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Pitsídia, Greece
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Pitsídia is a small town in Crete, Greece with a population of 666. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Pitsídia
Pitsidia ist ein Dorf im Süden der griechischen Insel Kreta, wenige Kilometer nordöstlich des bekannteren Touristenortes Matala. Es gehört als Teil des Gemeindebezirks Tymbaki zur Gemeinde Festos. Fast einen Kilometer vom nächsten Strand entfernt zählte Pitsidia in den 1970er-Jahren dennoch zu den ersten touristisch erschlossenen Orten an der Südküste.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 666 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.0156°, 24.7813° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | Crete |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.1 inches (638 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $21,060 |
About Pitsídia
Pitsídia is a small town in Greece (Crete) with a population of 666. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet (72 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Pitsídia vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $21,060 |
| 72% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 39 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Area | 84.2 sq mi (218.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.0156°N, 24.7813°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2020 | CRETE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 126 km |
| 2000 | CRETE | Eruption + Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 121 km |
| 2009 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 114 km |
| 2025 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 132 km |
| 2013 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 72 km |
| 2013 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 150 km |
| 1629 | CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 111 km |
| 1494 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 85 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Santorini (164 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Santorini | Shield(s) | 367 m (1,204 ft) | 1950 | 164 km |
| Milos | Stratovolcano(es) | 751 m (2,464 ft) | 140 | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 4.4 in |
Pitsídia has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 52°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and August the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Pitsídia
21 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Radio 92.6 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Μουσικό Κανάλι Ρεθύμνου 101.3 | greek folk | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Kriti FM 87.5 | cretan music, greek | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Mires 97,1 | greek, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Παραπολιτικά Ρεθύμνου 102.4 | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Studio Ρέθυμνο 980 | folk, greek | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Ραδιοκύματα 102.6 | folk, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Άστρο 96.4 | folk, greek | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Μεγαλόνησος 89.8 | greek, traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Best Radio 94.7 FM | — | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Best Radio | rock | UNKNOWN | |
| KRITIKOS 88.7 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Studio 19 | greek hellenic music | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Σωτηρόπουλος | ορθοδοξία, χριστιανισμός | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Ορθοδοξία - Γραφή | ορθοδοξία, χριστιανισμός | MP3 96 kbps | |
| DRS 95.3 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ορθοδοξία - Σωτηρόπουλος Νικόλαος | orthodox christian, ορθοδοξία | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Ορθοδοξία - Α. Μυτιληναίος | orthodox christian, speech | MP3 32 kbps | |
| DRS FM 95.3 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Team 102 | news talk, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO MIRES 97.1 | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Pitsídia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archeological Museum of Messara | ||||
| Church Museum | ||||
| Folk Art Museum of Agia Galini | ||||
| Folk Museum of Ano Asites | ||||
| Folk Museum of Spili | ||||
| Museum of Cretan Ethnology |
Libraries in Pitsídia
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Church Museum | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pitsídia
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miros Bazzar |
Hotels in Pitsídia
25 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Pitsídia
16 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Pitsídia
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Pitsídia
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Pitsídia
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chania International Airport | CHQ | Large Airport |
| Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport | HER | Large Airport |
| (*)Kasteli Hellenic Air Force Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Tympaki Air Base | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pitsídia
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ag. Andonis | |
| Ag. Kiriaki | |
| Ag. Pavlos | |
| Ekklisia Agia Marina | |
| Martsalos Cavechurch | |
| Moni Odigitrias | |
| Άγιος Ανδρέας | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος | |
| Αγιος Ευτυχιανος | |
| Εκκλησία Αγίος Νικολάος | |
| Εκκλησία Αγιος Παντελεήμονας | |
| ΙΕΡΟΣ ΝΑΟΣ ΚΟΙΜΗΣΕΩΣ ΘΕΟΤΟΚΟΥ | |
| Μεταμόρφωση του Σωτήρος |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Pitsídia?
Pitsídia has a population of 666 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 84.2 square miles.
Is Pitsídia 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 Pitsídia?
Pitsídia 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 78°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.1 inches.
How is the job market in Pitsídia?
There are 39 business establishments in the area.