRRHENIAN CALABRIA | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 557 | 83 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | — | 113 km |
| 1919 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | 4 | 113 km |
| 2021 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.4 m | — | 113 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.3 m | — | 113 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.0 m | — | 113 km |
| 2024 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | — | — | 113 km |
| 1990 | EASTERN SICILY | Earthquake | — | 19 | 82 km |
| 1954 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | — | — | 113 km |
| 1944 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | — | — | 113 km |
| 1907 | IONIAN CALABRIA | Earthquake | — | 158 | 24 km |
| 1818 | EASTERN SICILY | Earthquake | — | 72 | 78 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Etna (83 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Etna | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,295 m (10,810 ft) | 2020 | 83 km |
| Vulcano | Stratovolcano(es) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | 1890 | 99 km |
| Lipari | Stratovolcano(es) | 590 m (1,936 ft) | 1230 | 106 km |
| Panarea | Stratovolcano | 399 m (1,309 ft) | Unknown | 108 km |
| Stromboli | Stratovolcano | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 2020 | 113 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 4.3 in |
Bova Marina has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 42°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 30.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.5") and June the driest (0.5").
Radio Stations near Bova Marina
8 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 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 |
Museums in Bova Marina
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canonica Dittereale | ||||
| Casa di Corrado Alvaro | ||||
| Museo Agro-Pastorale dell’Area Ellenofona | ||||
| Museo Civico di Paleontologia e Scienze Naturali dell’Aspromonte | ||||
| Museo del mare | ||||
| Museo dell'Olio | ||||
| Museo della lingua Greco Calabra Gerhard Rohlfs | ||||
| Museo della sinagoga di Bova Marina | ||||
| Museo Garibaldino | ||||
| Museo Laboratorio delle tradizioni popolari | ||||
| Piccolo museo della civiltà contadina |
Libraries in Bova Marina
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca delle donne | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bova Marina
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercato Coperto |
Train Stations in Bova Marina
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bova Marina
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Reggio Calabria Airport | REG | Medium Airport |
| Ala Jonica Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ali Calabria Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Beppe Rascaglia Flying Field | — | Small Airport |
| Calatabiano (Aviosuperficie Angelo D'Arrigo) | — | Small Airport |
| Il Grifo Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Bova Marina
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro Ce.J.Ri. |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Italy
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Bova Marina?
Bova Marina has a population of 3,901 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 145 people per square mile, spread across 27.0 square miles.
Is Bova Marina expensive to live in?
The median household income is $18,437, 75% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Bova Marina?
Bova Marina 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 Bova Marina?
The job market in Bova Marina faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 293 business establishments in the area.