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Monasterace, Italy
Calabria · Italy
Monasterace is a small town in Calabria, Italy with a population of 501. Elevation: 453 ft (138 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 501 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 453 ft (138 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.4532°, 16.5516° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Calabria |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.4 inches (848 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $15,374 |
About Monasterace
Monasterace is a small town in Italy (Calabria) with a population of 501. The city sits at an elevation of 453 feet (138 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Monasterace vs Italy
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Income
| Median HH Income | $15,374 |
| 80% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 14.2% |
| 294% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 38 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 331 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 453 ft (138 m) |
| Area | 44.5 sq mi (115.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4532°N, 16.5516°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 16.0 m (52 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1783 | MESSINA STRAITS | Eruption + Earthquake | 16.0 m | 1,500 | 84 km |
| 1908 | MESSINA STRAIT, IONIAN SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 13.0 m | 80,000 | 90 km |
| 2002 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | 10.9 m | — | 122 km |
| 1916 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Earthquake | 10.0 m | — | 122 km |
| 1930 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 2.5 m | 6 | 122 km |
| 1988 | LA FOSSA VOLCANO, VULCANO IS. | Meteorological | 2.0 m | — | 138 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 1.3 m | 1 | 122 km |
| 1905 | TYRRHENIAN CALABRIA | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 557 | 48 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | — | 122 km |
| 1919 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | 4 | 122 km |
| 2021 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.4 m | — | 122 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.3 m | — | 122 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.0 m | — | 122 km |
| 2024 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | — | — | 122 km |
| 1954 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | — | — | 122 km |
| 1944 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | — | — | 122 km |
| 1907 | IONIAN CALABRIA | Earthquake | — | 158 | 59 km |
| 1870 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 95 km |
| 1836 | ROSSANO | Earthquake | — | 589 | 128 km |
| 1784 | IONIAN CALABRIA | Earthquake | — | — | 20 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Stromboli (122 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Stromboli | Stratovolcano | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 2020 | 122 km |
| Panarea | Stratovolcano | 399 m (1,309 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
| Vulcano | Stratovolcano(es) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | 1890 | 139 km |
| Lipari | Stratovolcano(es) | 590 m (1,936 ft) | 1230 | 141 km |
| Etna | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,295 m (10,810 ft) | 2020 | 157 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 4.8 in |
Monasterace has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 48°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.0") and June the driest (0.5").
Radio Stations near Monasterace
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Gamma Gioiosa | local news, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Star 2000 | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Promoradio Network | adult contemporary, reggio calabria | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Eco Sud | molochio, pop | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Onda Verde | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Valentina | adult contemporary, news | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Monasterace
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antiquarium Civico/Museo Archeologico Statale | ||||
| Fabbrica D'armi di Mongiana | ||||
| Museo "Pietrarotta" | ||||
| Museo Antica Kaulon | ||||
| Museo d'arte contemporanea - AM International | ||||
| Museo dell'Eremo di Monte Stella | ||||
| Museo della Certosa | ||||
| Museo della Cultura mineraria | ||||
| Museo della memoria | ||||
| Museo delle arti e dei mestieri | ||||
| Museo delle reali ferriere borboniche | ||||
| Museo e conservatorio di musica popolare della Calabria | ||||
| MUSMIR Museo Multimediale Immersivo di Roccella Jonica | ||||
| Oggetti di civiltà contadina | ||||
| Pinacoteca Comunale |
Libraries in Monasterace
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Ada SaffoSapere | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca dei Cappuccini | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca dei Redentoristi | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca del Centro studi musica Sud | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca del Liceo scientifico Guarasci | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca don Bosco | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca per i diritti umani | 0.0 | |||||
| Palazzo Amaduri | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Monasterace
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercato Coperto |
Cafes in Monasterace
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Monasterace
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Monasterace
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Monasterace
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lamezia Terme Sant'Eufemia International Airport | SUF | Large Airport |
| Crotone Sant'Anna Pythagoras Airport | CRV | Medium Airport |
| Ali Calabria Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Beppe Rascaglia Flying Field | — | Small Airport |
| Franca Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Il Grifo Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Monasterace
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chiesa dell'Esaltazione della Santa Croce | |
| Chiesa di San Nicola |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Italy
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What is the population of Monasterace?
Monasterace has a population of 501 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 44.5 square miles.
Is Monasterace expensive to live in?
The median household income is $15,374, 80% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Monasterace?
Monasterace enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.4 inches.
How is the job market in Monasterace?
The job market in Monasterace faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 38 business establishments in the area.