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Kavrochóri, Greece
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Kavrochóri is a small town in Crete, Greece with a population of 503. Elevation: 226 ft (69 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kavrochóri
Gazi is a western suburb of Heraklion and a former municipality in the Heraklion regional unit of Crete in Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform, it has been part of the municipality Malevizi, of which it is a municipal unit. The municipal unit comprises several nearby villages with a total area of 95.81 square kilometres (36.99 sq mi) and a total population of 20,918, of whom 16,256 live within Gazi. It lies 6 kilometres west of Heraklion, on the north coast of Crete.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 503 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 226 ft (69 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.3081°, 25.0465° |
| 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 Kavrochóri
Kavrochóri is a small town in Greece (Crete) with a population of 503. The city sits at an elevation of 226 feet (69 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: Kavrochóri vs Greece
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Income
| Median HH Income | $21,060 |
| 72% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 29 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Kavrochóri
Kavrochóri 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 | 226 ft (69 m) |
| Area | 76.8 sq mi (199.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.3081°N, 25.0465°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 | — | 126 km |
| 1650 | THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) | Explosion | 30.0 m | 120 | 126 km |
| 2020 | CRETE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 139 km |
| 2000 | CRETE | Eruption + Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 135 km |
| 2009 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 133 km |
| 2025 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 92 km |
| 2013 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 101 km |
| 1870 | ALEXANDRIA | Earthquake | — | — | 116 km |
| 1629 | CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 77 km |
| 1494 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 46 km |
| 1050 | ISLAND OF THIRA | Astronomical | — | — | 126 km |
| 46 | THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) | Astronomical | — | — | 126 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Santorini (126 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Santorini | Shield(s) | 367 m (1,204 ft) | 1950 | 126 km |
| Milos | Stratovolcano(es) | 751 m (2,464 ft) | 140 | 164 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 |
Kavrochóri 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 Kavrochóri
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 Kavrochóri
| 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 Kavrochóri
| 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 Kavrochóri
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local Market (Sa) | |||||
| Open Street Market Area | |||||
| Λαϊκή Αγορά |
Hotels in Kavrochóri
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kavrochóri
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Kavrochóri
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notos Brewery | ||||
| Solo Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Kavrochóri
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kavrochóri
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 |
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What is the population of Kavrochóri?
Kavrochóri has a population of 503 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 76.8 square miles.
Is Kavrochóri 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 Kavrochóri?
Kavrochóri 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 Kavrochóri?
There are 29 business establishments in the area.