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Palekastro, Greece
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Palekastro is a small town in Crete, Greece with a population of 1,094. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
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About Palekastro
Palaikastro or Palekastro, with the Godart and Olivier abbreviation PK, is a thriving town, geographic heir to a long line of settlements extending back into prehistoric times, at the east end of the Mediterranean island Crete. The Kallikratis Programme implemented starting 2011 made the town into a local community under jurisdiction of the next-highest levels, chained as follows: municipal unit Itanos, municipality (demos) Sitia, regional unit Lasithi, region (periphereia) Crete.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 1,094 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.1979°, 26.2543° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | Crete |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.8 inches (578 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $21,060 |
About Palekastro
Palekastro is a small town in Greece (Crete) with a population of 1,094. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Palekastro vs Greece
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Income
| Median HH Income | $21,060 |
| 72% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 63 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.5°F |
| 21% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 295 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 244.4 sq mi (633.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1979°N, 26.2543°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
10 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.3 m (24 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1948 | DODECANESE, KARPATHOS IS. | Earthquake | 7.3 m | — | 96 km |
| 2020 | CRETE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 123 km |
| 2000 | CRETE | Eruption + Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 120 km |
| 2009 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 136 km |
| 2025 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 77 km |
| 2013 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 143 km |
| 1870 | ALEXANDRIA | Earthquake | — | — | 92 km |
| 1629 | CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 144 km |
| 1494 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 76 km |
| 1303 | AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | — | 4,000 | 71 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Santorini (155 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Santorini | Shield(s) | 367 m (1,204 ft) | 1950 | 155 km |
| Nisyros | Stratovolcano | 698 m (2,290 ft) | 1888 | 175 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 4.3 in |
Palekastro has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 54°F in February to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 22.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.9") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Palekastro
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paleokastro Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Palekastro
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sitia 95.5 | jazz, pop | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Melody 88 | mainstream, pop | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Palekastro
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum of Sitia | ||||
| Venetian Villa Deimezzo |
Farmers Markets in Palekastro
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laiki |
Hotels in Palekastro
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Palekastro
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Palekastro
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Palekastro
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Palekastro
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sitia Airport | JSH | Medium Airport |
| Kasos Airport | KSJ | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Palekastro
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aghios Georgios | |
| Aghios Spiridon | |
| Agios Ioannis | |
| Agios Ioannis | |
| Agios Iosif | |
| Agios Nikolaos | |
| Basilica | |
| Skopeli | |
| Toplou Monastery | |
| Ι.Ν. Ἁγίας Τριάδος |
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Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Palekastro
What is the population of Palekastro?
Palekastro has a population of 1,094 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 244.4 square miles.
Is Palekastro 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 Palekastro?
Palekastro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.8 inches.
How is the job market in Palekastro?
There are 63 business establishments in the area.