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Káto Kalésia, Greece
Crete · Greece
Káto Kalésia is a small town in Crete, Greece with a population of 729. Elevation: 486 ft (148 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Káto Kalésia
Tylissos is a town and a former municipality in the Heraklion regional unit, Crete, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform it is part of the municipality Malevizi, of which it is a municipal unit. The municipal unit has an area of 131.064 km2 (50.604 sq mi). Population 2,252 in 2021. It is an ancient Minoan peak sanctuary and town. The Municipality of Tylisos was created in 1999 and includes 11 villages. The economy is based on agriculture, mainly grape cultivation and olive cultivation. At the same time stock farming of sheep, goats and chickens and beehive farms are abundant.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 729 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 486 ft (148 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.2863°, 25.0561° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | Crete |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.5 inches (623 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $21,060 |
About Káto Kalésia
Káto Kalésia is a small town in Greece (Crete) with a population of 729. The city sits at an elevation of 486 feet (148 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Káto Kalésia vs Greece
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Income
| Median HH Income | $21,060 |
| 72% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 42 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Káto Kalésia
Káto Kalésia has an average annual temperature of 18.8°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jul (26.1°C), the coldest is Feb (12.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 481 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 291 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 486 ft (148 m) |
| Area | 76.8 sq mi (199.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2863°N, 25.0561°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
12 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 90.0 m (295 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| -1610 | THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) | Astronomical | 90.0 m | — | 128 km |
| 1650 | THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) | Explosion | 30.0 m | 120 | 128 km |
| 2020 | CRETE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 137 km |
| 2000 | CRETE | Eruption + Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 132 km |
| 2009 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 130 km |
| 2025 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 93 km |
| 2013 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 99 km |
| 1870 | ALEXANDRIA | Earthquake | — | — | 117 km |
| 1629 | CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 80 km |
| 1494 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 47 km |
| 1050 | ISLAND OF THIRA | Astronomical | — | — | 128 km |
| 46 | THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) | Astronomical | — | — | 128 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Santorini (128 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Santorini | Shield(s) | 367 m (1,204 ft) | 1950 | 128 km |
| Milos | Stratovolcano(es) | 751 m (2,464 ft) | 140 | 167 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 4.3 in |
Káto Kalésia has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 51°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.8") and August the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Káto Kalésia
15 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Radio 92.6 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kriti FM 87.5 | cretan music, greek | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Mires 97,1 | greek, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| KRITIKOS 88.7 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Best Radio | rock | UNKNOWN | |
| Best Radio 94.7 FM | — | MP3 160 kbps | |
| KPaX Radio | κοινωνικό ραδιόφωνο χανίων | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO MIRES 97.1 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| DRS FM 95.3 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ορθοδοξία - Α. Μυτιληναίος | orthodox christian, speech | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Ορθοδοξία - Σωτηρόπουλος Νικόλαος | orthodox christian, ορθοδοξία | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Ορθοδοξία - Γραφή | ορθοδοξία, χριστιανισμός | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Σωτηρόπουλος | ορθοδοξία, χριστιανισμός | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Studio 19 | greek hellenic music | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| DRS 95.3 | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Káto Kalésia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Collection of Archanes | ||||
| Archeological Museum of Messara | ||||
| Christian Art Museum | ||||
| El Greco House and Museum | ||||
| Folk Museum of Ano Asites | ||||
| Heraklion Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Heraklion Museum of Ancient Greek Technology Kostas Kotsanas | ||||
| Historical Museum of Crete | ||||
| Museum of Cretan Ethnology | ||||
| Museum of Olive Tree & Oil Striligkas | ||||
| Museum of Wooden Sculptures | ||||
| Natural History Museum of Crete | ||||
| Nikos Xylouris | ||||
| Palace of Knossos | ||||
| RAM Rulers | ||||
| Αγία Αικατερίνη | ||||
| Κέντρο Αρχαιολογικής Πληροφόρησης | ||||
| Μουσείο | ||||
| Μουσείο Καζαντζάκη |
Libraries in Káto Kalésia
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library of the University Of Crete | 0.0 | |||||
| Βιβλιοθήκη ΕΛΜΕΠΑ | 0.0 | |||||
| Βικελαία Βιβλιοθήκη | 0.0 | |||||
| Βικελαία Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Káto Kalésia
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local Market (Sa) | |||||
| Miros Bazzar | |||||
| Open Street Market Area | |||||
| Λαϊκή Αγορά |
Hotels in Káto Kalésia
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Káto Kalésia
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Káto Kalésia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notos Brewery | ||||
| Solo Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Káto Kalésia
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Káto Kalésia
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport | HER | Large Airport |
| (*)Kasteli Hellenic Air Force Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Tympaki Air Base | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Káto Kalésia
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ναός του Ευαγγελισμού της Θεοτόκου | |
| Ναός των Αποστόλων Πέτρου και Παύλου |
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What is the population of Káto Kalésia?
Káto Kalésia has a population of 729 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 76.8 square miles.
Is Káto Kalésia expensive to live in?
The median household income is $21,060, 72% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Káto Kalésia?
Káto Kalésia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.5 inches.
How is the job market in Káto Kalésia?
There are 42 business establishments in the area.