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Galiá, Greece
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Galiá is a small town in Crete, Greece with a population of 852. Elevation: 797 ft (243 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Galiá
Galia is a village on the island of Crete, Greece, located 58 kilometres (36 mi) from Heraklion, and is administratively part of the municipal unit of Moires in the municipality of Faistos.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 852 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 797 ft (243 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.0780°, 24.8701° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | Crete |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.6 inches (700 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $21,060 |
About Galiá
Galiá is a small town in Greece (Crete) with a population of 852. The city sits at an elevation of 797 feet (243 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Galiá vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $21,060 |
| 72% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 49 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.7°F |
| 16% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 797 ft (243 m) |
| Area | 116.1 sq mi (300.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.0780°N, 24.8701°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2020 | CRETE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 126 km |
| 2000 | CRETE | Eruption + Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 121 km |
| 2009 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 116 km |
| 2025 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 121 km |
| 2013 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 77 km |
| 1870 | ALEXANDRIA | Earthquake | — | — | 145 km |
| 1629 | CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 103 km |
| 1494 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 74 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Santorini (155 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Santorini | Shield(s) | 367 m (1,204 ft) | 1950 | 155 km |
| Milos | Stratovolcano(es) | 751 m (2,464 ft) | 140 | 184 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 4.8 in |
Galiá has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 50°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.6") and August the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Galiá
21 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Radio 92.6 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Μουσικό Κανάλι Ρεθύμνου 101.3 | greek folk | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Kriti FM 87.5 | cretan music, greek | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Mires 97,1 | greek, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Παραπολιτικά Ρεθύμνου 102.4 | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Studio Ρέθυμνο 980 | folk, greek | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Ραδιοκύματα 102.6 | folk, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Άστρο 96.4 | folk, greek | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Μεγαλόνησος 89.8 | greek, traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Best Radio 94.7 FM | — | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Best Radio | rock | UNKNOWN | |
| KRITIKOS 88.7 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Studio 19 | greek hellenic music | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Σωτηρόπουλος | ορθοδοξία, χριστιανισμός | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Ορθοδοξία - Γραφή | ορθοδοξία, χριστιανισμός | MP3 96 kbps | |
| DRS 95.3 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ορθοδοξία - Σωτηρόπουλος Νικόλαος | orthodox christian, ορθοδοξία | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Ορθοδοξία - Α. Μυτιληναίος | orthodox christian, speech | MP3 32 kbps | |
| DRS FM 95.3 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Team 102 | news talk, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO MIRES 97.1 | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Galiá
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archeological Museum of Messara | ||||
| Folk Art Museum of Agia Galini | ||||
| Folk Museum of Ano Asites | ||||
| Museum of Cretan Ethnology | ||||
| Museum of Wooden Sculptures | ||||
| Nikos Xylouris | ||||
| The Museum of ancient Eleutherna | ||||
| Κέντρο Αρχαιολογικής Πληροφόρησης |
Libraries in Galiá
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library of the University Of Crete | 0.0 | |||||
| Βιβλιοθήκη ΕΛΜΕΠΑ | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Galiá
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miros Bazzar |
Airports Near Galiá
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chania International Airport | CHQ | Large Airport |
| Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport | HER | Large Airport |
| (*)Kasteli Hellenic Air Force Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Tympaki Air Base | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇬🇷 About Greece
Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Galiá
What is the population of Galiá?
Galiá has a population of 852 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 116.1 square miles.
Is Galiá 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 Galiá?
Galiá 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 77°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.6 inches.
How is the job market in Galiá?
There are 49 business establishments in the area.