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Plátanos, Greece
Crete · Greece
Plátanos is a small town in Crete, Greece with a population of 975. Elevation: 692 ft (211 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Plátanos
Falasarna or Phalasarna is a Greek harbour town at the west end of Crete that flourished during the Hellenistic period. The currently visible remains of the city include several imposing sandstone towers and bastions, with hundreds of metres of fortification walls protecting the town, and a closed harbour, meaning it is protected on all sides by city walls. The harbour is ringed by stone quays with mooring stones, and connected to the sea through two artificial channels. Notable finds in the harbour area include public roads, wells, warehouses, an altar, and baths. Most of these structures were revealed by excavations that began in 1986.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 975 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 692 ft (211 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.4731°, 23.6022° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | Crete |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.2 inches (639 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $21,060 |
About Plátanos
Plátanos is a small town in Greece (Crete) with a population of 975. The city sits at an elevation of 692 feet (211 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Plátanos vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $21,060 |
| 72% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 57 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.7°F |
| 14% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 692 ft (211 m) |
| Area | 259.4 sq mi (671.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4731°N, 23.6022°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.6 m (28 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1866 | S. COASTS PELOPONNESUS, GREECE | Earthquake | 8.6 m | — | 80 km |
| 2013 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 32 km |
| 1926 | ARGOLIKOS GULF | Earthquake | — | — | 117 km |
| 1629 | CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 139 km |
| 365 | CRETE | Earthquake | — | 5,000 | 76 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Milos (156 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Milos | Stratovolcano(es) | 751 m (2,464 ft) | 140 | 156 km |
| Santorini | Shield(s) | 367 m (1,204 ft) | 1950 | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 4.2 in |
Plátanos has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 49°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near Plátanos
38 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erotokritos 87.9 fm | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Uncut GR | — | MP3 | |
| Gavdos 88.8 | greek folk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Zarpa Χανιά | greek, news | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Αντέννα Δυτικής Κρήτης 97.1 | news, news talk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Κρητικόραμα 93.8 | greek traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Koinoniko Radiofono Xaniwn | jazz, politics | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Fly 95.9 | greek, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Κρήτη 98.9 | greek traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Δρόμος 105.4 | greek music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Μαρτυρία 95.5 | orthodox christian, religion | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ράδιο Μαρτυρία 95.5 | byzantine, ecclesia | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ασύρματος 1134 | greek folk | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Δίκτυο 91.5 | folk, greek | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Αντέννα Δυτικής Κρήτης | news, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ρυθμός 97.4 | greek, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Φάρος 91.8 | greek, traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Laiko 107 | greek folk music | MP3 | |
| Παλαιόχωρα 89.3 | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Κραχ | greek music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Gavdos 88.8FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ένταση 93.5 | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| EROTOKRITOS | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| rebetiko sealabs | — | MP3 40 kbps | |
| Adelin 107.3 | greek folk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Δίκτυο FM 91.5 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ριζίτες 92.4 | greek traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| D-code 96.2 | electronica, house | MP3 192 kbps | |
| FLY 92.3 (US) | — | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Venus 91 | greek, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mix FM GR | greek folk | MP3 | |
| D-Code 96,2 | 70s, 80s | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Original 94.4 | mainstream, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Fresh 105 | mainstream, pop music | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Chania 99.6 | mainstream, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Amore 87.5 | folk, greek | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Chania Rock FM 96.8 | rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Sfakia | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Plátanos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum of Kissamos | ||||
| Battle of Crete Museum | ||||
| Church museum | ||||
| Historical war Museum Sougia | ||||
| Museum of the Monastery of Gonia | ||||
| Old School Vlatos | ||||
| Olive Tree Museum of Vouves | ||||
| Paleiochora |
Hotels in Plátanos
8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Plátanos
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Plátanos
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Plátanos
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Plátanos
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Plátanos
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Plátanos
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chania International Airport | CHQ | Large Airport |
| Maleme Air Base | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Plátanos
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aghii Tris Ierarches | |
| Aghios Alexios | |
| Aghios Georgios | |
| Aghios Georgios | |
| Aghios Georgios Kato Milia | |
| Aghios Konstantinos | |
| Agios Georgios | |
| Agios Nikolaos | |
| Chapel | |
| Monastery of Panagia Tylifou | |
| Monastery Timios Stavros | |
| Άγιος Παύλος |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Plátanos?
Plátanos has a population of 975 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 259.4 square miles.
Is Plátanos 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 Plátanos?
Plátanos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.2 inches.
How is the job market in Plátanos?
There are 57 business establishments in the area.