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Chaniá, Greece
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Chaniá is a mid-size city in Crete, Greece with a population of 53,910. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chaniá
Chania, also sometimes romanized as Hania, is a city in Greece and the capital of the Chania regional unit. It lies along the north west coast of the island Crete, about 70 km (43 mi) west of Rethymno and 145 km (90 mi) west of Heraklion.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 53,910 |
| Population Density | 11,115 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.5112°, 24.0292° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | Crete |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.7 inches (576 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $21,060 |
About Chaniá
Chaniá is a mid-size city in Greece (Crete) with a population of 53,910. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Chaniá vs Greece
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Income
| Median HH Income | $21,060 |
| 72% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 3,127 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Chaniá
Chaniá has an average annual temperature of 18.6°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jul (26.7°C), the coldest is Feb (11.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 639 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.0°F |
| 20% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 295 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 4.9 sq mi (12.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 11,115/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5112°N, 24.0292°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.6 m (28 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1866 | S. COASTS PELOPONNESUS, GREECE | Earthquake | 8.6 m | - | 108 km |
| 2013 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.0 m | - | 70 km |
| 1926 | ARGOLIKOS GULF | Earthquake | - | - | 128 km |
| 1629 | CRETE | Earthquake | - | - | 103 km |
| 1494 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | - | - | 133 km |
| 365 | CRETE | Earthquake | - | 5,000 | 109 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Milos (137 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Milos | Stratovolcano(es) | 751 m (2,464 ft) | 140 | 137 km |
| Santorini | Shield(s) | 367 m (1,204 ft) | 1950 | 158 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (11°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 53°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in |
Chaniá has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 53°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Chaniá
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIHEAM Chania | University | - | Visit → |
| Hellenic Mediterranean University Department of Chania | University | - | , |
| Technical University of Crete | University | - | , |
| ΑΕΝ Κρητης | University | - | , |
Schools in Chaniá
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2ο Γυμνασιο Χανίων | - | - | - | - |
| 3ο / 4ο δημοτικό Χανίων | - | - | - | - |
| 2 γενικό λύκειο Χανίων | - | - | - | - |
| Νηπιαγωγειο | - | - | - | - |
| 10th Primary School of Chania | - | - | - | - |
| 2ο ΕΠΑ.Λ. ΧΑΝΙΩΝ | - | - | - | - |
| 1ο Πειραματικό Γυμνάσιο Χανίων | - | - | - | - |
| 7ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Χανίων | - | - | - | - |
| 5ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο | - | - | - | - |
| 6ο Δημοτικό σχολείο Χανίων | - | - | - | - |
| 17ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Χανίων | - | - | - | - |
| 2ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Χανίων | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Chaniá
46 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Μουσικό Κανάλι Ρεθύμνου 101.3 | greek folk | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Uncut GR | - | MP3 | |
| Κρητικόραμα 93.8 | greek traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Zarpa Χανιά | greek, news | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Gavdos 88.8 | greek folk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Erotokritos 87.9 fm | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Αντέννα Δυτικής Κρήτης 97.1 | news, news talk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Κραχ | greek music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Gavdos 88.8FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Παλαιόχωρα 89.3 | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Koinoniko Radiofono Xaniwn | jazz, politics | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Κρήτη 98.9 | greek traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Δρόμος 105.4 | greek music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Μαρτυρία 95.5 | orthodox christian, religion | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ράδιο Μαρτυρία 95.5 | byzantine, ecclesia | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ασύρματος 1134 | greek folk | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Δίκτυο 91.5 | folk, greek | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Αντέννα Δυτικής Κρήτης | news, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ρυθμός 97.4 | greek, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Φάρος 91.8 | greek, traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Laiko 107 | greek folk music | MP3 | |
