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Melfi, Italy
Basilicate · Italy
Melfi is a small city in Basilicate, Italy with a population of 13,079. Elevation: 1,765 ft (538 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 13,079 |
| Population Density | 161 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,765 ft (538 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.9957°, 15.6558° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Basilicate |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.5 inches (825 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.8 inches (15 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $19,705 |
About Melfi
Melfi is a small city in Italy (Basilicate) with a population of 13,079. The city sits at an elevation of 1,765 feet (538 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Melfi vs Italy
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $19,705 |
| 74% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 11.6% |
| 222% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 981 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Melfi
Melfi has an average annual temperature of 15.1°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jul (26.5°C), the coldest is Jan (5.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 526 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.9°F |
| 9% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,765 ft (538 m) |
| Area | 81.4 sq mi (210.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 161/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.9957°N, 15.6558°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1631 | BAY OF NAPLES | Eruption | 5.0 m | 4,000 | 105 km |
| 1906 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Astronomical | 0.4 m | 350 | 105 km |
| 1805 | CAMPANIA | Earthquake | - | - | 114 km |
| 1731 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 3,600 | 58 km |
| 1627 | GARGANO PENINSULA | Earthquake | - | 5,000 | 86 km |
| 1562 | REGGIO DI CALABRIA | Earthquake | - | - | 57 km |
| 79 | BAY OF NAPLES | Eruption | - | 2,100 | 105 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vesuvius (105 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vesuvius | Stratovolcano | 1,281 m (4,203 ft) | 1944 | 105 km |
| Campi Flegrei | Caldera | 458 m (1,503 ft) | 1538 | 129 km |
| Ischia | Complex | 789 m (2,589 ft) | 1302 | 151 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 65°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 2.4 in |
Melfi has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 41°F in February to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.8") and July the driest (0.9").
Colleges & Universities in Melfi
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Istituto Tecnico Tecnologico"E. Majorana" | College | - | Visit → |
| Liceo Scientifico | College | - | , |
Schools in Melfi
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scuola elementare Cappuccini | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Melfi
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ritmo 80 | 80s | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio Irene | 00s, 70s | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Potenza Centrale | italian pop, pop | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Selene | adult contemporary, corato | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO TOUR | anni 70, anni 80 | AAC+ 192 kbps | |
| Radio Carina | adult contemporary, local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Ruoti | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Altamura Uno | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio New Sound | hits, musica italiana | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio TRC | cerignola, hot adult contemporary | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Melfi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C.E.R.A | ||||
| Casa natale di Carmine Crocco | ||||
| Casa natale S. Gerardo Maiella | ||||
| Casa-Museo dalla Civiltà Contadina | ||||
| M.A.V.I. | ||||
| Museo archeologico nazionale del melfese | ||||
| Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Muro Lucano | ||||
| Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Venosa | ||||
| Museo Civico "Palazzo Donadoni" | ||||
| Museo di Storia Naturale del Vulture | ||||
| Museo Diocesano | ||||
| Museo Diocesano | ||||
| Parco Archeologico dei Dauni |
Libraries in Melfi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Biomedica IRCCS CROB | 0.0 | |||||
| Palazzo Muscio-Messina | 0.0 |
Hotels in Melfi
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Melfi
13 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Melfi
13 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Melfi
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Melfi
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Melfi
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Melfi
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Melfi
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Melfi
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Melfi
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Melfi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Melfi
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Amendola Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Foggia Gino Lisa Airport | FOG | Medium Airport |
| Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport | QSR | Medium Airport |
| Ali sul Castello Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Altavillafly Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie Templare Paestum | - | Small Airport |
| Batfly Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Campo di volo S.Elia (Buccino) | - | Small Airport |
| Falcone Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fly and Go Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gargano Pilot Captain Saverio Tadesco Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Grumentum Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oasi da Peppe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pantano Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sky Ufita Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Melfi
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| MelfiPoste | |
| Poste Italiane | |
| Ufficio postale 51190 – Melfi 1 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Melfi
16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta | |
| Chiesa del Carmine | |
| Chiesa della Trasfigurazione di Nostro Signore | |
| Chiesa della Trasfigurazione di Nostro Signore e Convento (Cappuccini) | |
| Chiesa di San Teodoro | |
| Chiesa di Sant'Anna e Santa Maria del Suffragio | |
| Chiesa di Sant'Antonio | |
| Chiesa di Santa Maria ad Nives | |
| Chiesa rupestre di Santa Margherita | |
| Chiesa rupestre Madonna di Macera | |
| Ex Chiesa di San Nicola | |
| Parrocchia Sacro Cuore | |
| San Lorenzo | |
| San Rocco | |
| Sant'antonio | |
| Santa Lucia |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Italy
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Melfi
What is the population of Melfi?
Melfi has a population of 13,079 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 161 people per square mile, spread across 81.4 square miles.
Is Melfi expensive to live in?
The median household income is $19,705, 74% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Melfi?
Melfi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.5 inches, with 5.8 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Melfi?
The job market in Melfi faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 981 business establishments in the area.