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Kavoúsi, Greece
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Kavoúsi is a small town in Crete, Greece with a population of 559. Elevation: 374 ft (114 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kavoúsi
Kavousi is a historic village in the municipality of Ierapetra in the regional unit of Lasithi in eastern Crete. "Kavousi" in the Cretan dialect means "water source". The village is situated 19 km (11.8 mi) northeast of Ierapetra, 26 km (16 mi) east of Agios Nikolaos and 42 km (26 mi) west of Sitia. The village is located in the northern foothills of the Thripti mountain range at an elevation of 140 meters above sea level. Many archaeological sites have been discovered in the area of Kavousi, among which are Vronda, Kastro, Azoria, Chrysokamino and the isle Pseira. Kavousi lies just 3.6 km (2.2 mi) south of Tholos Beach. The village has views over the Gulf of Mirabello and the Isthmus of Ierapetra.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 559 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 374 ft (114 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.1227°, 25.8580° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | Crete |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.4 inches (696 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $21,060 |
About Kavoúsi
Kavoúsi is a small town in Greece (Crete) with a population of 559. The city sits at an elevation of 374 feet (114 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Kavoúsi vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $21,060 |
| 72% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 32 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.7°F |
| 14% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 374 ft (114 m) |
| Area | 197.7 sq mi (512.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1227°N, 25.8580°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
14 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 | — | 148 km |
| 1650 | THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) | Explosion | 30.0 m | 120 | 148 km |
| 1948 | DODECANESE, KARPATHOS IS. | Earthquake | 7.3 m | — | 131 km |
| 2020 | CRETE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 106 km |
| 2000 | CRETE | Eruption + Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 102 km |
| 2009 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 112 km |
| 2025 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 77 km |
| 2013 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 111 km |
| 1870 | ALEXANDRIA | Earthquake | — | — | 98 km |
| 1629 | CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 125 km |
| 1494 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 53 km |
| 1303 | AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | — | 4,000 | 105 km |
| 1050 | ISLAND OF THIRA | Astronomical | — | — | 148 km |
| 46 | THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) | Astronomical | — | — | 148 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Santorini (148 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Santorini | Shield(s) | 367 m (1,204 ft) | 1950 | 148 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 5.2 in |
Kavoúsi has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 49°F in February to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.7") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Kavoúsi
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Δημοτικό Σχολείο Καβουσίου | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kavoúsi
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ηχώ Ιεράπετρα | news, pop | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Λατώ Άγιος Νικόλαος | news, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Λασίθι 92.3 | greek pop, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Panic 93.7 | greek pop, mainstream | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Madness 95 | mainstream, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Δίαυλος Κρήτης | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ράδιο 104.4 Άγιος Νικόλαος | news, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| KPaX Radio | κοινωνικό ραδιόφωνο χανίων | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Sitia 95.5 | jazz, pop | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Melody 88 | mainstream, pop | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Kavoúsi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Archaeological Museum of Sitia | ||||
| Archeological Collection | ||||
| Folklore Museum | ||||
| MUSEUM OF TRADITIONAL CRETAN ART | ||||
| Museum Rodanthi | ||||
| Pefki Folklore Museum | ||||
| Venetian Villa Deimezzo |
Libraries in Kavoúsi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Koundoureios" Municipal Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kavoúsi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday's, Street Market | |||||
| Laiki |
Hotels in Kavoúsi
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kavoúsi
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Kavoúsi
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kavoúsi
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kavoúsi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kavoúsi
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport | HER | Large Airport |
| (*)Kasteli Hellenic Air Force Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Sitia Airport | JSH | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kavoúsi
38 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aghios Nikolaos | |
| Church of Ayios Georgios | |
| Ἁγία Εἰρήνη | |
| Ἁγία Παρασκευή | |
| Ἁγία Παρασκευή | |
| Αγία Τριάδα | |
| Ἅγιοι Ἀνάργυροι | |
| Ἅγιοι Ἀνάργυροι - Ἁγία Ἀναστασία | |
| Ἅγιοι Άπόστολοι | |
| Ἅγιοι Κωνσταντῖνος καί Ἑλένη | |
| Ἅγιον Πνεῦμα | |
| Ἅγιος Ἀντώνιος | |
| Ἅγιος Γεώργιος | |
| Ἅγιος Ἰωάννης Καψᾶς | |
| Ἅγιος Ἰωάννης Προδρόμος | |
| Ἅγιος Ἰωάννης Προδρόμος | |
| Άγιος Ιωάννης Προδρόμος | |
| Ἅγιος Νικήτας | |
| Ἅγιος Νικήτας | |
| Άγιος Ραφαήλ |
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What is the population of Kavoúsi?
Kavoúsi has a population of 559 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 197.7 square miles.
Is Kavoúsi 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 Kavoúsi?
Kavoúsi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.4 inches.
How is the job market in Kavoúsi?
There are 32 business establishments in the area.