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Glóssa, Greece
Thessaly · Greece
Glóssa is a small town in Thessaly, Greece with a population of 987. Elevation: 719 ft (219 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Glóssa
Glossa is a village and a community in the northwestern part of the island of Skopelos in the Northern Sporades. The population in 2021 was 970 for the community, which includes the villages Atheato and Loutraki. The town's elevation is about 200 meters. Glossa is located 11 km northwest of Skopelos (town).
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 987 |
| Population Density | 29 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 719 ft (219 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.1752°, 23.6157° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | Thessaly |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.1 inches (459 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $18,684 |
About Glóssa
Glóssa is a small town in Greece (Thessaly) with a population of 987. The city sits at an elevation of 719 feet (219 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Glóssa vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $18,684 |
| 75% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 57 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.6°F |
| 16% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 303 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 719 ft (219 m) |
| Area | 34.6 sq mi (89.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 29/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.1752°N, 23.6157°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
16 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1965 | NORTH CORINTH GULF | Eruption + Earthquake | 3.0 m | 2 | 128 km |
| 1905 | NORTH AEGEAN SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 3.0 m | 11 | 134 km |
| 1894 | NORTH EVOIKOS GULF | Eruption + Earthquake | 3.0 m | — | 69 km |
| 1932 | NORTH AEGEAN | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 161 | 149 km |
| 1981 | GULF OF CORINTH | Earthquake | 1.3 m | — | 111 km |
| 1968 | LEMNOS ISLAND, NORTH AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 22 | 117 km |
| 1995 | GULF OF CORINTH: AIYION | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | 26 | 144 km |
| 1981 | ATHENS-EASTERN GULF OF CORINTH | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 22 | 121 km |
| 1928 | CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 20 | 141 km |
| 1992 | CORINTH GULF | Earthquake | — | — | 126 km |
| 1965 | AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | — | 38 | 42 km |
| 1955 | VOLOS GULF | Earthquake | — | 8 | 51 km |
| 1853 | CENTRAL GREECE (EVOIKOS GULF) | Earthquake | — | 17 | 103 km |
| 1794 | CORINTH GULF | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 150 km |
| 1585 | NORTH AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 137 km |
| -426 | CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF | Earthquake | — | 2,500 | 85 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Methana (175 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Methana | Lava dome(s) | 760 m (2,493 ft) | -258 | 175 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 53°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
Glóssa has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 48°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.8") and July the driest (0.4").
Schools in Glóssa
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/Θ Δημοτικό Σχολείο Νέου Κλήματος | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Glóssa
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Istiaia | hits | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Istiaia 100.4 | greek pop, mainstream | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Yolo 102.1 | greek, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Live 89.6 | greek, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Avanti 98.3 | greek pop, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Stylida 94.1 | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Glóssa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Papadiamanti Ancestral Home | ||||
| Pirate Museum | ||||
| Traditional House | ||||
| Zisis Oikonomou Museum | ||||
| Οικία Βακράτσα |
Hotels in Glóssa
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Glóssa
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Glóssa
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Glóssa
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Glóssa
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Glóssa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spira |
Ski Resorts Near Glóssa
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Χιονοδρομικό Κέντρο Πηλίου Αγριόλευκες | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Glóssa
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Skiathos Island National Airport | JSI | Medium Airport |
| Hellenic Sport Aviation Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kopaida Dimitra Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Glóssa
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Agia Triada | |
| Agios Ioannis Church | |
| Chapel of Panagia Gorgoepikou & Agia Aikaterini | |
| Christlich-Orthodoxe Kirche | |
| Christlich-Orthodoxe Kirche | |
| Evangelismos Theokou | |
| Lower Church | |
| Άγιοι Ανάργυροι |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Glóssa
What is the population of Glóssa?
Glóssa has a population of 987 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 34.6 square miles.
Is Glóssa expensive to live in?
The median household income is $18,684, 75% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Glóssa?
Glóssa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.1 inches.
How is the job market in Glóssa?
There are 57 business establishments in the area.