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Chóra, Greece
Peloponnese · Greece
Chóra is a small town in Peloponnese, Greece with a population of 3,454. Elevation: 935 ft (285 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
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About Chóra
Pilo di Messenia era una città greca del Peloponneso.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 3,454 |
| Population Density | 327 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 935 ft (285 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.0511°, 21.7169° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | Peloponnese |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.2 inches (817 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $20,196 |
About Chóra
Chóra is a small town in Greece (Peloponnese) with a population of 3,454. The city sits at an elevation of 935 feet (285 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Chóra vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $20,196 |
| 73% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 200 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Chóra
Chóra has an average annual temperature of 17.8°C (64°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.8°C), the coldest is Feb (11.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 638 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 278 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 935 ft (285 m) |
| Area | 10.6 sq mi (27.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 327/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.0511°N, 21.7169°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1963 | CORINTH GULF | Meteorological | 6.0 m | 2 | 143 km |
| 1867 | PELOPONNESUS, GREECE | Earthquake | 6.0 m | — | 84 km |
| 1817 | CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF | Earthquake | 5.0 m | — | 143 km |
| 1861 | CORINTH GULF | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.1 m | — | 135 km |
| 2008 | SW. CORINTH GULF | Unknown | 2.0 m | — | 135 km |
| 1996 | W. CORINTH GULF | Meteorological | 2.0 m | — | 150 km |
| 2018 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 115 km |
| 1947 | PELOPONNESUS, GREECE | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | 3 | 32 km |
| 1899 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 22 km |
| 1898 | IONIAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 100 km |
| 2018 | ISLAND OF ZAKYNTHOS | Meteorological | — | — | 132 km |
| 1984 | CORINTHOS GULF, GREECE | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 144 km |
| 1893 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 106 km |
| 1888 | GULF OF CORINTH | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 132 km |
| 1886 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | 326 | 6 km |
| 1862 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 141 km |
| 1794 | CORINTH GULF | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 148 km |
| 1748 | CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF | Earthquake | — | — | 143 km |
| 1633 | ISLAND OF ZAKYNTHOS | Earthquake | — | — | 88 km |
| 1402 | GULF OF CORINTH | Earthquake | — | — | 133 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Methana (156 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Methana | Lava dome(s) | 760 m (2,493 ft) | -258 | 156 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 62°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 47°F (9°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
Chóra has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 45°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.7") and July the driest (0.3").
Schools in Chóra
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ο Ολοήμερο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Χώρα | — | — | — | — |
| 2ο Δημοτκό Σχολείο Χώρας | — | — | — | — |
| Γενικό Λύκειο Χώρας | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Chóra
11 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Κανάλι 1 Καλαμάτα | folk, greek | MP3 | |
| ΔΙΑΥΛΟΣ FM 99.2 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Παλμός 90.5 | greek folk music | MP3 256 kbps | |
| 88.6 Kanali 20 | greek pop, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Έμφασις | greek, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Δίαυλος 99.2 | folk, greek | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Apollon | greek, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ERT Kalamata 107.2 | ert, public radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Nt00 Radio | alternative, beats | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Kiss 89 | pop, talk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Free GR | student radio | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Chóra
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancient Messene Museum | ||||
| Archaeological Museum of Pylos | ||||
| Museum of Marine Archaeological Finds | ||||
| Rene Puaux Collection Exhibition | ||||
| Αντωνοπούλειο Αρχαιολογικό Μουσείο Πύλου | ||||
| Αρχαιολογικό Μουσείο Χώρας | ||||
| Λαογραφικό Μουσείο | ||||
| Λαογραφικό Μουσείο Κυπαρισσίας | ||||
| Λαογραφικό Μουσείο Σελλά |
Libraries in Chóra
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palio Scholeio | 0.0 | |||||
| Μπρίσκειος Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chóra
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly Market | |||||
| Ζωαγορά Κοπανακίου |
Hotels in Chóra
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Chóra
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Chóra
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Chóra
2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chóra
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chóra
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chóra
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kalamata Airport | KLX | Medium Airport |
| Epitalion Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Triodos Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Tripolis Air Base | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Chóra
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| ΕΛΤΑ |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chóra
20 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Αγία Βαρβάρα | |
| Αγία Ειρήνη Χρυσοβαλάντου | |
| Αγία Κυριακή | |
| Αγία Μαγδαληνή | |
| Αγία Τριάδα | |
| Αγία Τριάδα | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος | |
| Άγιος Ιωάννης | |
| Άγιος Κωνσταντίνος | |
| Άγιος Κωνσταντίνος | |
| Άγιος Νικόλαος | |
| Άγιος Παντελεήμων | |
| Άγιος Τρύφων | |
| Άγιος Χαράλαμπος | |
| Μονή Αγίου Δημητρίου | |
| Ξωκκλήσι | |
| Ξωκκλήσι | |
| Παναγία | |
| Παναγία των βλαχερνών |
Quick Facts
🇬🇷 About Greece
Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chóra
What is the population of Chóra?
Chóra has a population of 3,454 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 327 people per square mile, spread across 10.6 square miles.
Is Chóra expensive to live in?
The median household income is $20,196, 73% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Chóra?
Chóra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches.
How is the job market in Chóra?
There are 200 business establishments in the area.