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Pómpia, Greece
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Pómpia is a small town in Crete, Greece with a population of 953. Elevation: 499 ft (152 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Pómpia
Pómbia, en grec moderne : Πόμπια, est un village du dème de Phaistos, en Crète, en Grèce. Selon le recensement de 2011, la population de Pómbia compte 1 061 habitants. Il est situé dans la plaine de la Messará, à la base de la montagne Vígla, de la chaîne des monts d'Asterousia et à une altitude de 150 m.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 953 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 499 ft (152 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.0094°, 24.8672° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | Crete |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.6 inches (700 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $21,060 |
About Pómpia
Pómpia is a small town in Greece (Crete) with a population of 953. The city sits at an elevation of 499 feet (152 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Pómpia vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $21,060 |
| 72% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 55 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.7°F |
| 16% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 499 ft (152 m) |
| Area | 116.1 sq mi (300.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.0094°N, 24.8672°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 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 | — | 120 km |
| 2000 | CRETE | Eruption + Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 116 km |
| 2009 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 109 km |
| 2025 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 127 km |
| 2013 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 69 km |
| 1629 | CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 111 km |
| 1494 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 79 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Santorini (162 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Santorini | Shield(s) | 367 m (1,204 ft) | 1950 | 162 km |
| Milos | Stratovolcano(es) | 751 m (2,464 ft) | 140 | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 4.8 in |
Pómpia has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 50°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.6") and August the driest (0.0").
Schools in Pómpia
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Γενικό Λύκειο Πόμπιας | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Pómpia
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 Pómpia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archeological Museum of Messara | ||||
| Folk Art Museum of Agia Galini | ||||
| Folk Museum of Ano Asites | ||||
| Museum of Cretan Ethnology |
Farmers Markets in Pómpia
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miros Bazzar |
Hotels in Pómpia
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Pómpia
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Pómpia
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 Pómpia
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapel | |
| Άγιος Κωνσταντίνος | |
| Μονή Απεζανών | |
| Ναός Παναγίας Γοργοεπήκου |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Pómpia
What is the population of Pómpia?
Pómpia has a population of 953 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 116.1 square miles.
Is Pómpia 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 Pómpia?
Pómpia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.6 inches.
How is the job market in Pómpia?
There are 55 business establishments in the area.