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Motta d'Affermo, Italy
Sicily · Italy
Motta d'Affermo is a small town in Sicily, Italy with a population of 619. Elevation: 2,165 ft (660 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 619 |
| Population Density | 72 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,165 ft (660 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.9810°, 14.3034° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Sicily |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.3 inches (540 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $15,461 |
About Motta d'Affermo
Motta d'Affermo is a small town in Italy (Sicily) with a population of 619. The city sits at an elevation of 2,165 feet (660 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Motta d'Affermo vs Italy
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Income
| Median HH Income | $15,461 |
| 79% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 15.2% |
| 322% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 46 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.7°F |
| 7% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 297 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,165 ft (660 m) |
| Area | 8.6 sq mi (22.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 72/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.9810°N, 14.3034°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 | 119 km |
| 1908 | MESSINA STRAIT, IONIAN SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 13.0 m | 80,000 | 114 km |
| 1693 | ISLAND OF SICILY | Earthquake | 12.0 m | 54,000 | 113 km |
| 2002 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | 10.9 m | — | 120 km |
| 1916 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Earthquake | 10.0 m | — | 123 km |
| 1930 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 2.5 m | 6 | 120 km |
| 1988 | LA FOSSA VOLCANO, VULCANO IS. | Meteorological | 2.0 m | — | 74 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 1.3 m | 1 | 120 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | — | 120 km |
| 1919 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | 4 | 120 km |
| 2021 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.4 m | — | 120 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.3 m | — | 120 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.0 m | — | 120 km |
| 2024 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | — | — | 120 km |
| 1990 | EASTERN SICILY | Earthquake | — | 19 | 125 km |
| 1954 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | — | — | 120 km |
| 1944 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | — | — | 120 km |
| 1818 | EASTERN SICILY | Earthquake | — | 72 | 84 km |
| 1783 | MESSINA STRAITS | Meteorological | — | 1 | 127 km |
| 1783 | TYRRHENIAN CALABRIA | Earthquake | — | 30,000 | 150 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Etna (66 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Etna | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,295 m (10,810 ft) | 2020 | 66 km |
| Vulcano | Stratovolcano(es) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | 1890 | 74 km |
| Lipari | Stratovolcano(es) | 590 m (1,936 ft) | 1230 | 79 km |
| Panarea | Stratovolcano | 399 m (1,309 ft) | Unknown | 99 km |
| Stromboli | Stratovolcano | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 2020 | 120 km |
| Campi Flegrei del Mar di Sicilia | Submarine | -8 m (-26 ft) | 1867 | 172 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
Motta d'Affermo has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 46°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 21.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.2") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Motta d'Affermo
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scuola secondaria di primo grado di Motta d'Affermo | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Motta d'Affermo
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rai Radio 3 | classical, culture | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Rai Radio 2 | public radio, rai | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Stereo Sant'Agata | pop, sant'agata di militello | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Dimensione Radio | milazzo, pop | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Motta d'Affermo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centrale idroelettrica Catarratti | ||||
| Ecomuseo dei Nebrodi Occidentali | ||||
| MACSS Museo Arte Contemporanea Sotto Sale | ||||
| Museo Antiquarium Badia | ||||
| Museo Archeologico | ||||
| Museo Civico Antonio Collisani | ||||
| Museo civico della memoria nel presente | ||||
| Museo Civico di Castelbuono | ||||
| Museo Civico Pinacoteca | ||||
| Museo della ceramica | ||||
| Museo Della Montagna Siciliana | ||||
| Museo della montagna siciliana | ||||
| Museo delle Armi | ||||
| Museo Etnoantropologico | ||||
| Museo Etnoantropologico e dell'amicizia fra i popoli | ||||
| Museo Naturalistico Francesco Minà Palumbo | ||||
| Museo Regionale delle Tradizioni silvo-pastorali "Giuseppe Cocchiara" | ||||
| Pinacoteca Gianbecchina | ||||
| Villa Sgaderi |
Libraries in Motta d'Affermo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale Lorenza Lombardo Giammaria | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Frate Umile Pintorno | 0.0 |
Hotels in Motta d'Affermo
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Motta d'Affermo
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Motta d'Affermo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Motta d'Affermo
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sigonella Navy Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Albatros Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Aquila Solitaria Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie Agrigento | — | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie Maletto Fly | — | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie Minotaurus e Medusa | — | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie Ramacca | — | Small Airport |
| Camemi Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Campo di Volo Aidone (cugno) | — | Small Airport |
| Campo di Volo AvioClub Centro Sicilia | — | Small Airport |
| Campo di Volo Capo d'Orlando | — | Small Airport |
| Campo di Volo Marano | — | Small Airport |
| Eagles Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Motta d'Affermo
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Motta d'Affermo |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Motta d'Affermo
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Madonna delle Grazie | |
| San Pietro | |
| San Rocco | |
| Santa Maria degli Angeli |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Motta d'Affermo
What is the population of Motta d'Affermo?
Motta d'Affermo has a population of 619 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 72 people per square mile, spread across 8.6 square miles.
Is Motta d'Affermo expensive to live in?
The median household income is $15,461, 79% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Motta d'Affermo?
Motta d'Affermo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.3 inches.
How is the job market in Motta d'Affermo?
The job market in Motta d'Affermo faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 46 business establishments in the area.