| EROTOKRITOS | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Μεγαλόνησος 89.8 | greek, traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Άστρο 96.4 | folk, greek | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Ραδιοκύματα 102.6 | folk, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Studio Ρέθυμνο 980 | folk, greek | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Παραπολιτικά Ρεθύμνου 102.4 | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Fly 95.9 | greek, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ένταση 93.5 | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| rebetiko sealabs | - | MP3 40 kbps | |
| Adelin 107.3 | greek folk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ριζίτες 92.4 | greek traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Δίκτυο FM 91.5 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Venus 91 | greek, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Chania Rock FM 96.8 | rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Amore 87.5 | folk, greek | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Fresh 105 | mainstream, pop music | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Radio Sfakia | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| FLY 92.3 (US) | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| D-Code 96,2 | 70s, 80s | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Original 94.4 | mainstream, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Team 102 | news talk, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mix FM GR | greek folk | MP3 | |
| D-code 96.2 | electronica, house | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 104.4 Fm Radio | various | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Chania 99.6 | mainstream, pop | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Chaniá
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancient Olive Oil Mill | ||||
| Archaeological Museum of Chania | ||||
| Army War Museum | ||||
| Askyfou War Museum | ||||
| Battle of Crete Museum | ||||
| byzantine collection | ||||
| Chemistry Museum | ||||
| Eleftherios Venizelos 'Museum | ||||
| Folklore Museum of Agia Marina | ||||
| Folklore Museum of Gavalochori | ||||
| Folkloric Museum | ||||
| Greek National Football Team Museum | ||||
| House of Stone Creations | ||||
| Man and Samaria | ||||
| Maritime Museum of Crete | ||||
| Maritime Museum of Crete | ||||
| Museum - Headquarter of the 1905 rebellion in Therisso | ||||
| Museum Of Typography | ||||
| National Resistance Museum | ||||
| Olive and Oil Museum | ||||
| Olive Tree Museum of Vouves | ||||
| Stone Museum | ||||
| War Shelter Platanias | ||||
| μουσείο εθνογραφικό |
Libraries in Chaniá
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D1 | 0.0 | |||||
| H.M.U Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal Library of Chania | 0.0 | |||||
| Βιβλιοθήκη πολυτεχνείου Κρήτης | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chaniá
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meating Group | |||||
| Mini Market | |||||
| Street Market |
Hotels in Chaniá
87 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Chaniá
89 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Chaniá
3 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Chaniá
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Chaniá
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Chaniá
5 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Chaniá
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Chaniá
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Chaniá
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chaniá
23 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chaniá
10 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Chaniá
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Chaniá
6 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chaniá
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chaniá
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chania International Airport | CHQ | Large Airport |
| Maleme Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Tympaki Air Base | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Chaniá
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| DHL | |
| ELTA COURIER | |
| SPEEDEX - ΧΑΝΙΑ | |
| Ελληνικά Ταχυδρομεία | |
| Ελληνικά Ταχυδρομεία |
Treatment Centers in Chaniá
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Κέντρο Αποκατάστασης Παιδιών και Νέων Κρήτης |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Chaniá
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Kydonia |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chaniá
21 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aghios Nikolaos | |
| Agia Anna | |
| Agia Irini | |
| Agios Charalampos | |
| Agios Panteleimon | |
| Church of Saint Mary Magdalene | |
| Church of St. Catherine | |
| Church of St. Constantine and St. Helena | |
| Etz Hayyim Synagogue | |
| Greek Evangelical Church of Chania | |
| Holy Metropolitan Church of the Presentation of the Virgin Mary (Trimartiri) | |
| Metamorfosis tou Sotiros | |
| San Rocco | |
| St.Anargyroi | |
| Αγία Κυριακή | |
| Αγίου Νικολάου | |
| Αγίων Πέτρου και Παύλου | |
| Ευαγγελίστρια | |
| Ιερός Ναός Αγίας Αικατερίνης | |
| Κοίμηση της Θεοτόκου |
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Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Chaniá
Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chaniá
What is the population of Chaniá?
Chaniá has a population of 53,910 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 11,115 people per square mile, spread across 4.9 square miles.
Is Chaniá expensive to live in?
The median household income is $21,060, 72% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Chaniá?
Chaniá enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.7 inches.
How is the job market in Chaniá?
There are 3,127 business establishments in the area.