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Édessa, Greece
Central Macedonia · Greece
Édessa is a small city in Central Macedonia, Greece with a population of 18,669. Elevation: 1,024 ft (312 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Édessa
Edessa, known until 1923 as Vodena, is a city in Northern Greece and the capital of the Pella regional unit in the region of Central Macedonia. It was also the capital of the defunct province of the same name.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 18,669 |
| Population Density | 79 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,024 ft (312 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.8026°, 22.0475° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | Central Macedonia |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.2 inches (463 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $19,332 |
About Édessa
Édessa is a small city in Greece (Central Macedonia) with a population of 18,669. The city sits at an elevation of 1,024 feet (312 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Édessa vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $19,332 |
| 74% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 1,083 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Édessa
Édessa has an average annual temperature of 12.1°C (54°F). The hottest month is Jul (24.5°C), the coldest is Jan (0.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 565 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.1°F |
| 6% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 303 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,024 ft (312 m) |
| Area | 235.9 sq mi (611.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 79/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.8026°N, 22.0475°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1911 | OCHRIDA LAKE | Earthquake | - | - | 106 km |
| 1902 | AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 5 | 101 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 1.4 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 1.7 in |
Édessa has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 38°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.2") and August the driest (1.1").
Schools in Édessa
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ο Γενικό Λύκειο Έδεσσας | - | - | - | - |
| 2ο Γυμνάσιο Έδεσσας | - | - | - | - |
| ΠΡΩΗΝ ΕΠΑΣ ΕΔΕΣΣΑΣ | - | - | - | - |
| 3ο Γυμνάσιο Έδεσσας | - | - | - | - |
| EΠΑΛ | - | - | - | - |
| 9ο δημοτικό σχολείο | - | - | - | - |
| 4ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Έδεσσας | - | - | - | - |
| 1ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Έδεσσας | - | - | - | - |
| 2nd Basic School of Edessa | - | - | - | - |
| 6ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Έδεσσας | - | - | - | - |
| 7ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Έδεσσας | - | - | - | - |
| 8ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Έδεσσας | - | - | - | - |
| ΕΠΑΣ ΕΔΕΣΣΑΣ | - | - | - | - |
| Δημοτικό Σχολείο Μεσημερίου | - | - | - | - |
| 1ο Γυμνάσιο Έδεσσας | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Édessa
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Παύλειος Λόγος 90.2 | orthodox christian | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Ράδιο Καψούρα Πτολεμαΐδα | greek folk, mainstream | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Εκ Βαθέων | orthodox christian, religion | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Time FM Gevgelija (MK) | music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Siatista 95.7 | greek pop, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| True Story 102.8 | news talk, pop | MP3 320 kbps | |
| ERT Florina 96.6 99.1 | ert, public radio | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Édessa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural History Museum of Aridaia |
Libraries in Édessa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Δημόσια Βιβλιοθήκη Έδεσσας | 0.0 | |||||
| Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη Σκύδρας | 0.0 |
Hotels in Édessa
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Édessa
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Édessa
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Édessa
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Édessa
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Édessa
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Édessa
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Édessa
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Édessa
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Édessa
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Édessa
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Édessa
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ski Center Mihajlovo | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Édessa
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kozani National Airport Filippos | KZI | Medium Airport |
| Alexandria (Gidas) Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eordaea Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Florina Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Krivolak Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Logovardi Sport Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Malo Konjari Sport Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Panagitsa Ariport | - | Small Airport |
| Radnja Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Édessa
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Hellenic Post | |
| SPEEDEX - ΕΔΕΣΣΑ |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Édessa
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Geni Tzami | |
| I.N. Τιμίου Προδρόμου | |
| Αγ. Βασίλειος | |
| Αγία Παρασκευή | |
| Άγιοι Ανάργυροι | |
| Άγιος Λουκάς | |
| Ιερό Παρεκκλήσιο Μεταμορφώσεως του Σωτήρος Γαβαλιώτισσας | |
| Ιερό Παρεκκλήσιο Παναγίας Ελεούσας | |
| Ιερός Ναός Αγίου Δημητρίου | |
| Ιερός Ναός Αγίου Νεκταρίου | |
| Ναός Αγίας Σκέπης | |
| Ναός Αγίων Πέτρου & Παύλου | |
| Ναός Κοιμήσεως της Θεοτόκου | |
| Προφήτης Ηλίας |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Édessa
What is the population of Édessa?
Édessa has a population of 18,669 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 79 people per square mile, spread across 235.9 square miles.
Is Édessa expensive to live in?
The median household income is $19,332, 74% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Édessa?
Édessa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.2 inches.
How is the job market in Édessa?
There are 1,083 business establishments in the area.