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Cefalù, Italy
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Cefalù is a small city in Sicily, Italy with a population of 11,613. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 11,613 |
| Population Density | 294 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.0386°, 14.0229° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Sicily |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.2 inches (487 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $19,587 |
About Cefalù
Cefalù is a small city in Italy (Sicily) with a population of 11,613. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Cefalù vs Italy
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Income
| Median HH Income | $19,587 |
| 74% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 13.1% |
| 264% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 871 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Cefalù
Cefalù has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.7°C), the coldest is Jan (10.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 410 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 39.5 sq mi (102.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 294/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.0386°N, 14.0229°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 | 142 km |
| 1908 | MESSINA STRAIT, IONIAN SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 13.0 m | 80,000 | 137 km |
| 1693 | ISLAND OF SICILY | Earthquake | 12.0 m | 54,000 | 134 km |
| 2002 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | 10.9 m | - | 133 km |
| 1916 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Earthquake | 10.0 m | - | 136 km |
| 1930 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 2.5 m | 6 | 133 km |
| 1988 | LA FOSSA VOLCANO, VULCANO IS. | Meteorological | 2.0 m | - | 92 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 1.3 m | 1 | 133 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | - | 133 km |
| 1919 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | 4 | 133 km |
| 2021 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.4 m | - | 133 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.3 m | - | 133 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.0 m | - | 133 km |
| 2024 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | - | - | 133 km |
| 1990 | EASTERN SICILY | Earthquake | - | 19 | 149 km |
| 1954 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | - | - | 133 km |
| 1944 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | - | - | 133 km |
| 1818 | EASTERN SICILY | Earthquake | - | 72 | 109 km |
| 1783 | MESSINA STRAITS | Meteorological | - | 1 | 150 km |
| 1726 | NORTHERN SICILY | Earthquake | - | 250 | 60 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Etna (92 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Etna | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,295 m (10,810 ft) | 2020 | 92 km |
| Vulcano | Stratovolcano(es) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | 1890 | 92 km |
| Lipari | Stratovolcano(es) | 590 m (1,936 ft) | 1230 | 94 km |
| Panarea | Stratovolcano | 399 m (1,309 ft) | Unknown | 113 km |
| Stromboli | Stratovolcano | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 2020 | 133 km |
| Campi Flegrei del Mar di Sicilia | Submarine | -8 m (-26 ft) | 1867 | 157 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 65°F (19°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
Cefalù has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 51°F in February to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 19.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.9") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Cefalù
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I.I.S.S. "J. Del Duca - D. Bianca Amato" | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Artistico Statale "Diego Bianca Amato" | - | - | - | - |
| Scuola media "Porpora" | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Classico Mandralisca | - | - | - | - |
| Scuola primaria N. Botta | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Classico "Mandralisca" | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cefalù
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Gemini | - | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Cefalù
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antiquarium | ||||
| Centrale idroelettrica Catarratti | ||||
| Centro Ambientale del Parco delle Madonie | ||||
| Ecomuseo dei Nebrodi Occidentali | ||||
| MACSS Museo Arte Contemporanea Sotto Sale | ||||
| Museo Ambientale dell'Abete Nebrodensis | ||||
| Museo Ambientalistico Madonita | ||||
| Museo Antiquarium Badia | ||||
| Museo Archeologico | ||||
| Museo Archeologico | ||||
| Museo Civico Antonio Collisani | ||||
| Museo civico della memoria nel presente | ||||
| Museo Civico di Castelbuono | ||||
| Museo Civico Don Giuseppe Guarnieri | ||||
| Museo del Giocattolo Antico | ||||
| Museo delle Armi | ||||
| Museo Etnoantropologico | ||||
| Museo Etnoantropologico e dell'amicizia fra i popoli | ||||
| Museo Mandralisca | ||||
| Museo Naturalistico di Gratteri | ||||
| Museo Naturalistico Francesco Minà Palumbo | ||||
| Museo Pirro Marconi | ||||
| Museo Targa Florio | ||||
| Museo Targa Florio | ||||
| Pinacoteca Gianbecchina | ||||
| Villa Sgaderi |
Libraries in Cefalù
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Frate Umile Pintorno | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Mandralisca | 0.0 |
Hotels in Cefalù
26 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Cefalù
58 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Cefalù
15 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Cefalù
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Cefalù
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Cefalù
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Cefalù
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Cefalù
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Cefalù
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cefalù
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cefalù
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cefalù
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cefalù
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cefalù
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Palermo-Boccadifalco Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Albatros Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Aquila Solitaria Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie Minotaurus e Medusa | - | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie Ramacca | - | Small Airport |
| Campo di Volo Aidone (cugno) | - | Small Airport |
| Campo di Volo AvioClub Centro Sicilia | - | Small Airport |
| Campo di Volo Capo d'Orlando | - | Small Airport |
| Campo di Volo Marano | - | Small Airport |
| Vicari Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Cefalù
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Cefalù |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cefalù
26 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cefalù Cathedral | |
| Chiesa del Purgatorio | |
| Chiesa del Santissimo Salvatore alla Torre | |
| Chiesa dell'Immacolata | |
| Chiesa dell'Itria | |
| Chiesa della Santissima Annunziata | |
| Chiesa di San Biagio | |
| Chiesa di San Francesco | |
| Chiesa di San Pasquale | |
| Chiesa di San Sebastiano | |
| Chiesa di Santa Lucia | |
| Chiesa di Santa Maria al Borgo | |
| Chiesa di Santa Oliva | |
| Chiesa Madonna della Catena | |
| Chiesa Maria SS. Addolorata alla Ferla | |
| Chiesa San Giorgio e San Leonardo | |
| Chiesa Sant'Agata Vergine Maria | |
| Chiesa Santi Cosma e Damiano | |
| La Figurella | |
| Luogo di San Pio |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Italy
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Cefalù
What is the population of Cefalù?
Cefalù has a population of 11,613 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 294 people per square mile, spread across 39.5 square miles.
Is Cefalù expensive to live in?
The median household income is $19,587, 74% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Cefalù?
Cefalù enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.2 inches.
How is the job market in Cefalù?
The job market in Cefalù faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 871 business establishments in the area.