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Kréstena, Greece
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Kréstena is a small town in West Greece, Greece with a population of 1,864. Elevation: 256 ft (78 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kréstena
Skillounta is a former municipality in Elis, West Greece, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform it is part of the municipality Andritsaina-Krestena, of which it is a municipal unit. The municipal unit has an area of 194.409 km2. It is named after the ancient town Scillus, which was in the area. Its seat of administration was in the town Krestena. The territory of the municipal unit Skillounta stretches from the plains on the Ionian Sea coast to the forested mountains of southeastern Elis. The river Alfeios forms its northern border. Krestena is 6 km south of Olympia, 12 km north of Zacharo and 18 km southeast of Pyrgos. The Greek National Road 9/E55 passes through Kallikomo in the western part of Skillounta, and the Greek National Road 76 to Andritsaina and Megalopoli runs west to east through Krestena and Graikas.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 1,864 |
| Population Density | 4,546 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 256 ft (78 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.5919°, 21.6203° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | West Greece |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.0 inches (762 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $17,280 |
About Kréstena
Kréstena is a small town in Greece (West Greece) with a population of 1,864. The city sits at an elevation of 256 feet (78 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Kréstena vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $17,280 |
| 77% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 108 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.4°F |
| 14% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 256 ft (78 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,546/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.5919°N, 21.6203°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1963 | CORINTH GULF | Meteorological | 6.0 m | 2 | 87 km |
| 1867 | PELOPONNESUS, GREECE | Earthquake | 6.0 m | - | 142 km |
| 1817 | CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF | Earthquake | 5.0 m | - | 89 km |
| 1965 | NORTH CORINTH GULF | Eruption + Earthquake | 3.0 m | 2 | 120 km |
| 1861 | CORINTH GULF | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.1 m | - | 85 km |
| 2008 | SW. CORINTH GULF | Unknown | 2.0 m | - | 85 km |
| 1996 | W. CORINTH GULF | Meteorological | 2.0 m | - | 95 km |
| 2018 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | - | 94 km |
| 1995 | GULF OF CORINTH: AIYION | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | 26 | 107 km |
| 1981 | ATHENS-EASTERN GULF OF CORINTH | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 22 | 135 km |
| 1953 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 106 km |
| 1948 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 7 | 148 km |
| 1947 | PELOPONNESUS, GREECE | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | 3 | 91 km |
| 1899 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 40 km |
| 1928 | CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 20 | 129 km |
| 1898 | IONIAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.4 m | - | 57 km |
| 2015 | IONIAN SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 149 km |
| 2018 | ISLAND OF ZAKYNTHOS | Meteorological | - | - | 93 km |
| 1992 | CORINTH GULF | Earthquake | - | - | 121 km |
| 1984 | CORINTHOS GULF, GREECE | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 91 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Methana (151 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Methana | Lava dome(s) | 760 m (2,493 ft) | -258 | 151 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 5.3 in | |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
Kréstena has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 48°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Kréstena
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ΕΠΑΛ Κρεστένων | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kréstena
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio A13 | greek folk music, greek traditional | MP3 | |
| Greca 99.4 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Λαϊκός 107.1 | greek folk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Energy 94.2 | greek pop, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Greca Fm 99,4 | pop, top 40 | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Kréstena
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Otto Szymiczek" Conference Center, 110 seats - The Historical Archive of ATHENS 2004 | ||||
| Archaelogical Museum of Olympia | ||||
| Archaelogical Museum of Pyrgos | ||||
| Archimedes' Museum | ||||
| Folklore Museum of Nea Figaleia | ||||
| Museum of the History of the Exacavations in Olympia | ||||
| Museum of the History of the Olympic Games in Antiquity | ||||
| Neda Physicogeographical Geological Museum | ||||
| Λαογραφικό Μουσείο Λαμπετίου |
Libraries in Kréstena
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη Πύργου | 0.0 |
Gas Stations in Kréstena
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kréstena
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Kréstena
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kalavrita Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Kréstena
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Andravida Air Base | PYR | Medium Airport |
| Kalamata Airport | KLX | Medium Airport |
| Patras Araxos Agamemnon Airport | GPA | Medium Airport |
| Zakynthos International Airport Dionysios Solomos | ZTH | Medium Airport |
| Epitalion Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Triodos Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kréstena
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Saint Pantaleon | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Kréstena?
Kréstena has a population of 1,864 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 4,546 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.
Is Kréstena expensive to live in?
The median household income is $17,280, 77% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Kréstena?
Kréstena enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.0 inches.
How is the job market in Kréstena?
There are 108 business establishments in the area.