Karyés, Greece
North Aegean · Greece
Karyés is a small city in North Aegean, Greece with a population of 27,015. Elevation: 1,024 ft (312 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Karyés
Chios is the main town and a former municipality on the Greek island of Chios in the North Aegean. Since the 2011 local government reform, it is part of the municipality Chios, of which it is a municipal unit. The municipal unit has an area of 22.823 km2. It is located on the eastern coast of the island facing the Turkish coastal town of Çeşme. The town has a population of 27,015 (2021) and is the administrative capital and main port of both the island and of the regional unit of Chios. Chios town is one of eight municipal units on the island.
People
Climate
| Population | 27,015 |
| Population Density | 26 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,024 ft (312 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.3912°, 26.0964° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | North Aegean |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.3 inches (617 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Karyés
Karyés is a small city in Greece (North Aegean) with a population of 27,015. The city sits at an elevation of 1,024 feet (312 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 24.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Climate in Karyés
Karyés has an average annual temperature of 18.6°C (65°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.6°C), the coldest is Jan (11.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 588 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.6°F |
| 9% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,024 ft (312 m) |
| Area | 1,023.0 sq mi (2,649.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3912°N, 26.0964°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
9 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.3 m (17 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2020 | AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | 5.3 m | 118 | 82 km |
| 1949 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 7 | 49 km |
| 1968 | LEMNOS ISLAND, NORTH AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 22 | 147 km |
| 2017 | LESBOS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 1 | 64 km |
| 1944 | EDREMIT GULF, AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 30 | 131 km |
| 1867 | LESBOS | Earthquake | - | 563 | 94 km |
| 1856 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | - | 18 km |
| 1668 | SMYRNA, W. TURKEY | Earthquake | - | - | 88 km |
| 1389 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | 2 | 18 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
Karyés has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 45°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.8") and August the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near Karyés
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electronica Vibes - Pirate Radio GR | deep progressive house, focus trance | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Σήμαντρο 93.1 | orthodox christian | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Chios | info, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Παλμός 94.1 | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Αλήθεια 95.7 | greek music, news talk | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Χρώμα 91.9 | ballads, greek | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Limnos 100 | greek, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Λήμνος 97,9 | greek music, news talk | AAC+ 104 kbps | |
| Mastixa 107.7 | greek pop | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Karyés
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum of Chios | ||||
| Byzantine Museum | ||||
| Çeşme kent Belleği | ||||
| Çeşme Museum | ||||
| Chios Maritime Museum | ||||
| Folklore Museum of Kallimasia | ||||
| Korais Library | ||||
| Ottoman Baths (Hammam) | ||||
| Perivoli Citrus Museum | ||||
| The Chios Mastic Museum | ||||
| Δημοτική Πινακοθήκη Χιου | ||||
| Μαστιχώνας (μουσείου μαστίχας) |
Libraries in Karyés
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Korais Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Karyés
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Çeșme Çarșısı |
Hotels in Karyés
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Karyés
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Karyés
5 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Karyés
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chios Beer - Ζυθοποιία Χίου |
Airports Near Karyés
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chios Island National Airport | JKH | Medium Airport |
| Mytilene International Airport | MJT | Medium Airport |
| Alaçatı Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ikaria Airport | JIK | Small Airport |
| Olimpoi Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Karyés
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Agia Paraskevi | |
| Agios Georgios Resta | |
| Monastery of St Mark | |
| Moní Agíou Márkou | |
| Panagia Arvanitissas | |
| Άγιος Αντώνιος | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος | |
| Άγιος Ισίδωρος | |
| Άγιος Λουκάς | |
| Καθολικό Νέας Μονής | |
| Μονή Ζωοδόχου Πηγής Κουρνάς Καρυών | |
| Ταξιάρχης |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Karyés
What is the population of Karyés?
Karyés has a population of 27,015 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 1,023.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Karyés?
Karyés 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. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches.
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