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Placanica, Italy
Calabria · Italy
Placanica is a small town in Calabria, Italy with a population of 695. Elevation: 787 ft (240 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 695 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 787 ft (240 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.4108°, 16.4527° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Calabria |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.4 inches (848 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $12,619 |
About Placanica
Placanica is a small town in Italy (Calabria) with a population of 695. The city sits at an elevation of 787 feet (240 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Placanica vs Italy
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Income
| Median HH Income | $12,619 |
| 83% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 16.3% |
| 353% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 52 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 331 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 787 ft (240 m) |
| Area | 44.5 sq mi (115.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4108°N, 16.4527°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 16.0 m (52 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1783 | MESSINA STRAITS | Eruption + Earthquake | 16.0 m | 1,500 | 75 km |
| 1908 | MESSINA STRAIT, IONIAN SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 13.0 m | 80,000 | 81 km |
| 2002 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | 10.9 m | — | 116 km |
| 1916 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Earthquake | 10.0 m | — | 115 km |
| 1930 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 2.5 m | 6 | 116 km |
| 1988 | LA FOSSA VOLCANO, VULCANO IS. | Meteorological | 2.0 m | — | 130 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 1.3 m | 1 | 116 km |
| 1905 | TYRRHENIAN CALABRIA | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 557 | 44 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | — | 116 km |
| 1919 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | 4 | 116 km |
| 2021 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.4 m | — | 116 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.3 m | — | 116 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.0 m | — | 116 km |
| 2024 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | — | — | 116 km |
| 1954 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | — | — | 116 km |
| 1944 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | — | — | 116 km |
| 1907 | IONIAN CALABRIA | Earthquake | — | 158 | 49 km |
| 1870 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 98 km |
| 1836 | ROSSANO | Earthquake | — | 589 | 133 km |
| 1818 | EASTERN SICILY | Earthquake | — | 72 | 147 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Stromboli (116 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Stromboli | Stratovolcano | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 2020 | 116 km |
| Panarea | Stratovolcano | 399 m (1,309 ft) | Unknown | 123 km |
| Vulcano | Stratovolcano(es) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | 1890 | 130 km |
| Lipari | Stratovolcano(es) | 590 m (1,936 ft) | 1230 | 133 km |
| Etna | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,295 m (10,810 ft) | 2020 | 147 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 5.0 in |
Placanica has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 48°F in February to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.0") and June the driest (0.7").
Radio Stations near Placanica
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Gamma Gioiosa | local news, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Star 2000 | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Promoradio Network | adult contemporary, reggio calabria | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Venere | corsano, italian pop | MP3 | |
| Radio Medua | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Gioiosa Marina | adult contemporary, local news | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Eco Sud | molochio, pop | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Onda Verde | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Valentina | adult contemporary, news | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Placanica
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antiquarium Civico/Museo Archeologico Statale | ||||
| Fabbrica D'armi di Mongiana | ||||
| MuMar - Museo dei Marmi | ||||
| MuSaBa | ||||
| Museo "Pietrarotta" | ||||
| Museo Antica Kaulon | ||||
| Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Locri Epizefiri | ||||
| Museo Civico Gemelli | ||||
| Museo d'arte contemporanea - AM International | ||||
| Museo del Territorio | ||||
| Museo dell'Eremo di Monte Stella | ||||
| Museo della Certosa | ||||
| Museo della Cultura mineraria | ||||
| Museo della memoria | ||||
| Museo delle reali ferriere borboniche | ||||
| Museo Diocesano | ||||
| Museo e conservatorio di musica popolare della Calabria | ||||
| MUSMIR Museo Multimediale Immersivo di Roccella Jonica | ||||
| Oggetti di civiltà contadina | ||||
| Pinacoteca Comunale | ||||
| Polo Museale Soriano Calabro |
Libraries in Placanica
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Ada SaffoSapere | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Calabrese | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale "Armando La Torre" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca dei Redentoristi | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca per i diritti umani | 0.0 | |||||
| Palazzo Amaduri | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Placanica
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercato Coperto |
Castles in Placanica
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Placanica
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Placanica
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lamezia Terme Sant'Eufemia International Airport | SUF | Large Airport |
| Crotone Sant'Anna Pythagoras Airport | CRV | Medium Airport |
| Ali Calabria Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Beppe Rascaglia Flying Field | — | Small Airport |
| Il Grifo Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Placanica
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chiesa di San Basilio Magno | |
| Chiesa di San Rocco | |
| Chiesa di Santa Caterina | |
| Madonna dello Scoglio | |
| Madoona dello Scoglio |
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What is the population of Placanica?
Placanica has a population of 695 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 44.5 square miles.
Is Placanica expensive to live in?
The median household income is $12,619, 83% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Placanica?
Placanica enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.4 inches.
How is the job market in Placanica?
The job market in Placanica faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 52 business establishments in the area.