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Capo Rizzuto, Italy

Calabria · Italy

Capo Rizzuto is a small town in Calabria, Italy with a population of 1,045. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

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1,045 Population 17/sq mi density
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
28.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Rome Timezone
$12,704 Median Income
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1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$12,704 median income, 15.1% unemployment

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About Capo Rizzuto

Capo Rizzuto

Capo Rizzuto Lighthouse is an active lighthouse located on the promontory with the same name in the municipality of Isola di Capo Rizzuto in Calabria on the Ionian Sea.

People

Population1,045
Density17/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$12,704
Unemployment15.1%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain28.7 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Population1,045
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates38.9041°, 17.0987°
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Country🇮🇹 Italy
State / ProvinceCalabria
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation28.7 inches (730 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$12,704

About Capo Rizzuto

Capo Rizzuto is a small town in Italy (Calabria) with a population of 1,045. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.

The median household income in Capo Rizzuto is $12,704, which is 83% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 78 business establishments.

Income: Capo Rizzuto vs Italy

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Income

Median HH Income$12,704
83% below Italy avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.1%
319% above Italy avg
Establishments (County)78

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Capo Rizzuto enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 284 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 28.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above Italy avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area60.8 sq mi (157.4 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates38.9041°N, 17.0987°W
TimezoneEurope/Rome

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.7"
24% below Italy avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.37"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

398 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 18, 2025.

Oct 25, 2012 2 km SE of Mormanno, Italy M5.3 143 km
Apr 17, 2002 12 km NNE of Mirto, Italy M5.3 91 km
May 17, 2001 43 km NW of Santa Domenica, Italy M5.2 136 km
May 1, 2023 33 km WSW of Cittadella del Capo, Italy M5.2 149 km
Aug 1, 2024 2 km S of Bocchigliero, Italy M5.1 62 km
Aug 19, 2021 31 km WSW of Amantea, Italy M4.8 121 km
Feb 24, 2020 2 km E of San Vincenzo la Costa, Italy M4.8 95 km
Feb 25, 1996 22 km NW of Santa Domenica, Italy M4.8 123 km
Apr 5, 2014 18 km SE of Capo Rizzuto, Italy M4.8 19 km
Mar 30, 2000 7 km SSW of Cittadella del Capo, Italy M4.6 127 km
May 28, 2012 2 km NW of Morano Calabro, Italy M4.6 136 km
Apr 27, 1996 10 km NE of Fabrizio, Italy M4.6 97 km
Aug 28, 2012 0 km WSW of Scilla, Italy M4.6 141 km
Apr 15, 2015 53 km NW of Santa Domenica, Italy M4.5 149 km
Mar 24, 2013 37 km ESE of Weather Station, Italy M4.5 135 km
Sep 9, 2019 38 km WSW of Cittadella del Capo, Italy M4.5 149 km
Apr 17, 2006 15 km NE of Torretta, Italy M4.5 74 km
Jan 24, 1990 2 km NNE of Santa Severina, Italy M4.5 33 km
Aug 11, 2017 21 km WSW of Scarcelli, Italy M4.5 124 km
Jul 5, 2016 89 km ESE of Weather Station, Italy M4.5 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

10 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 1,500 149 km
1905 TYRRHENIAN CALABRIA Earthquake 1.3 m 557 93 km
1907 IONIAN CALABRIA Earthquake 158 127 km
1870 TYRRHENIAN SEA Earthquake 82 km
1836 ROSSANO Earthquake 589 89 km
1784 IONIAN CALABRIA Earthquake 89 km
1783 MESSINA STRAITS Meteorological 1 140 km
1783 TYRRHENIAN CALABRIA Earthquake 30,000 119 km
1783 TYRRHENIAN CALABRIA Earthquake 71 km
1783 TYRRHENIAN CALABRIA Earthquake 56 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Stromboli (164 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Stromboli Stratovolcano 924 m (3,031 ft) 2020 164 km
Panarea Stratovolcano 399 m (1,309 ft) Unknown 179 km
Lipari Stratovolcano(es) 590 m (1,936 ft) 1230 194 km
Vulcano Stratovolcano(es) 500 m (1,640 ft) 1890 194 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 3.6 in Coldest
February 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in
March 53°F (11°C) 3.5 in
April 57°F (14°C) 1.8 in
May 65°F (18°C) 1.0 in
June 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in Driest
July 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in
August 79°F (26°C) 1.0 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 1.5 in
October 65°F (18°C) 4.3 in
November 57°F (14°C) 4.1 in
December 52°F (11°C) 4.4 in Wettest

Capo Rizzuto has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 50°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.4") and June the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Capo Rizzuto

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Scuola elementare
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Radio Stations near Capo Rizzuto

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Calabria corigliano calabro, folk music MP3 128 kbps
Radio CRT MP3 192 kbps
Radio Movida Crotone pop MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Capo Rizzuto

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Antiquarium Torre Nao
MACK - Museo d'Arte Contemporanea Krotone
Museo Archeologico - Centro Documentazione e Studi Sui Castelli
Museo Archeologico di Capo Colonna
Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Crotone
Museo Civico Demologico
Museo di Pitagora
Museo Diocesano
Museo Geo-Paleontologico di Vrica-Stuni

Farmers Markets in Capo Rizzuto

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmer Market
Mercato dei Portici "La Piazzetta"
Mercato Rionale

Hotels in Capo Rizzuto

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cala Greca Beach Resort
Fattoria li Borghetto
Il Cavallino
Villaggio l'Oasi

Restaurants in Capo Rizzuto

9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Baia Blu
El Cocos
I Cavallucci
L'Ancora
Marechiaro
Orchidea Blu
Park Hotel
Ristorante Pizzeria Due mari
Ristorante Pizzo Greco

Cafes in Capo Rizzuto

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aloha Beach

Stadiums & Teams in Capo Rizzuto

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Capo Rizzuto

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Crotone Sant'Anna Pythagoras AirportCRVMedium Airport
Franca AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Capo Rizzuto

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chiesa della Madonna Greca
Santuario della Madonna Greca

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Rome

🇮🇹 About Italy

Capital Rome
Population 60,431,283
Area 301,230 km²
GDP (USD) $2,316,727,999,333
GDP per capita $39,277
HDI 0.906
Life expectancy 83.7 years
Internet users 87.0%
Urban population 69.5%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages Italian, Catalan
Calling code +39
TLD .it
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Italy

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Capodanno
Jan 6 Epiphany Epifania
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Pasqua
Apr 6 Easter Monday Lunedì dell'Angelo
Apr 25 Liberation Day Festa della Liberazione
May 1 International Workers Day Festa del Lavoro
May 25 Whit Monday Lunedì di Pentecoste
Jun 2 Republic Day Festa della Repubblica
Aug 15 Assumption Day Ferragosto o Assunzione
Oct 4 St. Francis of Assisi's Day San Francesco d'Assisi
Nov 1 All Saints Day Tutti i santi
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Immacolata Concezione
Dec 25 Christmas Day Natale
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Santo Stefano

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Frequently Asked Questions About Capo Rizzuto

What is the population of Capo Rizzuto?

Capo Rizzuto has a population of 1,045 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 60.8 square miles.

Is Capo Rizzuto expensive to live in?

The median household income is $12,704, 83% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Capo Rizzuto?

Capo Rizzuto 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 78°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.7 inches.

How is the job market in Capo Rizzuto?

The job market in Capo Rizzuto faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 78 business establishments in the area.

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