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Grotte, Italy
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Grotte is a small city in Sicily, Italy with a population of 5,592. Elevation: 1,693 ft (516 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Grotte
Grotte is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Agrigento in the Italian region Sicily, located about 80 kilometres (50 mi) southeast of Palermo and about 14 kilometres (9 mi) northeast of Agrigento.
People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 5,592 |
| Population Density | 326 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,693 ft (516 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.4035°, 13.6989° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Sicily |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.5 inches (470 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $15,503 |
About Grotte
Grotte is a small city in Italy (Sicily) with a population of 5,592. The city sits at an elevation of 1,693 feet (516 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Grotte vs Italy
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $15,503 |
| 79% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 14.0% |
| 289% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 419 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.8°F |
| 13% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,693 ft (516 m) |
| Area | 17.2 sq mi (44.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 326/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.4035°N, 13.6989°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 12.0 m (39 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1693 | ISLAND OF SICILY | Earthquake | 12.0 m | 54,000 | 121 km |
| 1818 | EASTERN SICILY | Earthquake | - | 72 | 128 km |
| 1726 | NORTHERN SICILY | Earthquake | - | 250 | 85 km |
| 1172 | ISLAND OF SICILY | Earthquake | - | - | 132 km |
| 1169 | EASTERN SICILY | Earthquake | - | 16,000 | 118 km |
| 1169 | CALABRIAN ARC | Astronomical | - | - | 121 km |
| 963 | SICILY | Earthquake | - | - | 132 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Campi Flegrei del Mar di Sicilia (95 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Campi Flegrei del Mar di Sicilia | Submarine | -8 m (-26 ft) | 1867 | 95 km |
| Etna | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,295 m (10,810 ft) | 2020 | 121 km |
| Vulcano | Stratovolcano(es) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | 1890 | 157 km |
| Lipari | Stratovolcano(es) | 590 m (1,936 ft) | 1230 | 162 km |
| Pantelleria | Shield | 836 m (2,743 ft) | 1891 | 165 km |
| Panarea | Stratovolcano | 399 m (1,309 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 51°F (10°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
Grotte has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 49°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 18.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.8") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Grotte
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Istituto comprensivo “A. Roncalli” | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Grotte
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rai Radio 1 | news, public radio | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Rai Radio 3 | classical, culture | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Rai Radio 2 | public radio, rai | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Gemini | - | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio RF101 | top 40 | AAC+ 256 kbps | |
| RADIO GATTOPARDO | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Vela | adult contemporary, agrigento | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO SICILIA EXPRESS | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Amore | - | MP3 |
Museums in Grotte
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo Giudice Livatino | ||||
| Casa natale di Luigi Pirandello e museo | ||||
| Ex Museo Archeologico e civico | ||||
| FARM XL | ||||
| Fondazione Leonardo Sciascia | ||||
| Museo Antiquarium "Arturo Petix" | ||||
| Museo Archeologico | ||||
| Museo Archeologico Regionale Pietro Griffo | ||||
| Museo Civico | ||||
| Museo dell'emigrazione | ||||
| Museo della Zolfara Angelo Petix | ||||
| Museo Diocesano | ||||
| Museo Etno - Antropologico | ||||
| Museo Etnografico | ||||
| Museo Lorenzo Reina | ||||
| Museo Solfara Cozzo Disi | ||||
| Raffaele La Scala Maestro Carradore |
Libraries in Grotte
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archivio Storico Diocesano di Agrigento | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Barone Antonio Mendola | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale - (Ex Chiesa del Purgatorio) | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale "Leonardo Sciascia | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale (ex archivio notarile) | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale Angelo Cutaia | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca del Polo territoriale universitario di Agrigento | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Lucchesiana | 0.0 | |||||
| Bilioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro Polivalente - Bibloteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Fondazione Giovanni Guarino Amella | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Grotte
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coldiretti | |||||
| Mercato Coperto | |||||
| Mercato del Sabato | |||||
| Monday market | |||||
| Tuesday market |
Hotels in Grotte
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Grotte
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Grotte
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Grotte
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Grotte
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Palermo-Boccadifalco Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Albatros Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Aquila Solitaria Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| AvioSciacca Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie Agrigento | - | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie Airone | - | Small Airport |
| Campo di Volo AvioClub Centro Sicilia | - | Small Airport |
| Campo di Volo Club Aeronautico Gela | - | Small Airport |
| Campo di Volo Marano | - | Small Airport |
| Campo di Volo MedFly | - | Small Airport |
| Campo di Volo Niscemi Parisi (CLNIS) | - | Small Airport |
| Priolo Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Trike Team Cormorano | - | Small Airport |
| Vicari Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Grotte
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Grotte |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Grotte
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chiesa del Carmelo | |
| Chiesa del Purgatorio | |
| Chiesa Madre |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Italy
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Grotte
What is the population of Grotte?
Grotte has a population of 5,592 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 326 people per square mile, spread across 17.2 square miles.
Is Grotte expensive to live in?
The median household income is $15,503, 79% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Grotte?
Grotte enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.5 inches.
How is the job market in Grotte?
The job market in Grotte faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 419 business establishments in the area.