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Kálymnos, Greece
South Aegean · Greece
Kálymnos is a small city in South Aegean, Greece with a population of 12,324. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
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About Kálymnos
Pothia or Pothaia or Kalymnos Town is the capital of Kalymnos, Greece, and the major settlement of the island. It is located in the south of Kalymnos on the edge of a bay. It is very close to Chorio or Chora, the old capital of Kalymnos. Pothia is the main port and includes the main public services of the island. The population was 13,529 inhabitants at the 2021 census.
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| Population | 12,324 |
| Population Density | 82 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.9503°, 26.9839° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | South Aegean |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.9 inches (708 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $24,732 |
About Kálymnos
Kálymnos is a small city in Greece (South Aegean) with a population of 12,324. The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet (2 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Kálymnos vs Greece
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Income
| Median HH Income | $24,732 |
| 67% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 715 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Kálymnos
Kálymnos has an average annual temperature of 19.8°C (68°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.2°C), the coldest is Feb (14.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 591 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.5°F |
| 19% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 150.3 sq mi (389.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 82/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.9503°N, 26.9839°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
12 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 20.0 m (66 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1956 | CYCLADES | Eruption + Earthquake | 20.0 m | 56 | 97 km |
| 1956 | AMORGOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | 10.0 m | — | 133 km |
| 1948 | DODECANESE, KARPATHOS IS. | Earthquake | 7.3 m | — | 147 km |
| 2020 | AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | 5.3 m | 118 | 107 km |
| 2002 | DODECANESE ISLANDS | Unknown | 4.0 m | — | 122 km |
| 1481 | ISLAND OF RHODES | Earthquake | 3.0 m | — | 139 km |
| 2017 | GULF OF GÖKOVA | Earthquake | 1.9 m | 2 | 38 km |
| 1968 | ISLAND OF KOS | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.2 m | — | 48 km |
| 1870 | ALEXANDRIA | Earthquake | — | — | 138 km |
| 558 | DODECANESE ISLANDS | Earthquake | — | — | 66 km |
| 554 | ISLAND OF KOS | Earthquake | — | — | 33 km |
| 142 | DODECANESE ISLANDS | Earthquake | — | — | 95 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nisyros (43 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nisyros | Stratovolcano | 698 m (2,290 ft) | 1888 | 43 km |
| Santorini | Shield(s) | 367 m (1,204 ft) | 1950 | 154 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 6.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 4.6 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 5.9 in |
Kálymnos has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 50°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.0") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Kálymnos
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Πόλεως Καλύμνου | — | — | — | — |
| 2ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Πόλεως Καλύμνου | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kálymnos
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proto Κως | greek, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Παλμός 94,9 | greek pop, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Έκφραση 97 | greek music, news talk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Μελωδία 106.9 | pentecostal, religion | MP3 128 kbps | |
| City 93 | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Kálymnos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum of Kalymnos | ||||
| Archäologisches Museum | ||||
| Belenis tower | ||||
| Hippocrates' Garden | ||||
| Maritime and Folklore Museum | ||||
| Naval Museum of Kardamena | ||||
| Neoklassiko | ||||
| Press Museum | ||||
| Sea World | ||||
| Traditional House | ||||
| Traditional windmill | ||||
| War Museum - underground (called "The Tunnel" museum |
Libraries in Kálymnos
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Municipal library of Leros | 0.0 |
Hotels in Kálymnos
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kálymnos
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Kálymnos
3 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kálymnos
8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kálymnos
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kálymnos
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kálymnos
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kos International Airport "Ippokratis" | KGS | Large Airport |
| Milas Bodrum International Airport | BJV | Large Airport |
| Samos Airport | SMI | Medium Airport |
| Astypalaia Airport | JTY | Small Airport |
| Bodrum-Imsık Airport | BXN | Small Airport |
| Ikaria Airport | JIK | Small Airport |
| Kalymnos Airport | JKL | Small Airport |
| Leros Airport | LRS | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kálymnos
36 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Agia Anna | |
| Agia Irini | |
| Agia Marina | |
| Agia Paraskevi | |
| Agia Triada | |
| Agios Athanasios | |
| Agios Ioannis Theologos | |
| Agios Panteleimonas | |
| Agios Pavlos | |
| Agios Theodoros | |
| Agios Yorgos | |
| Cristos Sotinos | |
| Cristos Sotinos | |
| Monastery of Panagia Kyra Psili | |
| Panagia | |
| Panagia Rikion | |
| Stavros-Agios Kirykos | |
| Tachiarchis Michael | |
| Αγία Βαρβάρα | |
| Αγία Τριάδα |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Kálymnos
What is the population of Kálymnos?
Kálymnos has a population of 12,324 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 82 people per square mile, spread across 150.3 square miles.
Is Kálymnos expensive to live in?
The median household income is $24,732, 67% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Kálymnos?
Kálymnos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.9 inches.
How is the job market in Kálymnos?
There are 715 business establishments in the area.