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Platanótopos, Greece

East Macedonia and Thrace · Greece

Platanótopos is a small town in East Macedonia and Thrace, Greece with a population of 584. Elevation: 820 ft (250 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
584 Population 27/sq mi density
820 ft Elevation 250 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
33.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
$15,768 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$15,768 median income

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About Platanótopos

Platanótopos

Mesoropi is a village in the south-eastern part of the regional unit of Kavala in northern Greece.

People

Population584
Density27/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$15,768

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation820 ft (250 m)
Population584
Population Density27 / sq mi
Elevation820 ft (250 m)
Coordinates40.8472°, 24.0601°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvinceEast Macedonia and Thrace
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation33.1 inches (842 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.4 inches (1 cm)
Median Household Income$15,768

About Platanótopos

Platanótopos is a small town in Greece (East Macedonia and Thrace) with a population of 584. The city sits at an elevation of 820 feet (250 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.

The median household income in Platanótopos is $15,768, which is 79% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 34 business establishments.

Income: Platanótopos vs Greece

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Income

Median HH Income$15,768
79% below Greece avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)34

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Platanótopos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 306 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 820 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above Greece avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Geography

Elevation820 ft (250 m)
Area21.4 sq mi (55.5 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates40.8472°N, 24.0601°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.1"
13% below Greece avg
Snowfall 0.4"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.64"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,589 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 12, 2025.

May 24, 2014 21 km SSW of Kamariótissa, Greece M6.9 128 km
Dec 21, 1990 14 km WNW of Gouménissa, Greece M6.1 149 km
Jul 23, 1992 43 km ESE of Sykiá, Greece M5.5 115 km
Jan 16, 2022 25 km SSE of Karyes, Greece M5.5 93 km
Jun 7, 2025 6 km WNW of Karyes, Greece M5.4 65 km
May 24, 2009 11 km WNW of Stathmós Mourión, Greece M5.3 124 km
May 4, 1995 9 km NNW of Palaiochóri, Greece M5.3 48 km
Mar 4, 2012 8 km ENE of Sárti, Greece M5.2 79 km
Aug 22, 2014 12 km S of Kassándreia, Greece M5.2 115 km
Feb 14, 2012 10 km ENE of Sárti, Greece M5.2 80 km
Sep 4, 2014 29 km NNW of Mýrina, Greece M4.9 108 km
Apr 21, 2018 3 km ESE of Pefkochóri, Greece M4.9 103 km
Feb 7, 2023 4 km SSW of Níkiti, Greece M4.9 82 km
Feb 15, 2025 12 km E of Ouranoupolis, Greece M4.9 56 km
Jan 2, 2018 2 km N of Stathmós Mourión, Greece M4.9 114 km
Sep 22, 2024 10 km NNE of Karyes, Greece M4.8 60 km
May 24, 2009 9 km W of Stathmós Mourión, Greece M4.8 121 km
May 24, 2014 25 km ESE of Sárti, Greece M4.8 93 km
May 3, 1995 11 km N of Palaiochóri, Greece M4.7 43 km
Apr 10, 1994 0 km SE of Pefkochóri, Greece M4.7 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1905 NORTH AEGEAN SEA Eruption + Earthquake 3.0 m 11 97 km
1932 NORTH AEGEAN Earthquake 2.0 m 161 41 km
1893 SAMOTHRACE Earthquake 1.0 m 1 127 km
2014 NORTH AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 0.2 m 3 128 km
1902 AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 5 69 km
1585 NORTH AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 81 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 2.3 in
February 38°F (3°C) 1.8 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.0 in
April 51°F (11°C) 1.8 in
May 60°F (15°C) 2.0 in
June 67°F (20°C) 1.9 in
July 82°F (28°C) 1.3 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 0.9 in Driest
September 64°F (18°C) 1.1 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in
November 46°F (8°C) 2.6 in
December 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in Wettest

Platanótopos has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 38°F in February to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.6") and August the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Platanótopos

16 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Seven News 94.4 MP3 128 kbps
Ble 93 MP3 160 kbps
Πρωινή Καβάλα news, pop MP3 192 kbps
ΕΝΑ 90.5 MP3 128 kbps
Μακεδόνισσα 106.4 greek, mainstream MP3 320 kbps
Παλμός 103.2 folk, greek MP3 320 kbps
Capital 107 MP3 192 kbps
Alpha Radio 88,6 Kavala AAC+ 128 kbps
Λάμψη 105.7 greek, pop AAC+ 128 kbps
Ράδιο Δράμα 99.1 MP3 192 kbps
Τεριρέμ orthodox christian MP3 128 kbps
Δίαυλος 93 greek pop, mainstream MP3 320 kbps
Ρυθμός 96.8 greek pop MP3 224 kbps
Lobby 101.8 greek music, news talk MP3 128 kbps
Kavala News news, pop MP3 192 kbps
Alpha News Δράμα greek, news MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Platanótopos

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Amphipolis archeologic
Archaeological Museum of Filippoi
Mesoropi Local Museum
Museum of Amphipolis
Olive and Oil Museum
Μουσείο Κέρινων Ομοιωμάτων Θεόδωρου Κοκκινίδη
Χαγιάτι Λαδιά

Gas Stations in Platanótopos

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Ski Resorts Near Platanótopos

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Lailias Ski Centre 0.0 $0

Airports Near Platanótopos

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kavala Alexander the Great International AirportKVALarge Airport
Kavala Amygdaleon Lydia AirfieldSmall Airport
Serres Emmanuel Pappas AirfieldSmall Airport
Serres-Chortero AirfieldSmall Airport
Sitagroi AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Athens
Postal Code
640 08

🇬🇷 About Greece

Capital Athens
Population 10,727,668
Area 131,940 km²
GDP (USD) $242,946,187,738
GDP per capita $23,344
HDI 0.893
Life expectancy 81.5 years
Internet users 85.0%
Urban population 78.8%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages Greek
Calling code +30
TLD .gr
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Greece

15 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Πρωτοχρονιά
Jan 6 Epiphany Θεοφάνεια
Feb 23 Clean Monday Καθαρά Δευτέρα
Mar 25 Annunciation Ευαγγελισμός της Θεοτόκου
Mar 25 Independence Day Εικοστή Πέμπτη Μαρτίου
Apr 10 Good Friday Μεγάλη Παρασκευή
Apr 12 Easter Sunday Κυριακή του Πάσχα
Apr 13 Easter Monday Δευτέρα του Πάσχα
May 1 Labour Day Εργατική Πρωτομαγιά
May 31 Pentecost Πεντηκοστή
Jun 1 Whit Monday Δευτέρα Πεντηκοστής
Aug 15 Assumption Day Κοίμηση της Θεοτόκου
Oct 28 Ochi Day Το Όχι
Dec 25 Christmas Day Χριστούγεννα
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Σύναξις Υπεραγίας Θεοτόκου Μαρίας

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Frequently Asked Questions About Platanótopos

What is the population of Platanótopos?

Platanótopos has a population of 584 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 21.4 square miles.

Is Platanótopos expensive to live in?

The median household income is $15,768, 79% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Platanótopos?

Platanótopos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.1 inches.

How is the job market in Platanótopos?

There are 34 business establishments in the area.

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