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Paterno, Italy
Basilicate · Italy
Paterno is a small town in Basilicate, Italy with a population of 2,778. Elevation: 2,080 ft (634 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Paterno
Paterno is a 2018 American television drama film directed by Barry Levinson. It stars Al Pacino as former Penn State football coach Joe Paterno, and his career leading up to his dismissal following the university's child sex abuse scandal in 2011. Riley Keough, Kathy Baker, Greg Grunberg and Annie Parisse also star. The film premiered on HBO on April 7, 2018.
People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 2,778 |
| Population Density | 177 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,080 ft (634 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.3751°, 15.7351° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Basilicate |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.9 inches (1,141 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 18.3 inches (47 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $16,981 |
About Paterno
Paterno is a small town in Italy (Basilicate) with a population of 2,778. The city sits at an elevation of 2,080 feet (634 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Paterno vs Italy
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Income
| Median HH Income | $16,981 |
| 77% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 13.0% |
| 261% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 208 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.0°F |
| 7% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,080 ft (634 m) |
| Area | 15.7 sq mi (40.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 177/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3751°N, 15.7351°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1631 | BAY OF NAPLES | Eruption | 5.0 m | 4,000 | 121 km |
| 1906 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Astronomical | 0.4 m | 350 | 121 km |
| 1870 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 130 km |
| 1836 | ROSSANO | Earthquake | - | 589 | 113 km |
| 1731 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 3,600 | 127 km |
| 1562 | REGGIO DI CALABRIA | Earthquake | - | - | 24 km |
| 79 | BAY OF NAPLES | Eruption | - | 2,100 | 121 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vesuvius (121 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vesuvius | Stratovolcano | 1,281 m (4,203 ft) | 1944 | 121 km |
| Campi Flegrei | Caldera | 458 m (1,503 ft) | 1538 | 144 km |
| Ischia | Complex | 789 m (2,589 ft) | 1302 | 160 km |
| Stromboli | Stratovolcano | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 2020 | 182 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (6°C) | 2.9 in | |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 62°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 1.4 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 3.6 in |
Paterno has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 37°F in February to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.6") and July the driest (0.9").
Radio Stations near Paterno
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Color | hits, musica italiana | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Potenza Centrale | italian pop, pop | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Selene | adult contemporary, corato | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Digiesse | classic hits, hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO TOUR | anni 70, anni 80 | AAC+ 192 kbps | |
| Radio Carina | adult contemporary, local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Ruoti | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Altamura Uno | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio New Sound | hits, musica italiana | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Paterno
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo Joe Petrosino | ||||
| MAM - Musei Aiello Molieterno - Museo del Paesaggio | ||||
| MAM - Musei Aiello Molieterno - Museo di Arte Contemporanea | ||||
| MAM - Musei Aiello Moliterno - Biblioteca Lucana Angela Aiello | ||||
| MAM - Musei Aiello Moliterno - Museo del Novecento Lucano | ||||
| MAM - Musei Aiello Moliterno - Museo della Ceramica | ||||
| MAM - Musei Aiello Moliterno - Museo di Arte Moderna | ||||
| MAM - Musei Aiello Moliterno - Palazzo Santa Croce | ||||
| MAM - Museo Michele Tedesco e dell'Ottocento Lucano | ||||
| MU.VI. - Museo Virtuale | ||||
| Museo Antiquarium Civico | ||||
| Museo Archeologico | ||||
| Museo Archeologico | ||||
| Museo archeologico nazionale dell'Alta Val d'Agri | ||||
| Museo Archeologico Sala Consilina | ||||
| Museo Civico Montesano sulla Marcellana | ||||
| Museo Civico Multimediale | ||||
| Museo delle Arti e Tradizioni Popolari | ||||
| Museo delle erbe e delle antiche coltivazioni | ||||
| Museo delle Tradizioni Locali | ||||
| Museo didattico della pietra di Padula | ||||
| Museo Diocesano San Pietro | ||||
| Museo Etnografico | ||||
| Museo In Cammino | ||||
| Museo Salviano | ||||
| Torre di Satriano |
Libraries in Paterno
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BiblioMediateca Comunale Giacomo Racioppi | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca centralizzata CNR dell'Area della ricerca di Potenza | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale "Nicola Lamattina" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale Professore Vincenzo Curcio | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Paterno
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercatino dei prodotti tipici | |||||
| Mercato settimanale (sabato) |
Bus Stations in Paterno
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Paterno
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Paterno
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Paterno
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ali sul Castello Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Altavillafly Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Campo di volo S.Elia (Buccino) | - | Small Airport |
| Conca del Re Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Falcone Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Grumentum Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oasi da Peppe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pantano Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Policastro Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Scalea Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sibari Fly Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sky Ufita Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Paterno
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Sacro Cuore di Gesù | |
| San Giovanni Evangelista | |
| San Rocco |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Italy
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Paterno
What is the population of Paterno?
Paterno has a population of 2,778 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 177 people per square mile, spread across 15.7 square miles.
Is Paterno expensive to live in?
The median household income is $16,981, 77% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Paterno?
Paterno enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.9 inches, with 18.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Paterno?
The job market in Paterno faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 208 business establishments in the area.