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Gialós, Greece
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Gialós is a small town in Crete, Greece with a population of 873. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gialós
Palaiochora is a small town in Chania regional unit, Greece. It is located 70 km south of Chania, on the southwest coast of Crete and occupies a small peninsula 400 m wide and 700 m long. The town is set along 11 km of coastline bordering the Libyan Sea. It is the seat of the municipality of Kantanos–Selino and its population was 2,181 in the 2021 census.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 873 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.2391°, 23.6349° |
| 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 | 24.2 inches (615 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $21,060 |
About Gialós
Gialós is a small town in Greece (Crete) with a population of 873. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 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 24.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Gialós vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $21,060 |
| 72% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 51 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.8°F |
| 16% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Area | 259.4 sq mi (671.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2391°N, 23.6349°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 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 | — | 102 km |
| 2013 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 46 km |
| 1926 | ARGOLIKOS GULF | Earthquake | — | — | 143 km |
| 1629 | CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 150 km |
| 365 | CRETE | Earthquake | — | 5,000 | 64 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Milos (178 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Milos | Stratovolcano(es) | 751 m (2,464 ft) | 140 | 178 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 65°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 4.1 in |
Gialós has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 50°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near Gialós
38 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erotokritos 87.9 fm | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Uncut GR | — | MP3 | |
| Gavdos 88.8 | greek folk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Zarpa Χανιά | greek, news | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Αντέννα Δυτικής Κρήτης 97.1 | news, news talk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Κρητικόραμα 93.8 | greek traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Koinoniko Radiofono Xaniwn | jazz, politics | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Fly 95.9 | greek, mainstream | 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 | |
| Παλαιόχωρα 89.3 | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Κραχ | greek music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Gavdos 88.8FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ένταση 93.5 | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| EROTOKRITOS | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| rebetiko sealabs | — | MP3 40 kbps | |
| Adelin 107.3 | greek folk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Δίκτυο FM 91.5 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ριζίτες 92.4 | greek traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| D-code 96.2 | electronica, house | MP3 192 kbps | |
| FLY 92.3 (US) | — | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Venus 91 | greek, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mix FM GR | greek folk | MP3 | |
| D-Code 96,2 | 70s, 80s | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Original 94.4 | mainstream, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Fresh 105 | mainstream, pop music | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Chania 99.6 | mainstream, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Amore 87.5 | folk, greek | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Chania Rock FM 96.8 | rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Sfakia | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Gialós
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Historical war Museum Sougia | ||||
| Old School Vlatos | ||||
| Olive Tree Museum of Vouves | ||||
| Paleiochora |
Hotels in Gialós
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gialós
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Gialós
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Gialós
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chania International Airport | CHQ | Large Airport |
| Maleme Air Base | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gialós
20 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of St George | |
| Ekklisia Agia Sofia | |
| Αγία Παρασκευή | |
| Άγιο Πνεύμα | |
| Άγιοι Πάντες | |
| Άγιος Αθανάσιος | |
| Άγιος Αντώνιος | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος | |
| Άγιος Ιωάννης | |
| Άγιος Ιωάννης | |
| Άγιος Ιωάννης | |
| Άγιος Νικόλαος | |
| Άγιος Νικόλαος | |
| Άγιος Παύλος | |
| Άγιος Σπυρίδωνας | |
| Εκκλησία του Χριστού | |
| Εκκλησία του Χριστού | |
| Ι. Ν. Αγίου Κωνσταντίνου και Ελένης | |
| Παναγία |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gialós
What is the population of Gialós?
Gialós has a population of 873 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 259.4 square miles.
Is Gialós 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 Gialós?
Gialós 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 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.2 inches.
How is the job market in Gialós?
There are 51 business establishments in the area.