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Melissa, Italy

Calabria · Italy

Melissa is a small town in Calabria, Italy with a population of 1,334. Elevation: 840 ft (256 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

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1,334 Population 63/sq mi density
840 ft Elevation 256 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
27.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Rome Timezone
$13,622 Median Income
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Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$13,622 median income, 14.3% unemployment

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About Melissa

Melissa

Melissa is a comune in the province of Crotone, in Calabria. The village Melissa is situated in the mountainous inland, while the frazione of Torre Melissa is on the Ionian Sea coast. The Melissa DOC is a Calabrian wine region.

People

Population1,334
Density63/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$13,622
Unemployment14.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain27.3 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation840 ft (256 m)
Population1,334
Population Density63 / sq mi
Elevation840 ft (256 m)
Coordinates39.3095°, 17.0297°
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Country🇮🇹 Italy
State / ProvinceCalabria
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation27.3 inches (693 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$13,622

About Melissa

Melissa is a small town in Italy (Calabria) with a population of 1,334. The city sits at an elevation of 840 feet (256 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.

The median household income in Melissa is $13,622, which is 82% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 100 business establishments.

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Income

Median HH Income$13,622
82% below Italy avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.3%
297% above Italy avg
Establishments (County)100

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Melissa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 286 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 27.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 840 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.3°F
15% above Italy avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Geography

Elevation840 ft (256 m)
Area21.1 sq mi (54.8 km²)
Population Density63/sq mi
Coordinates39.3095°N, 17.0297°W
TimezoneEurope/Rome

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.3"
28% below Italy avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.45"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

432 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 18, 2025.

Sep 9, 1998 2 km NNE of Castelluccio Superiore, Italy M5.6 121 km
Apr 17, 2002 12 km NNE of Mirto, Italy M5.3 46 km
Dec 14, 1990 50 km WSW of Cittadella del Capo, Italy M5.3 144 km
Oct 25, 2012 2 km SE of Mormanno, Italy M5.3 108 km
May 1, 2023 33 km WSW of Cittadella del Capo, Italy M5.2 131 km
May 17, 2001 43 km NW of Santa Domenica, Italy M5.2 136 km
Mar 21, 1994 29 km WSW of Scalea, Italy M5.1 143 km
Aug 1, 2024 2 km S of Bocchigliero, Italy M5.1 26 km
Oct 16, 2012 21 km WSW of Scalea, Italy M4.9 136 km
Feb 24, 2020 2 km E of San Vincenzo la Costa, Italy M4.8 74 km
Oct 12, 1994 29 km S of Marina di Camerota, Italy M4.8 149 km
Apr 5, 2014 18 km SE of Capo Rizzuto, Italy M4.8 61 km
Feb 25, 1996 22 km NW of Santa Domenica, Italy M4.8 129 km
Aug 19, 2021 31 km WSW of Amantea, Italy M4.8 116 km
Mar 30, 2000 7 km SSW of Cittadella del Capo, Italy M4.6 105 km
Mar 1, 2024 21 km W of San Nicola Arcella, Italy M4.6 141 km
Apr 27, 1996 10 km NE of Fabrizio, Italy M4.6 55 km
May 28, 2012 2 km NW of Morano Calabro, Italy M4.6 99 km
Sep 9, 2019 38 km WSW of Cittadella del Capo, Italy M4.5 133 km
Aug 11, 2017 21 km WSW of Scarcelli, Italy M4.5 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.3 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1905 TYRRHENIAN CALABRIA Earthquake 1.3 m 557 109 km
1870 TYRRHENIAN SEA Earthquake 65 km
1836 ROSSANO Earthquake 589 49 km
1784 IONIAN CALABRIA Earthquake 123 km
1783 TYRRHENIAN CALABRIA Earthquake 30,000 145 km
1783 TYRRHENIAN CALABRIA Earthquake 87 km
1783 TYRRHENIAN CALABRIA Earthquake 76 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Stromboli (167 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Stromboli Stratovolcano 924 m (3,031 ft) 2020 167 km
Panarea Stratovolcano 399 m (1,309 ft) Unknown 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
March 53°F (11°C) 3.0 in
April 57°F (14°C) 1.7 in
May 65°F (18°C) 1.0 in
June 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
July 78°F (26°C) 0.3 in Driest
August 78°F (26°C) 0.9 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 1.5 in
October 65°F (18°C) 4.5 in Wettest
November 57°F (14°C) 3.9 in
December 51°F (11°C) 4.3 in

Melissa has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 50°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.5") and July the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near Melissa

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Calabria corigliano calabro, folk music MP3 128 kbps
Radio CRT MP3 192 kbps
Radio Movida Crotone pop MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Melissa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MACK - Museo d'Arte Contemporanea Krotone
Museo Archeologico - Centro Documentazione e Studi Sui Castelli
Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Crotone
Museo Civico Archeologico
Museo Civico Archeologico Akerentia
Museo della civiltà contadina
Museo della civiltà contadina
Museo delle attività contadine tra presente e passato
Museo di Pitagora
Museo Diocesano
Museo Melissa Palopoli
Muzé
Vites- Museo vinicolo Librandi

Libraries in Melissa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Palazzo Ducale - Sala Biblioteca0.0

Farmers Markets in Melissa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmer Market
Mercato dei Portici "La Piazzetta"
Mercato Rionale

Stadiums & Teams in Melissa

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Melissa

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Crotone Sant'Anna Pythagoras AirportCRVMedium Airport
Franca AirfieldSmall Airport
Sibari Fly AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Melissa

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Poste Italiane

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Rome

🇮🇹 About Italy

Capital Rome
Population 60,431,283
Area 301,230 km²
GDP (USD) $2,316,727,999,333
GDP per capita $39,277
HDI 0.906
Life expectancy 83.7 years
Internet users 87.0%
Urban population 69.5%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages Italian, Catalan
Calling code +39
TLD .it
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Italy

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Capodanno
Jan 6 Epiphany Epifania
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Pasqua
Apr 6 Easter Monday Lunedì dell'Angelo
Apr 25 Liberation Day Festa della Liberazione
May 1 International Workers Day Festa del Lavoro
May 25 Whit Monday Lunedì di Pentecoste
Jun 2 Republic Day Festa della Repubblica
Aug 15 Assumption Day Ferragosto o Assunzione
Oct 4 St. Francis of Assisi's Day San Francesco d'Assisi
Nov 1 All Saints Day Tutti i santi
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Immacolata Concezione
Dec 25 Christmas Day Natale
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Santo Stefano

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Frequently Asked Questions About Melissa

What is the population of Melissa?

Melissa has a population of 1,334 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 63 people per square mile, spread across 21.1 square miles.

Is Melissa expensive to live in?

The median household income is $13,622, 82% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Melissa?

Melissa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 50°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 27.3 inches.

How is the job market in Melissa?

The job market in Melissa faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 100 business establishments in the area.

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