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Kastoria, Greece
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Kastoria is a small city in West Macedonia, Greece with a population of 13,387. Elevation: 2,103 ft (641 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
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About Kastoria
Kastoria is a city in northern Greece in the region of Western Macedonia. It is the capital of the Kastoria regional unit, in the geographic region of Macedonia. It is situated on a promontory on the western shore of Lake Orestiada, in a valley surrounded by limestone mountains. The city is known for its many Byzantine churches, Byzantine and Ottoman-era domestic architecture, its lake and its fur clothing industry.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 13,387 |
| Population Density | 605 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,103 ft (641 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.5217°, 21.2634° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | West Macedonia |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.2 inches (767 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.8 inches (7 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $17,064 |
About Kastoria
Kastoria is a small city in Greece (West Macedonia) with a population of 13,387. The city sits at an elevation of 2,103 feet (641 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Kastoria vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $17,064 |
| 77% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 776 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Kastoria
Kastoria has an average annual temperature of 11.9°C (53°F). The hottest month is Jul (24.2°C), the coldest is Jan (0.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 672 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.2°F |
| 5% below Greece avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 281 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,103 ft (641 m) |
| Area | 22.1 sq mi (57.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 605/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.5217°N, 21.2634°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1911 | OCHRIDA LAKE | Earthquake | — | — | 57 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 53°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 38°F (4°C) | 3.0 in |
Kastoria has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 34°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (1.6").
Colleges & Universities in Kastoria
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Πανεπιστήμιο Δυτικής Μακεδονίας - Παράρτημα Καστοριάς | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Kastoria
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4th Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| 2nd Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| 3rd Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 2ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο | — | — | — | — |
| 1st & 8th Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 1st & 8th Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
| 9th Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
| 3rd Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
| 4ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Καστοριάς | — | — | — | — |
| 3rd Middle School & 2nd Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kastoria
14 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Γρεβενά | news, pop | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Antenna 94 | greek music, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Party 97.1 | greek, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ράδιο Γρεβενά 101.5 | greek folk, news talk | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Ορθοδοξία και Παράδοση 103 | byzantine, ecclesia | MP3 224 kbps | |
| Έρωτας 92 | greek, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| I.M. Καστοριάς 97.9 | orthodox christian, religion | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ράδιο Καψούρα Πτολεμαΐδα | greek folk, mainstream | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Αμύνταιο 91.2 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CFM 99.9 | mainstream, pop music | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Lehovo | florina, greek pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Alpha Καστοριά | news, pop | MP3 | |
| Antennes Καστοριά | news, pop | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Kastoria 91.5 | greek music, news | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Kastoria
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Byzantine Museum | ||||
| Capetan Kottas Museum | ||||
| Costume Museum | ||||
| Folklore Museum | ||||
| Folklore Museum | ||||
| Museum of the Macedonian Struggle | ||||
| Open-Air Museum of Dispilio, Kastoria | ||||
| Pavlos Melas Museum | ||||
| Αρχαιολογικό Μουσείο | ||||
| Αρχοντικό Τσιατσιαπά | ||||
| Δεληνάνειο Λαογραφικό Μουσείο | ||||
| Λαογραφικό και ιστορικό μουσείο Δροσοπηγής | ||||
| Λαογραφικό Μουσείο |
Libraries in Kastoria
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη Άργους Ορεστικού | 0.0 | |||||
| Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη Καστοριάς «Αθανάσιος Χριστόπουλος» | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kastoria
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kastoria Producers Market |
Hotels in Kastoria
15 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kastoria
40 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Kastoria
2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Kastoria
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Kastoria
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Kastoria
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kastoria
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Kastoria
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kastoria
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kastoria
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kastoria
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Kastoria
3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kastoria
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Kastoria
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vasilitsa national ski centre | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Kastoria
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle Airport | OHD | Large Airport |
| Kozani National Airport Filippos | KZI | Medium Airport |
| Eordaea Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Florina Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kastoria National Airport Aristotle | KSO | Small Airport |
| Logovardi Sport Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Panagitsa Ariport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kastoria
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Speedex Courier | |
| ΕΛΤΑ |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kastoria
64 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Αγία Βαρβάρα | |
| Αγία Κυριακή | |
| Αγία Παρασκευή Ντολτσού | |
| Αγία Παρασκευή Οικονόμου | |
| Άγιοι Ανάργυροι | |
| Άγιοι Ανάργυροι Γυμνασίου | |
| Άγιοι Ανάργυροι Καρύδη | |
| Άγιοι Απόστολοι Ελεούσης | |
| Άγιοι Απόστολοι Σερβιώτη | |
| Άγιοι Θεόδωροι | |
| Άγιοι Τρείς | |
| Άγιος Αθανάσιος | |
| Άγιος Αθανάσιος Μουζάκη | |
| Άγιος Αλύπιος Ελεούσας | |
| Άγιος Αλύπιος Οικονόμου | |
| Άγιος Ανδρέας Καρύδη | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος Μουζεβίκη | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος Πολιτείας | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος του Βουνού |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Kastoria?
Kastoria has a population of 13,387 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 605 people per square mile, spread across 22.1 square miles.
Is Kastoria expensive to live in?
The median household income is $17,064, 77% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Kastoria?
Kastoria has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.2 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Kastoria?
There are 776 business establishments in the area.