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Méga Pistó, Greece

East Macedonia and Thrace · Greece

Méga Pistó is a small town in East Macedonia and Thrace, Greece with a population of 967. Elevation: 335 ft (102 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
967 Population 7/sq mi density
335 ft Elevation 102 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
21.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
$15,768 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$15,768 median income

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About Méga Pistó

Méga Pistó

Sostis is a village and a former municipality in the Rhodope regional unit, East Macedonia and Thrace, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform it is part of the municipality Iasmos, of which it is a municipal unit. The municipal unit has an area of 229.190 km2. The population was 5,521 in 2021.

People

Population967
Density7/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$15,768

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain21.8 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation335 ft (102 m)
Population967
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation335 ft (102 m)
Coordinates41.1471°, 25.3011°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvinceEast Macedonia and Thrace
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation21.8 inches (554 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$15,768

About Méga Pistó

Méga Pistó is a small town in Greece (East Macedonia and Thrace) with a population of 967. The city sits at an elevation of 335 feet (102 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.

The median household income in Méga Pistó is $15,768, which is 79% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 56 business establishments.

Income: Méga Pistó vs Greece

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Income

Median HH Income$15,768
79% below Greece avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)56

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Méga Pistó enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 296 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 21.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 335 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average57.4°F
6% above Greece avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation335 ft (102 m)
Area148.8 sq mi (385.4 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates41.1471°N, 25.3011°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.8"
43% below Greece avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.03"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,018 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 12, 2025.

May 24, 2014 21 km SSW of Kamariótissa, Greece M6.9 96 km
Jul 6, 2003 28 km NNE of Gökçeada, Turkey M5.7 99 km
Jan 16, 2022 25 km SSE of Karyes, Greece M5.5 146 km
Jun 7, 2025 6 km WNW of Karyes, Greece M5.4 136 km
Jul 6, 2003 30 km NE of Gökçeada, Turkey M5.3 107 km
Jun 15, 2004 26 km N of Gökçeada, Turkey M5.2 92 km
May 25, 2014 Western Turkey M4.9 107 km
Sep 4, 2014 29 km NNW of Mýrina, Greece M4.9 121 km
Feb 15, 2025 12 km E of Ouranoupolis, Greece M4.9 133 km
Oct 12, 1991 22 km W of Gökçeada, Turkey M4.8 109 km
Sep 9, 1999 10 km NW of Gökçeada, Turkey M4.8 108 km
Jul 9, 2003 17 km N of Gökçeada, Turkey M4.8 103 km
Sep 22, 2024 10 km NNE of Karyes, Greece M4.8 123 km
Jul 24, 2015 13 km NW of Eceabat, Turkey M4.8 126 km
Apr 5, 2002 4 km NE of Asenovgrad, Bulgaria M4.7 104 km
Dec 11, 1998 7 km NW of Chirpan, Bulgaria M4.7 123 km
May 3, 1995 11 km N of Palaiochóri, Greece M4.7 150 km
Feb 20, 2006 16 km ENE of Kardzhali, Bulgaria M4.6 66 km
Jun 7, 2023 Bulgaria M4.6 107 km
May 3, 1995 10 km NNE of Palaiochóri, Greece M4.6 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1905 NORTH AEGEAN SEA Eruption + Earthquake 3.0 m 11 130 km
1932 NORTH AEGEAN Earthquake 2.0 m 161 138 km
1893 SAMOTHRACE Earthquake 1.0 m 1 74 km
2014 NORTH AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 0.2 m 3 96 km
1585 NORTH AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 125 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 42°F (5°C) 2.0 in
March 47°F (8°C) 2.0 in
April 55°F (13°C) 1.7 in
May 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in
June 72°F (22°C) 1.6 in
July 76°F (24°C) 1.1 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.7 in Driest
September 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in
October 59°F (15°C) 2.0 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.0 in Wettest

Méga Pistó has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 40°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.0") and August the driest (0.7").

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Radio Stations near Méga Pistó

22 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Γλέντι 101.1 folk, greek MP3 160 kbps
Xanthi Dee Jay 94.6 electronic, hiphop MP3 160 kbps
Ιερά Μητρόπολη Ξάνθης orthodox christian, religion MP3 256 kbps
Όμορφη Πόλη 89.9 greek music, news MP3 256 kbps
Ροδόπη 95.5 greek pop MP3 128 kbps
Χρόνος 87.5 news talk, pop MP3
Ρυθμός 106 greek, mainstream MP3 160 kbps
Ρυθμός Κομοτηνής 103.1 greek pop, mainstream MP3
DIAVLOS FM 99.2 MP3 128 kbps
Παρατηρητής 94 music, talk MP3 128 kbps
Ερωτικός 103 greek music MP3 160 kbps
Sky 99.2 greek, mainstream MP3 192 kbps
Sky 100.7 greek pop, mainstream MP3 192 kbps
ERT Komotini 98.1 91.2 ert, public radio MP3 256 kbps
Underground GR student radio MP3 320 kbps
Glenti FM greek music MP3 160 kbps
Kral 100 pop MP3 160 kbps
Radio Play 91.5 Fm Stereo (Gr Xanthi) MP3 128 kbps
Goal 105.1 pop, sports news MP3 160 kbps
Virus 105.5 greek pop, mainstream MP3 160 kbps
Sky FM 99,7 MP3 128 kbps
Sky 91.3 greek, mainstream MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Méga Pistó

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archæological Museum
Byzantine Museum
Carathéodory Museum
Caratheodory museum
City Museum
Ecclesiastical Museum
Folk Museum
Folklore Museum of Xylagani
Military Museum
Nymfaia WW2 Bunker Military Museum
Tavaniotis Mansion
Thracian Museum of Education
Μουσείο Καλαθοπλεκτικής των Ρωμά
Παραδοσιακός οικισμός Σαρακατσαναίων
Етнографски музей
Исторически музей
Музей "Килийно училище"
Музей на пощите и съобщенията

Libraries in Méga Pistó

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Central Library0.0
Library of the New Mosque0.0

Farmers Markets in Méga Pistó

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Δημοτική Αγορά Κομοτηνής

Cafes in Méga Pistó

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kafe Amca

Gas Stations in Méga Pistó

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CYCLON
EKO
REVOIL
SHELL

Stadiums & Teams in Méga Pistó

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Méga Pistó

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Pamporovo 0.0 $0
Chepelare 0.0 $0

Airports Near Méga Pistó

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kavala Alexander the Great International AirportKVALarge Airport
Alexandroupoli Democritus AirportAXDMedium Airport
Komotini AirfieldSmall Airport
Malevo AirfieldSmall Airport
Xanthi AeroclubSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Méga Pistó

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Moni Osiou Maksimou tou Kafsokalybi

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Athens
Elevation
62 m (203 ft)
Postal Code
69200

🇬🇷 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 Méga Pistó

What is the population of Méga Pistó?

Méga Pistó has a population of 967 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 148.8 square miles.

Is Méga Pistó expensive to live in?

The median household income is $15,768, 79% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Méga Pistó?

Méga Pistó enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.8 inches.

How is the job market in Méga Pistó?

There are 56 business establishments in the area.

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