Kéfalos, Greece
South Aegean · Greece
Kéfalos is a small town in South Aegean, Greece with a population of 2,329. Elevation: 358 ft (109 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°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 Kéfalos
Kefalos is the westernmost town on the Greek island of Kos, 43 km from Kos Town. It is situated on a peninsula, also known as Kefalos, at the south-west side of the island. The town is built on a stone height, dominated by the imposing windmill of Papavasilis and is home to 2,329 inhabitants.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,329 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 358 ft (109 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.7451°, 26.9596° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | South Aegean |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.6 inches (675 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kéfalos
Kéfalos is a small town in Greece (South Aegean) with a population of 2,329. The city sits at an elevation of 358 feet (109 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.8°F |
| 22% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 358 ft (109 m) |
| Area | 150.3 sq mi (389.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7451°N, 26.9596°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
17 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 | - | 145 km |
| 1650 | THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) | Explosion | 30.0 m | 120 | 145 km |
| 1956 | CYCLADES | Eruption + Earthquake | 20.0 m | 56 | 90 km |
| 1956 | AMORGOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | 10.0 m | - | 130 km |
| 1948 | DODECANESE, KARPATHOS IS. | Earthquake | 7.3 m | - | 124 km |
| 2020 | AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | 5.3 m | 118 | 129 km |
| 2002 | DODECANESE ISLANDS | Unknown | 4.0 m | - | 116 km |
| 1481 | ISLAND OF RHODES | Earthquake | 3.0 m | - | 125 km |
| 2017 | GULF OF GÖKOVA | Earthquake | 1.9 m | 2 | 45 km |
| 1968 | ISLAND OF KOS | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.2 m | - | 25 km |
| 2025 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 143 km |
| 1870 | ALEXANDRIA | Earthquake | - | - | 119 km |
| 1050 | ISLAND OF THIRA | Astronomical | - | - | 145 km |
| 558 | DODECANESE ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | - | 77 km |
| 554 | ISLAND OF KOS | Earthquake | - | - | 31 km |
| 142 | DODECANESE ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | - | 93 km |
| 46 | THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) | Astronomical | - | - | 145 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nisyros (25 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nisyros | Stratovolcano | 698 m (2,290 ft) | 1888 | 25 km |
| Santorini | Shield(s) | 367 m (1,204 ft) | 1950 | 145 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (11°C) | 5.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 5.6 in |
Kéfalos has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 53°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Kéfalos
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Junior High School, Kefalos | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kéfalos
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proto Κως | greek, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Παλμός 94,9 | greek pop, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Έκφραση 97 | greek music, news talk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Μελωδία 106.9 | pentecostal, religion | MP3 128 kbps | |
| City 93 | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Kéfalos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum of Kalymnos | ||||
| Hippocrates' Garden | ||||
| Maritime and Folklore Museum | ||||
| Naval Museum of Kardamena | ||||
| Neoklassiko | ||||
| Sea World | ||||
| Traditional House | ||||
| Traditional windmill | ||||
| Volcanologic Museum Nissyros | ||||
| Ηφαιστειολογικό Μουσείο Νισύρου |
Hotels in Kéfalos
58 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kéfalos
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Kéfalos
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Kéfalos
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kéfalos
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kéfalos
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kéfalos
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kos International Airport "Ippokratis" | KGS | Large Airport |
| Milas Bodrum International Airport | BJV | Large Airport |
| Astypalaia Airport | JTY | Small Airport |
| Bodrum-Imsık Airport | BXN | Small Airport |
| Kalymnos Airport | JKL | Small Airport |
| Leros Airport | LRS | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kéfalos
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aghios Loannis | |
| Agios Ioannes Monasthery | |
| Agios Mamas | |
| Agios Nicolaos | |
| Agios Theologos | |
| Chapel Panagia Ziniotissa | |
| Παναγία Ζηνιώτισσα | |
| παρεκκλήσι |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Greece
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What is the population of Kéfalos?
Kéfalos has a population of 2,329 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 150.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kéfalos?
Kéfalos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 26.6 inches.
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