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Pietragalla, Italy
Basilicate · Italy
Pietragalla is a small town in Basilicate, Italy with a population of 2,439. Elevation: 2,753 ft (839 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Pietragalla
Pietragalla is a town and comune in the province of Potenza, in the Southern Italian region of Basilicata. It is bordered by the comuni of Acerenza, Avigliano, Cancellara, Forenza, Potenza, Vaglio Basilicata.
People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 2,439 |
| Population Density | 33 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,753 ft (839 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.7457°, 15.8740° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Basilicate |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.9 inches (556 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $19,897 |
About Pietragalla
Pietragalla is a small town in Italy (Basilicate) with a population of 2,439. The city sits at an elevation of 2,753 feet (839 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Pietragalla vs Italy
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Income
| Median HH Income | $19,897 |
| 74% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 12.4% |
| 244% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 183 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.6°F |
| 1% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,753 ft (839 m) |
| Area | 74.7 sq mi (193.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 33/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7457°N, 15.8740°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 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 | 122 km |
| 1906 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Astronomical | 0.4 m | 350 | 122 km |
| 1836 | ROSSANO | Earthquake | - | 589 | 142 km |
| 1805 | CAMPANIA | Earthquake | - | - | 145 km |
| 1731 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 3,600 | 90 km |
| 1627 | GARGANO PENINSULA | Earthquake | - | 5,000 | 118 km |
| 1562 | REGGIO DI CALABRIA | Earthquake | - | - | 42 km |
| 79 | BAY OF NAPLES | Eruption | - | 2,100 | 122 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vesuvius (122 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vesuvius | Stratovolcano | 1,281 m (4,203 ft) | 1944 | 122 km |
| Campi Flegrei | Caldera | 458 m (1,503 ft) | 1538 | 146 km |
| Ischia | Complex | 789 m (2,589 ft) | 1302 | 167 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 2.4 in |
Pietragalla has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 41°F in February to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.6") and July the driest (0.9").
Radio Stations near Pietragalla
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Irene | 00s, 70s | MP3 256 kbps | |
| 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 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 | |
| Radio Giulia | canosa di puglia, italian pop | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Pietragalla
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa natale di Carmine Crocco | ||||
| Casa-Museo dalla Civiltà Contadina | ||||
| Centro del gusto | ||||
| Museo Archeologico Nazionale della Basilicata Dinu Adamesteanu | ||||
| Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Venosa | ||||
| Museo archeologico provinciale di Potenza | ||||
| Museo Civico "Palazzo Donadoni" | ||||
| Museo delle Antiche Genti di Lucania | ||||
| Museo Raffaele De Cesare | ||||
| Museo Utopia | ||||
| Palazzo del Turismo e della Cultura | ||||
| Pinacoteca D'Errico | ||||
| Pinacoteca provinciale di Potenza | ||||
| Torre di Satriano |
Libraries in Pietragalla
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archivio di Stato di Potenza | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliomediateca Provinciale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Biomedica IRCCS CROB | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Centrale di Ateneo - polo delle Scienze Umane | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Centrale di Ateneo - Polo Tecnico Scientifico | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca centralizzata CNR dell'Area della ricerca di Potenza | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunale per l'infanzia | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca della Deputazione di Storia Patria per la Lucania | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Nazionale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Provinciale | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria Senza Nome | 0.0 | |||||
| Palazzo Muscio-Messina | 0.0 | |||||
| Soprintendenza archivistica per la Basilicata | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pietragalla
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Area mercato | |||||
| Piazza Margherita | |||||
| Piazza Mercato |
Restaurants in Pietragalla
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Pietragalla
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Pietragalla
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Pietragalla
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hops! |
Stadiums & Teams in Pietragalla
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pietragalla
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Foggia Gino Lisa Airport | FOG | Medium Airport |
| Ali sul Castello Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Batfly Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Campo di volo S.Elia (Buccino) | - | Small Airport |
| Ceraso Airfield/Aero Club I Templari | - | Small Airport |
| Enrico Mattei Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Falcone Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fly and Go Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Grumentum Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pantano Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Policastro Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pietragalla
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chiesa di San Cataldo | |
| Chiesa di Sant'Antonio | |
| Chiesa Madre San Nicola di Bari | |
| Sacro Cuore |
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What is the population of Pietragalla?
Pietragalla has a population of 2,439 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 74.7 square miles.
Is Pietragalla expensive to live in?
The median household income is $19,897, 74% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Pietragalla?
Pietragalla has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.9 inches.
How is the job market in Pietragalla?
The job market in Pietragalla faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 183 business establishments in the area.