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Palinuro, Italy
Campania · Italy
Palinuro is a small town in Campania, Italy with a population of 1,054. Elevation: 174 ft (53 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Palinuro
Palinuro is an Italian small town, the most populated civil parish (frazione) of Centola, Province of Salerno, in the Campania region. The name of the town is derived from Palinurus, the helmsman of Aeneas, as recorded in the fifth and sixth books of the Aeneid.
People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 1,054 |
| Population Density | 67 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 174 ft (53 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.0368°, 15.2881° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Campania |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.0 inches (1,345 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.7 inches (4 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $14,148 |
About Palinuro
Palinuro is a small town in Italy (Campania) with a population of 1,054. The city sits at an elevation of 174 feet (53 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Palinuro vs Italy
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Income
| Median HH Income | $14,148 |
| 81% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 14.5% |
| 303% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 79 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Palinuro
Palinuro has an average annual temperature of 17.5°C (64°F). The hottest month is Aug (26°C), the coldest is Feb (10.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 683 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.1°F |
| 19% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 319 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 174 ft (53 m) |
| Area | 15.8 sq mi (40.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 67/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0368°N, 15.2881°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
18 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.9 m (36 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2002 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | 10.9 m | - | 139 km |
| 1916 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Earthquake | 10.0 m | - | 136 km |
| 1631 | BAY OF NAPLES | Eruption | 5.0 m | 4,000 | 114 km |
| 1930 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 2.5 m | 6 | 139 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 1.3 m | 1 | 139 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | - | 139 km |
| 1919 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | 4 | 139 km |
| 1906 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Astronomical | 0.4 m | 350 | 114 km |
| 2021 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.4 m | - | 139 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.3 m | - | 139 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.0 m | - | 139 km |
| 2024 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | - | - | 139 km |
| 1954 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | - | - | 139 km |
| 1944 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | - | - | 139 km |
| 1870 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 120 km |
| 1836 | ROSSANO | Earthquake | - | 589 | 122 km |
| 1562 | REGGIO DI CALABRIA | Earthquake | - | - | 55 km |
| 79 | BAY OF NAPLES | Eruption | - | 2,100 | 114 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vesuvius (114 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vesuvius | Stratovolcano | 1,281 m (4,203 ft) | 1944 | 114 km |
| Campi Flegrei | Caldera | 458 m (1,503 ft) | 1538 | 131 km |
| Stromboli | Stratovolcano | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 2020 | 139 km |
| Ischia | Complex | 789 m (2,589 ft) | 1302 | 141 km |
| Panarea | Stratovolcano | 399 m (1,309 ft) | Unknown | 157 km |
| Lipari | Stratovolcano(es) | 590 m (1,936 ft) | 1230 | 175 km |
| Vulcano | Stratovolcano(es) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | 1890 | 184 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 51°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 3.7 in |
Palinuro has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 48°F in February to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.5") and July the driest (0.7").
Radio Stations near Palinuro
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| DumDUM | indie rock, instrumental | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Azzurra | italian pop, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Digiesse | classic hits, hits | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Palinuro
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anqituarium della Cappella Palatina | ||||
| Antiquarium | ||||
| Antiquarium della Chiesa di Santa Maria | ||||
| Antiquarium II | ||||
| Antiquarium Roccagloriosa | ||||
| Antiqvarivm | ||||
| Museo della Civiltà Contadina | ||||
| Museo Diocesano | ||||
| Museo Vivente della Dieta Mediterranea | ||||
| Museo vivo del mare | ||||
| MUVIP Camerota |
Libraries in Palinuro
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro multimediale | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Palinuro
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercato settimanale di Casal Velino |
Hotels in Palinuro
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Palinuro
10 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Palinuro
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Palinuro
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Palinuro
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Palinuro
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Palinuro
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport | QSR | Medium Airport |
| Altavillafly Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie del Sole | - | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie Templare Paestum | - | Small Airport |
| Campo di volo S.Elia (Buccino) | - | Small Airport |
| Grumentum Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oasi da Peppe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pantano Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Policastro Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Scalea Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Palinuro
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chiesa di Sant'Antonio del Porto |
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What is the population of Palinuro?
Palinuro has a population of 1,054 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 67 people per square mile, spread across 15.8 square miles.
Is Palinuro expensive to live in?
The median household income is $14,148, 81% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Palinuro?
Palinuro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.0 inches, with 1.7 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Palinuro?
The job market in Palinuro faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 79 business establishments in the area.