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Melíssi, Greece

Central Macedonia · Greece

Melíssi is a small town in Central Macedonia, Greece with a population of 1,024. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,024 Population 4/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
23.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
$19,332 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
$19,332 median income

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About Melíssi

Melíssi

Axos is a village in the municipal unit Kyrros, Pella regional unit, Central Macedonia, Greece, 4 km from the city of Giannitsa and 52 km from Thessaloniki. The village is home to the football club Niki Axou. From Axos originates the footballer Marios Nikolaidis.

People

Population1,024
Density4/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$19,332

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain23.4 in/yr
Sunny Days321/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population1,024
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates40.7741°, 22.3530°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvinceCentral Macedonia
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation23.4 inches (593 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.3 inches (6 cm)
Median Household Income$19,332

About Melíssi

Melíssi is a small town in Greece (Central Macedonia) with a population of 1,024. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.

The median household income in Melíssi is $19,332, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 59 business establishments.

Income: Melíssi vs Greece

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Income

Median HH Income$19,332
74% below Greece avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)59

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Melíssi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 321 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 23.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.2°F
11% above Greece avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days321 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area241.1 sq mi (624.5 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates40.7741°N, 22.3530°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.4"
39% below Greece avg
Snowfall 2.3"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.09"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,325 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 16, 2025.

May 13, 1995 10 km W of Aianí, Greece M6.6 89 km
Mar 3, 2021 9 km W of Týrnavos, Greece M6.3 114 km
Dec 21, 1990 14 km WNW of Gouménissa, Greece M6.1 26 km
Sep 1, 1994 4 km S of Demir Hisar, North Macedonia M5.8 107 km
Mar 4, 2021 11 km E of Verdikoússa, Greece M5.8 112 km
Mar 12, 2021 8 km W of Elassóna, Greece M5.6 101 km
Jan 9, 2022 5 km NNW of Flórina, Greece M5.5 81 km
Mar 4, 2021 7 km S of Kraniá Elassónas, Greece M5.5 104 km
Mar 3, 2021 5 km WSW of Týrnavos, Greece M5.3 117 km
May 4, 1995 9 km NNW of Palaiochóri, Greece M5.3 109 km
May 24, 2009 11 km WNW of Stathmós Mourión, Greece M5.3 66 km
Sep 1, 1994 8 km NW of Kukure?ani, North Macedonia M5.2 101 km
Aug 22, 2014 12 km S of Kassándreia, Greece M5.2 131 km
Jul 17, 1995 7 km S of Siátista, Greece M5.2 95 km
May 17, 1995 17 km WSW of Aianí, Greece M5.2 97 km
Jun 1, 2019 12 km SW of Mborje, Albania M5.2 142 km
May 15, 1995 18 km NW of Deskáti, Greece M5.2 101 km
Jun 9, 2003 7 km E of Tsarítsani, Greece M5.2 98 km
Mar 3, 2021 11 km NNE of Grizáno, Greece M5.1 119 km
May 17, 1995 15 km SE of Grevená, Greece M5.1 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1932 NORTH AEGEAN Earthquake 2.0 m 161 134 km
1911 OCHRIDA LAKE Earthquake 131 km
1902 AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 5 76 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 1.2 in
February 43°F (6°C) 1.3 in
March 50°F (10°C) 1.5 in
April 58°F (14°C) 1.5 in
May 67°F (19°C) 1.8 in
June 75°F (24°C) 1.3 in
July 81°F (27°C) 1.1 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in Driest
September 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in
November 49°F (10°C) 2.1 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 1.7 in Coldest

Melíssi has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 41°F in December to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.1") and August the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Melíssi

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Πανόραμα 100.8 greek, mainstream MP3
Siera 105.3 greek pop, mainstream MP3 256 kbps
Αλέξανδρος 106.3 greek pop, mainstream MP3 192 kbps
Παύλειος Λόγος 90.2 orthodox christian MP3 96 kbps
Εκ Βαθέων orthodox christian, religion MP3 192 kbps
Time FM Gevgelija (MK) music MP3 128 kbps
Katerini Gas MP3 128 kbps
Musica Radio electro, indie MP3
True Story 102.8 news talk, pop MP3 320 kbps
ERT Florina 96.6 99.1 ert, public radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Melíssi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archaeological Museum of Ancient Pella
Archaeological Museum of Beroea
Archaeological Museum of Veria - External Exhibition
Gorgopi Folklore Collection
Ιστορικό και Λαογραφικό Μουσείο
Λαογραφικό Μουσείο Πέλλας
Μαυσωλείο του Γαζή Εβρενός

Libraries in Melíssi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Municipal Library of Platy0.0
Δημοτική βιβλιοθήκη Πολυκάστρου Δημήτριος Ε. Οικονόμου0.0
Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη Σκύδρας0.0

Gas Stations in Melíssi

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Stadiums & Teams in Melíssi

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Ski Resorts Near Melíssi

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Center Mihajlovo 0.0 $0

Airports Near Melíssi

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Thessaloniki Macedonia International AirportSKGLarge Airport
Kozani National Airport FilipposKZIMedium Airport
Agios Pavlos AirfieldSmall Airport
Alexandria (Gidas) AirfieldSmall Airport
Panagitsa AriportSmall Airport
Radnja AirstripSmall Airport
Sedes Air BaseSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Athens
Elevation
40 m (131 ft)

🇬🇷 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 Melíssi

What is the population of Melíssi?

Melíssi has a population of 1,024 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 241.1 square miles.

Is Melíssi expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,332, 74% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Melíssi?

Melíssi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.4 inches, with 2.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Melíssi?

There are 59 business establishments in the area.

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