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Palaióchora, Greece
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Palaióchora is a small town in Crete, Greece with a population of 2,372. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
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About Palaióchora
Palaiochora is a small town in Chania regional unit, Greece. It is located 70 km south of Chania, on the southwest coast of Crete and occupies a small peninsula 400 m wide and 700 m long. The town is set along 11 km of coastline bordering the Libyan Sea. It is the seat of the municipality of Kantanos–Selino and its population was 2,181 in the 2021 census.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 2,372 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.2313°, 23.6819° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | Crete |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.8 inches (654 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $21,060 |
About Palaióchora
Palaióchora is a small town in Greece (Crete) with a population of 2,372. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Palaióchora vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $21,060 |
| 72% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 138 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.7°F |
| 14% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 259.4 sq mi (671.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2313°N, 23.6819°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.6 m (28 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1866 | S. COASTS PELOPONNESUS, GREECE | Earthquake | 8.6 m | — | 105 km |
| 2013 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 50 km |
| 1926 | ARGOLIKOS GULF | Earthquake | — | — | 145 km |
| 1629 | CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 147 km |
| 365 | CRETE | Earthquake | — | 5,000 | 67 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Milos (177 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Milos | Stratovolcano(es) | 751 m (2,464 ft) | 140 | 177 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (9°C) | 5.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 4.3 in |
Palaióchora has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 49°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.3") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Palaióchora
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Δημοτικό Σχολείο Παλαιόχωρας | — | — | — | — |
| Γενικό Λύκειο Παλαιόχωρας | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Palaióchora
39 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erotokritos 87.9 fm | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Αντέννα Δυτικής Κρήτης 97.1 | news, news talk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Uncut GR | — | MP3 | |
| Gavdos 88.8 | greek folk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Zarpa Χανιά | greek, news | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Κρητικόραμα 93.8 | greek traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Κραχ | greek music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ρυθμός 97.4 | greek, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Παλαιόχωρα 89.3 | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Αντέννα Δυτικής Κρήτης | news, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Koinoniko Radiofono Xaniwn | jazz, politics | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Κρήτη 98.9 | greek traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Δρόμος 105.4 | greek music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Δίκτυο 91.5 | folk, greek | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Μαρτυρία 95.5 | orthodox christian, religion | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ασύρματος 1134 | greek folk | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Ράδιο Μαρτυρία 95.5 | byzantine, ecclesia | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Gavdos 88.8FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| rebetiko sealabs | — | MP3 40 kbps | |
| Δίκτυο FM 91.5 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ριζίτες 92.4 | greek traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Adelin 107.3 | greek folk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Φάρος 91.8 | greek, traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EROTOKRITOS | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ένταση 93.5 | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Fly 95.9 | greek, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Laiko 107 | greek folk music | MP3 | |
| Original 94.4 | mainstream, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mix FM GR | greek folk | MP3 | |
| D-Code 96,2 | 70s, 80s | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Fresh 105 | mainstream, pop music | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Amore 87.5 | folk, greek | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Chania Rock FM 96.8 | rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Sfakia | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 104.4 Fm Radio | various | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Chania 99.6 | mainstream, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| D-code 96.2 | electronica, house | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Venus 91 | greek, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| FLY 92.3 (US) | — | AAC 128 kbps |
Museums in Palaióchora
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Historical war Museum Sougia | ||||
| Old School Vlatos | ||||
| Olive and Oil Museum | ||||
| Paleiochora |
Hotels in Palaióchora
35 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Palaióchora
15 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Palaióchora
7 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Palaióchora
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Palaióchora
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Palaióchora
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Palaióchora
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Palaióchora
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chania International Airport | CHQ | Large Airport |
| Maleme Air Base | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Palaióchora
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| ACS |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Palaióchora
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Azogires | |
| Byzantine Church of Saint Georgios | |
| Church of Archaggelos Michail | |
| Holy Father's Spring | |
| Holy Monastery Of The Holy Fathers | |
| Panagia | |
| Sotiros Christos | |
| Αγ. Κήρυκος | |
| Άγιος Αντώνιος | |
| Άγιος Ιωάννης | |
| Άγιος Ονούφριος | |
| Ανάληψη του Κυρίου | |
| Εκκλησία της Ευαγγελίστριας | |
| Ιερός Ναός Κοίμησεως Της Θεοτόκου | |
| ΙΕΡΟΣ ΝΑΟΣ ΥΠΑΠΑΝΤΗΣ ΤΟΥ ΧΡΙΣΤΟΎ |
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What is the population of Palaióchora?
Palaióchora has a population of 2,372 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 259.4 square miles.
Is Palaióchora expensive to live in?
The median household income is $21,060, 72% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Palaióchora?
Palaióchora enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.8 inches.
How is the job market in Palaióchora?
There are 138 business establishments in the area.