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Grottole, Italy
Basilicate · Italy
Grottole is a small town in Basilicate, Italy with a population of 2,174. Elevation: 1,581 ft (482 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Grottole
Grottole is a town and comune in the province of Matera, in the region of Basilicata in southern Italy.
People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 2,174 |
| Population Density | 125 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,581 ft (482 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.6033°, 16.3783° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Basilicate |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.6 inches (624 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $15,168 |
About Grottole
Grottole is a small town in Italy (Basilicate) with a population of 2,174. The city sits at an elevation of 1,581 feet (482 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Grottole vs Italy
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $15,168 |
| 80% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 13.1% |
| 264% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 163 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.6°F |
| 9% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 291 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,581 ft (482 m) |
| Area | 17.4 sq mi (45.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 125/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6033°N, 16.3783°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1870 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 147 km |
| 1836 | ROSSANO | Earthquake | - | 589 | 113 km |
| 1731 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 3,600 | 124 km |
| 1562 | REGGIO DI CALABRIA | Earthquake | - | - | 75 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vesuvius (166 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vesuvius | Stratovolcano | 1,281 m (4,203 ft) | 1944 | 166 km |
| Campi Flegrei | Caldera | 458 m (1,503 ft) | 1538 | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 53°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| December | 47°F (9°C) | 3.0 in |
Grottole has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 45°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 24.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.1") and July the driest (0.9").
Schools in Grottole
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grottole - Scuola di Primo Grado | - | - | - | - |
| Via Nazionale - Scuola Primaria | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Grottole
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Selene | adult contemporary, corato | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Laser | pisticci, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Radiosa | electronica, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Multiradio | adult contemporary, top 40 | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Altamura Uno | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio New Sound | hits, musica italiana | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Grottole
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angolo della Memoria - Museo della Civiltà Contadina | ||||
| Angolo della Memoria - Museo di Storia e Civiltà Contadina | ||||
| Casa Cisterna | ||||
| Casa grotta C’era una volta | ||||
| Casa Grotta del Casalnuovo | ||||
| Casa Grotta nei Sassi | ||||
| Casa Noha | ||||
| Essenza Lucano - Museo sull'Amaro Lucano | ||||
| Flying Stones | ||||
| Ipogeo MateraSum | ||||
| La Casa di Ortega | ||||
| Madonna delle virtù | ||||
| MUdeSCA - Museo dello Scavo | ||||
| Museo - Mulino de Sortis | ||||
| Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Altamura | ||||
| Museo Archeologico Nazionale Domenico Ridola | ||||
| Museo Arte Presepiale Antonio Colonna | ||||
| Museo Civico | ||||
| Museo comunale - Civiltà contadina e mestieri antichi | ||||
| Museo Del Pane | ||||
| Museo del Pane di Vito Forte | ||||
| Museo del pane Matera | ||||
| Museo Demo Antropologico - CEA Stigliano | ||||
| Museo e Biblioteca Ettore Pomarici Santomasi | ||||
| Museo Laboratorio della Civiltà Contadina | ||||
| Museo Nazionale d'arte medievale e moderna della Basilicata | ||||
| Museo Viaggio in Basilicata | ||||
| Musma | ||||
| Palazzo Baldassarre - Museo dell'Uomo di Altamura | ||||
| Palazzo dell'Arcivescovado | ||||
| Palazzo Ducale di Tricarico | ||||
| Palazzo Pomarici | ||||
| TAM - Tower Art Museum | ||||
| TAM - Tower Art Museum | ||||
| Visit center - naturalistic museum |
Libraries in Grottole
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agorateca, Biblioteca di Comunità | 0.0 | |||||
| Agorateca, Biblioteca di Comunità | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale Marrese | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Finia | 0.0 | |||||
| Palazzo dell'Annunziata | 0.0 | |||||
| Sinno Libreria Cartoleria | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Grottole
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercato coperto di Piazza della Libertà | |||||
| Mercato della frutta | |||||
| Mercato della frutta | |||||
| Mercato di Piccianello | |||||
| Samac Srl |
Restaurants in Grottole
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Grottole
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Grottole
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Grottole
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Grottole
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Grottole
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birfoot Birrificio |
Stadiums & Teams in Grottole
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Grottole
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport | BRI | Large Airport |
| Gioia del Colle Antonio Ramirez Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Ali sul Castello Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Batfly Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ceraso Airfield/Aero Club I Templari | - | Small Airport |
| Conca del Re Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Enrico Mattei Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Falcone Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Grumentum Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La Quercia Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Natile Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pantano Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pisticci Flying Field | - | Small Airport |
| Policoro Saline Flying Field | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Grottole
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Poste Italiane |
Treatment Centers in Grottole
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Calia Vincenza | ||
| Imparola Centro Riabilitativo |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Grottole
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chiesa di San Pietro | |
| Chiesa di San Rocco | |
| Chiesa di Santa Maria Maggiore |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Italy
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What is the population of Grottole?
Grottole has a population of 2,174 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 125 people per square mile, spread across 17.4 square miles.
Is Grottole expensive to live in?
The median household income is $15,168, 80% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Grottole?
Grottole enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.6 inches.
How is the job market in Grottole?
The job market in Grottole faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 163 business establishments in the area.