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Pignola, Italy
Basilicate · Italy
Pignola is a small town in Basilicate, Italy with a population of 3,599. Elevation: 3,038 ft (926 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Pignola
Pignola is an Italian town in the province of Potenza in Basilicata. It borders to the east with Anzi, to the south-west with Abriola, to the west with Tito and to the north with Potenza. The Pignolese territory extends for 55.51 km2 and has an altitude ranging from 700 m of Pantano-Petrucco to 927 m of the inhabited center, up to 1476 m of Mount Serranetta which represents the highest point of the Pignolese territory. It has 6,962 inhabitants.
People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 3,599 |
| Population Density | 48 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,038 ft (926 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.5741°, 15.7830° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Basilicate |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.6 inches (650 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $19,972 |
About Pignola
Pignola is a small town in Italy (Basilicate) with a population of 3,599. The city sits at an elevation of 3,038 feet (926 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Pignola vs Italy
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Income
| Median HH Income | $19,972 |
| 73% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 11.2% |
| 211% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 270 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.0°F |
| 6% below Italy avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,038 ft (926 m) |
| Area | 74.7 sq mi (193.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 48/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.5741°N, 15.7830°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 | 118 km |
| 1906 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Astronomical | 0.4 m | 350 | 118 km |
| 1870 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 150 km |
| 1836 | ROSSANO | Earthquake | - | 589 | 129 km |
| 1731 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 3,600 | 106 km |
| 1627 | GARGANO PENINSULA | Earthquake | - | 5,000 | 134 km |
| 1562 | REGGIO DI CALABRIA | Earthquake | - | - | 25 km |
| 79 | BAY OF NAPLES | Eruption | - | 2,100 | 118 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vesuvius (118 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vesuvius | Stratovolcano | 1,281 m (4,203 ft) | 1944 | 118 km |
| Campi Flegrei | Caldera | 458 m (1,503 ft) | 1538 | 141 km |
| Ischia | Complex | 789 m (2,589 ft) | 1302 | 160 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 62°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 3.0 in |
Pignola has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 37°F in February to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 25.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (0.9").
Schools in Pignola
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scuola dell'Infanzia | - | - | - | - |
| Scuola media | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Pignola
8 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 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 Pignola
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo Joe Petrosino | ||||
| Casa-Museo dalla Civiltà Contadina | ||||
| Museo Archeologico | ||||
| Museo Archeologico | ||||
| Museo Archeologico Nazionale della Basilicata Dinu Adamesteanu | ||||
| Museo archeologico provinciale di Potenza | ||||
| Museo Archeologico Sala Consilina | ||||
| Museo Civico Multimediale | ||||
| Museo delle Antiche Genti di Lucania | ||||
| 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 Salviano | ||||
| Palazzo del Turismo e della Cultura | ||||
| Pinacoteca provinciale di Potenza | ||||
| Torre di Satriano |
Libraries in Pignola
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archivio di Stato di Potenza | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliomediateca Provinciale | 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 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 Pignola
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piazza Mercato |
Restaurants in Pignola
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Pignola
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Pignola
191 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Pignola
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Pignola
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Pignola
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Pignola
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Pignola
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Pignola
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hops! |
Stadiums & Teams in Pignola
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pignola
10 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 |
| Ceraso Airfield/Aero Club I Templari | - | Small Airport |
| Conca del Re Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Falcone Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Grumentum Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pantano Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Policastro Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sky Ufita Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Pignola
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ufficio Postale - Pignola |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pignola
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Campanile | |
| Canonica | |
| Chiesa "Madonna delle Grazie" | |
| Chiesa di San Donato | |
| Chiesa di San Rocco | |
| Chiesa di Sant'Antonio Abate | |
| Chiesa Matrice di Santa Maria Maggiore | |
| San Michele |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Pignola
What is the population of Pignola?
Pignola has a population of 3,599 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 74.7 square miles.
Is Pignola expensive to live in?
The median household income is $19,972, 73% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Pignola?
Pignola has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.6 inches.
How is the job market in Pignola?
The job market in Pignola faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 270 business establishments in the area.