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Karyes, Greece
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Karyes is a small town in Mount Athos, Greece with a population of 237. Elevation: 1,194 ft (364 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Karyes
Karyes is a village of the Peloponnese peninsula, which is located in the southern part of Greece. The Peloponnese is made up of a number of states and Karyes belongs to the state of Laconia in which Sparta is the capital. Karyes gets its official name from the word ‘walnut’ due to the village having many walnut trees and has been spelled a number of ways such as Karyes, Karyai, Karya, Caryes, Caryai and Caryae. It should not be confused with some other villages in Greece which go by the same name such as Caria of Asia Minor, Karyes, Mount Athos, Karyes, Pieria, Karya of Argos, and Karyes of Chios. Karyes also goes by the name of Arahova which was thought to have originated from the Slavic word for walnut. The village of Karyes is the birthplace of the six caryatid maidens which are featured in architecture in the place of columns on the ancient and world famous Erectheion of the Athenian Acropolis.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 237 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,194 ft (364 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.2572°, 24.2450° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | Mount Athos |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.4 inches (519 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $24,300 |
About Karyes
Karyes is a small town in Greece (Mount Athos) with a population of 237. The city sits at an elevation of 1,194 feet (364 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Karyes vs Greece
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Income
| Median HH Income | $24,300 |
| 68% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 14 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.0°F |
| 6% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,194 ft (364 m) |
| Area | 337.5 sq mi (874.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.2572°N, 24.2450°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
9 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1905 | NORTH AEGEAN SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 3.0 m | 11 | 37 km |
| 1932 | NORTH AEGEAN | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 161 | 40 km |
| 1968 | LEMNOS ISLAND, NORTH AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 22 | 116 km |
| 1893 | SAMOTHRACE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 1 | 110 km |
| 2014 | NORTH AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 3 | 97 km |
| 1965 | AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 38 | 98 km |
| 1955 | VOLOS GULF | Earthquake | - | 8 | 137 km |
| 1902 | AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 5 | 100 km |
| 1585 | NORTH AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 23 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 1.2 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
Karyes has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 42°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.9") and August the driest (0.6").
Radio Stations near Karyes
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pemptousia FM | athos, christian | MP3 |
Libraries in Karyes
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Karyes
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Karyes
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Karyes
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Karyes
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kavala Alexander the Great International Airport | KVA | Large Airport |
| Kavala Amygdaleon Lydia Airfield | - | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Karyes
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Athos | Mixed | 1988 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Karyes
53 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abandoned skit | |
| Agiou Panteleimonos monastery | |
| Chapel of St. Athanasios | |
| Father Ghimnazie | |
| I. K. Barbera | |
| I. K. Pateritsa | |
| Keli Onoufrios | |
| Keli Panagouda | |
| Kyriako (central church) of Saint Demetrios | |
| Monastery New Esphigmeny | |
| Old Monastery | |
| Old Russian Monastery | |
| Siluan Afonsky mill | |
| The cave of the monk Gabriel of mount Athos | |
| Αγ. Διονυσιος | |
| Άγιος Στέφανος | |
| Γλυκοφιλούσα | |
| Ι. Κ. Αγίου Ανδρέα | |
| Ι. Κ. Αγίου Γεωργίου | |
| Ι. Κ. Μαρουδά |
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Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Karyes
Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Karyes
What is the population of Karyes?
Karyes has a population of 237 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 337.5 square miles.
Is Karyes expensive to live in?
The median household income is $24,300, 68% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Karyes?
Karyes enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches.
How is the job market in Karyes?
There are 14 business establishments in the area.