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Montalbano Elicona, Italy
Sicily · Italy
Montalbano Elicona is a small town in Sicily, Italy with a population of 1,454. Elevation: 3,018 ft (920 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Montalbano Elicona
Montalbano Elicona is a comune (municipality) in the Metropolitan City of Messina in the Italian region Sicily, located about 150 kilometres (93 mi) east of Palermo and about 50 kilometres (31 mi) southwest of Messina on the Nebrodi mountains at the border with the Peloritani range. It is one of I Borghi più belli d'Italia.
People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 1,454 |
| Population Density | 52 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,018 ft (920 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.0236°, 15.0139° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Sicily |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.1 inches (1,018 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 37.2 inches (94 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $14,610 |
About Montalbano Elicona
Montalbano Elicona is a small town in Italy (Sicily) with a population of 1,454. The city sits at an elevation of 3,018 feet (920 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Montalbano Elicona vs Italy
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Income
| Median HH Income | $14,610 |
| 81% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 15.0% |
| 317% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 109 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.4°F |
| 4% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 328 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,018 ft (920 m) |
| Area | 27.8 sq mi (72.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 52/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.0236°N, 15.0139°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 | 58 km |
| 1908 | MESSINA STRAIT, IONIAN SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 13.0 m | 80,000 | 52 km |
| 1693 | ISLAND OF SICILY | Earthquake | 12.0 m | 54,000 | 99 km |
| 2002 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | 10.9 m | — | 87 km |
| 1916 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Earthquake | 10.0 m | — | 90 km |
| 1930 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 2.5 m | 6 | 87 km |
| 1988 | LA FOSSA VOLCANO, VULCANO IS. | Meteorological | 2.0 m | — | 42 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 1.3 m | 1 | 87 km |
| 1905 | TYRRHENIAN CALABRIA | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 557 | 117 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | — | 87 km |
| 1919 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | 4 | 87 km |
| 2021 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.4 m | — | 87 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.3 m | — | 87 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.0 m | — | 87 km |
| 2024 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | — | — | 87 km |
| 1990 | EASTERN SICILY | Earthquake | — | 19 | 89 km |
| 1954 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | — | — | 87 km |
| 1944 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | — | — | 87 km |
| 1907 | IONIAN CALABRIA | Earthquake | — | 158 | 89 km |
| 1818 | EASTERN SICILY | Earthquake | — | 72 | 48 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Etna (31 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Etna | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,295 m (10,810 ft) | 2020 | 31 km |
| Vulcano | Stratovolcano(es) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | 1890 | 43 km |
| Lipari | Stratovolcano(es) | 590 m (1,936 ft) | 1230 | 52 km |
| Panarea | Stratovolcano | 399 m (1,309 ft) | Unknown | 69 km |
| Stromboli | Stratovolcano | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 2020 | 87 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 51°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
Montalbano Elicona has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 42°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.7") and June the driest (0.4").
Schools in Montalbano Elicona
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scuola secondaria di primo grado "Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli" | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Montalbano Elicona
11 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Flash | adult contemporary, pop | MP3 | |
| Radio Amore Blu | — | MP3 | |
| Radio Etna Espresso | acireale, pop | MP3 | |
| Radio Taormina | classic hits, hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Stereo Sant'Agata | pop, sant'agata di militello | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Dimensione Radio | milazzo, pop | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Milazzo | adult contemporary, milazzo | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RadioReload.it | contemporary, dance | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Studio 5 | atessa, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Empire | furci siculo, news | MP3 | |
| Radio Splash | dance, milazzo | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in Montalbano Elicona
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antiquarium Archeologico | ||||
| Antiquarium Comunale | ||||
| Antiquarium della Villa Romana di Patti Marina | ||||
| Antiquarium Museo Archeologico | ||||
| Galleria Normanna | ||||
| MuMa | ||||
| Museo archeologico "Santi Furnari" | ||||
| Museo Archeologico Paolo Vagliasindi | ||||
| Museo Civico di Scienze Naturali Angelo Priolo | ||||
| Museo civico Salvo Nibali | ||||
| Museo comunale | ||||
| Museo d'Arte Sacra | ||||
| Museo dei Vangeli | ||||
| Museo del carretto siciliano | ||||
| Museo delle Ceramiche Pattesi | ||||
| Museo di Arte Sacra | ||||
| Museo di Scultura all'Aperto | ||||
| Museo Diocesano | ||||
| Museo Epicentro | ||||
| Museo Etno-fotografico "Franchina Letizia" | ||||
| Museo Etnoantropologico e Naturalistico "Domenico Ryolo" | ||||
| Museo etnostorico "Nello Cassata" | ||||
| Museo siciliano del viaggio | ||||
| Palazzo Livoti | ||||
| Spazio espositivo rotabili storici |
Libraries in Montalbano Elicona
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archivio Storico Capitolare “Arca Magna” | 0.0 | |||||
| Archivio Storico Diocesano | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibbioteca comunale Oasi | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibilioteca comunale Famiglia Nobile Ceraolo Pisani | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale "Aldo G. Genta" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale "Helle Busacca" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunale Antonino Gullo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Divus Thomas del Seminario Vescovile | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Luigi Pirandello | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Parrocchiale Arc. Carmelo Apostolato | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Montalbano Elicona
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercato Semiaperto Bronte | |||||
| Mercato settimanale di Maletto |
Hotels in Montalbano Elicona
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Montalbano Elicona
7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Montalbano Elicona
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Montalbano Elicona
2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Montalbano Elicona
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Montalbano Elicona
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cannistrà Beer Service | ||||
| Epica |
Stadiums & Teams in Montalbano Elicona
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Montalbano Elicona
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Catania-Fontanarossa Airport | CTA | Large Airport |
| Reggio Calabria Airport | REG | Medium Airport |
| Sigonella Navy Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Ala Jonica Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie Maletto Fly | — | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie Minotaurus e Medusa | — | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie Ramacca | — | Small Airport |
| Calatabiano (Aviosuperficie Angelo D'Arrigo) | — | Small Airport |
| Campo di Volo Aidone (cugno) | — | Small Airport |
| Campo di Volo Capo d'Orlando | — | Small Airport |
| Eagles Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Montalbano Elicona
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Braidi | |
| Montalbano Elicona |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Montalbano Elicona
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Basilica Maria Santissima Assunta | |
| Chiesa dello Spirto Santo | |
| Chiesa di San Sebastiano | |
| chiesa di Sant'Antonio | |
| Chiesa di Santa Caterina | |
| Santuario di Maria Santissima della Provvidenza |
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Public Holidays in Italy
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Montalbano Elicona
What is the population of Montalbano Elicona?
Montalbano Elicona has a population of 1,454 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 52 people per square mile, spread across 27.8 square miles.
Is Montalbano Elicona expensive to live in?
The median household income is $14,610, 81% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Montalbano Elicona?
Montalbano Elicona enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.1 inches, with 37.2 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Montalbano Elicona?
The job market in Montalbano Elicona faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 109 business establishments in the area.