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Kontakaíika, Greece
North Aegean · Greece
Kontakaíika is a small town in North Aegean, Greece with a population of 527. Elevation: 604 ft (184 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kontakaíika
Karlovasi is a town, a municipal unit, and a former municipality on the island of Samos, North Aegean, Greece. Since the 2019 local government reform it is part of the municipality West Samos, of which it is a municipal unit and the seat. It is located on the northwest side of the island and it is considered the commercial center of the island. According to the 2021 census, the population of the municipal unit was 10,220 inhabitants. Its land area is 100.330 km2. The municipal unit shares the island of Samos with the municipal units of Vathy, Pythagoreio, and Marathokampos.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 527 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 604 ft (184 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.8022°, 26.7447° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | North Aegean |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.7 inches (703 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $14,904 |
About Kontakaíika
Kontakaíika is a small town in Greece (North Aegean) with a population of 527. The city sits at an elevation of 604 feet (184 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Kontakaíika vs Greece
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Income
| Median HH Income | $14,904 |
| 80% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 31 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Kontakaíika
Kontakaíika has an average annual temperature of 18.7°C (66°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.6°C), the coldest is Jan (10.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 689 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.8°F |
| 13% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 604 ft (184 m) |
| Area | 44.8 sq mi (116.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.8022°N, 26.7447°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 20.0 m (66 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1956 | CYCLADES | Eruption + Earthquake | 20.0 m | 56 | 145 km |
| 2020 | AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | 5.3 m | 118 | 11 km |
| 1949 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 7 | 104 km |
| 2017 | GULF OF GÖKOVA | Earthquake | 1.9 m | 2 | 114 km |
| 1968 | ISLAND OF KOS | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.2 m | — | 144 km |
| 2017 | LESBOS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 1 | 130 km |
| 1856 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | — | — | 89 km |
| 1668 | SMYRNA, W. TURKEY | Earthquake | — | — | 73 km |
| 1389 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | — | 2 | 77 km |
| 558 | DODECANESE ISLANDS | Earthquake | — | — | 115 km |
| 554 | ISLAND OF KOS | Earthquake | — | — | 122 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nisyros (140 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nisyros | Stratovolcano | 698 m (2,290 ft) | 1888 | 140 km |
| Kula | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 178 km |
| Santorini | Shield(s) | 367 m (1,204 ft) | 1950 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 5.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
Kontakaíika has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 46°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near Kontakaíika
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ράδιο Σάμος 102 | greek music, news talk | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Αρμονία 103.2 | greek music, local news | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Μεσόγειος 105.4 | music, news talk | MP3 | |
| Θάλασσα και Παράδοση | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Anemos 95.6 | greek pop, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Kontakaíika
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Archaeological Museum of Vathy | ||||
| Karlovasi Folklore Museum | ||||
| Museum of tanning | ||||
| Natural History Museum of the Aegean | ||||
| Paschaleio Archaeoplakion | ||||
| Samos Wine Museum | ||||
| Tower Lycurgus Logothetis Museum |
Libraries in Kontakaíika
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη | 0.0 | |||||
| Πανεπιστημιακή Βιβλιοθήκη "Χατζηγιάννειον" | 0.0 |
Hotels in Kontakaíika
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kontakaíika
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kontakaíika
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Adnan Menderes International Airport | ADB | Large Airport |
| Chios Island National Airport | JKH | Medium Airport |
| Çiğli Airbase | IGL | Medium Airport |
| Samos Airport | SMI | Medium Airport |
| Alaçatı Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gaziemir Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Ikaria Airport | JIK | Small Airport |
| Kaklıç Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Leros Airport | LRS | Small Airport |
| Selçuk Efes Airport | IZM | Small Airport |
| Yıldızlar Sportif Havaalanı | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kontakaíika
31 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Agh Panteleimonas | |
| Aghia Irini | |
| Agia Aikaterini | |
| Agia Triada | |
| Agios Alexandros | |
| Agios Dimitrios | |
| Agios Domitrios | |
| Agios Georgios | |
| Agios Ilias | |
| Agios Ioannis | |
| Agios Ioannis prodromos | |
| Agios Nikolaos | |
| Agios Nikolaou | |
| Agios Paisiou | |
| Agios Panteleimonas | |
| Agios Prodromos | |
| Agios Raphael | |
| Assumption of the Virgin | |
| Eisodia Theotokou Leprokomeio | |
| Kapelle |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Kontakaíika
What is the population of Kontakaíika?
Kontakaíika has a population of 527 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 44.8 square miles.
Is Kontakaíika expensive to live in?
The median household income is $14,904, 80% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Kontakaíika?
Kontakaíika enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.7 inches.
How is the job market in Kontakaíika?
There are 31 business establishments in the area.