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Kolokynthoú, Greece

West Macedonia · Greece

Kolokynthoú is a small town in West Macedonia, Greece with a population of 744. Elevation: 2,188 ft (667 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

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C+ Fair
744 Population 34/sq mi density
2,188 ft Elevation 667 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
30.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
$17,064 Median Income
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2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$17,064 median income

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About Kolokynthoú

Kolokythou is a village in Kastoria Regional Unit, Macedonia, Greece. It is part of the community of Mesopotamia.

People

Population744
Density34/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$17,064

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain30.2 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation2,188 ft (667 m)
Population744
Population Density34 / sq mi
Elevation2,188 ft (667 m)
Coordinates40.5050°, 21.2111°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvinceWest Macedonia
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation30.2 inches (767 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.8 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$17,064

About Kolokynthoú

Kolokynthoú is a small town in Greece (West Macedonia) with a population of 744. The city sits at an elevation of 2,188 feet (667 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.

The median household income in Kolokynthoú is $17,064, which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 43 business establishments.

Income: Kolokynthoú vs Greece

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Income

Median HH Income$17,064
77% below Greece avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)43

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Kolokynthoú experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 281 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 30.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,188 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below Greece avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,188 ft (667 m)
Area22.1 sq mi (57.3 km²)
Population Density34/sq mi
Coordinates40.5050°N, 21.2111°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.2"
21% below Greece avg
Snowfall 2.8"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.74"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3,677 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 22, 2025.

May 13, 1995 10 km W of Aianí, Greece M6.6 57 km
Mar 3, 2021 9 km W of Týrnavos, Greece M6.3 117 km
Dec 21, 1990 14 km WNW of Gouménissa, Greece M6.1 107 km
Mar 4, 2021 11 km E of Verdikoússa, Greece M5.8 111 km
Sep 1, 1994 4 km S of Demir Hisar, North Macedonia M5.8 75 km
Mar 21, 2020 14 km NNE of Kanaláki, Greece M5.7 137 km
Mar 12, 2021 8 km W of Elassóna, Greece M5.6 101 km
Mar 4, 2021 7 km S of Kraniá Elassónas, Greece M5.5 95 km
Oct 15, 2016 7 km WSW of Asprángeloi, Greece M5.5 91 km
Sep 6, 2009 12 km WSW of Debar, North Macedonia M5.5 129 km
Jan 9, 2022 5 km NNW of Flórina, Greece M5.5 39 km
May 16, 1997 10 km SE of Elbasan, Albania M5.4 107 km
Jul 26, 1996 Greece-Albania border region M5.3 67 km
Mar 3, 2021 5 km WSW of Týrnavos, Greece M5.3 122 km
Jun 13, 1993 11 km NE of Párga, Greece M5.3 141 km
May 15, 1995 18 km NW of Deskáti, Greece M5.2 65 km
Sep 1, 1994 8 km NW of Kukure?ani, North Macedonia M5.2 72 km
Dec 24, 1993 8 km NE of Himarë, Albania M5.2 125 km
Jun 1, 2019 12 km SW of Mborje, Albania M5.2 43 km
Oct 16, 2016 8 km SSW of Kalpáki, Greece M5.2 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1911 OCHRIDA LAKE Earthquake 56 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

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

Kolokynthoú 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").

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Schools in Kolokynthoú

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Δημοτικό Σχολείο Κολοκυνθούς
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Radio Stations near Kolokynthoú

13 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
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 Kolokynthoú

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual 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 Kolokynthoú

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Library0.0
Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη Άργους Ορεστικού0.0
Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη Καστοριάς «Αθανάσιος Χριστόπουλος»0.0

Farmers Markets in Kolokynthoú

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kastoria Producers Market

Gas Stations in Kolokynthoú

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GR #1974516432
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Stadiums & Teams in Kolokynthoú

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Ski Resorts Near Kolokynthoú

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Vasilitsa national ski centre 0.0 $0

Airports Near Kolokynthoú

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle AirportOHDLarge Airport
Kozani National Airport FilipposKZIMedium Airport
Eordaea AirfieldSmall Airport
Florina AirfieldSmall Airport
Kastoria National Airport AristotleKSOSmall Airport
Logovardi Sport AerodromeSmall Airport
Panagitsa AriportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kolokynthoú

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Nicholas Monastery
Αγία Τριάδα
Άγιος Νικόλαος
Προφήτης Ηλίας

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Athens

🇬🇷 About Greece

Capital Athens
Population 10,727,668
Area 131,940 km²
GDP (USD) $242,946,187,738
GDP per capita $23,344
HDI 0.893
Life expectancy 81.5 years
Internet users 85.0%
Urban population 78.8%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages Greek
Calling code +30
TLD .gr
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Greece

15 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Πρωτοχρονιά
Jan 6 Epiphany Θεοφάνεια
Feb 23 Clean Monday Καθαρά Δευτέρα
Mar 25 Annunciation Ευαγγελισμός της Θεοτόκου
Mar 25 Independence Day Εικοστή Πέμπτη Μαρτίου
Apr 10 Good Friday Μεγάλη Παρασκευή
Apr 12 Easter Sunday Κυριακή του Πάσχα
Apr 13 Easter Monday Δευτέρα του Πάσχα
May 1 Labour Day Εργατική Πρωτομαγιά
May 31 Pentecost Πεντηκοστή
Jun 1 Whit Monday Δευτέρα Πεντηκοστής
Aug 15 Assumption Day Κοίμηση της Θεοτόκου
Oct 28 Ochi Day Το Όχι
Dec 25 Christmas Day Χριστούγεννα
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Σύναξις Υπεραγίας Θεοτόκου Μαρίας

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kolokynthoú

What is the population of Kolokynthoú?

Kolokynthoú has a population of 744 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 22.1 square miles.

Is Kolokynthoú 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 Kolokynthoú?

Kolokynthoú 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 Kolokynthoú?

There are 43 business establishments in the area.

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