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Portariá, Greece

Thessaly · Greece

Portariá is a small town in Thessaly, Greece with a population of 1,429. Elevation: 2,100 ft (640 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,429 Population 4,763/sq mi density
2,100 ft Elevation 640 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
19.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
$18,684 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$18,684 median income

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About Portariá

Portariá

Portaria is a village and a former municipality in Magnesia, Thessaly, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform it is part of the municipality Volos, of which it is a municipal unit. The municipal unit has an area of 22.754 km2. It is located on Mt. Pelion, facing the Pagasetic Gulf, north of Volos and its suburbs. The majority of the buildings are typical examples of Pelion architecture with their windows and doors decorated with a variety of colors. The mountaintop of Pelion is to the north. Portaria every year holds a traditional wedding in the main square of the village and many people from Volos and the surrounding villages drop by to learn how weddings were traditionally done in these villages.

People

Population1,429
Density4,763/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,684

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain19.2 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation2,100 ft (640 m)
Population1,429
Population Density4,763 / sq mi
Elevation2,100 ft (640 m)
Coordinates39.3895°, 22.9995°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvinceThessaly
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation19.2 inches (487 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$18,684

About Portariá

Portariá is a small town in Greece (Thessaly) with a population of 1,429. The city sits at an elevation of 2,100 feet (640 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.

The median household income in Portariá is $18,684, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 83 business establishments.

Income: Portariá vs Greece

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Income

Median HH Income$18,684
75% below Greece avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)83

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Portariá enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 301 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 19.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,100 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.3°F
8% above Greece avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,100 ft (640 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density4,763/sq mi
Coordinates39.3895°N, 22.9995°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.2"
50% below Greece avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.52"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5,571 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 18, 2025.

May 13, 1995 10 km W of Aianí, Greece M6.6 140 km
Jul 26, 2001 32 km WNW of Skýros, Greece M6.5 113 km
Jun 15, 1995 8 km WNW of Galaxídhion, Greece M6.5 126 km
Mar 3, 2021 9 km W of Týrnavos, Greece M6.3 81 km
Nov 18, 1992 10 km SE of Galaxídhion, Greece M5.9 129 km
Mar 18, 1993 11 km NNE of Témeni, Greece M5.8 138 km
Mar 4, 2021 11 km E of Verdikoússa, Greece M5.8 88 km
Nov 5, 1997 10 km NW of Galaxídhion, Greece M5.6 123 km
Mar 12, 2021 8 km W of Elassóna, Greece M5.6 96 km
Jul 23, 1992 43 km ESE of Sykiá, Greece M5.5 130 km
Feb 17, 2021 11 km N of Kamárai, Greece M5.5 138 km
Jan 16, 2022 25 km SSE of Karyes, Greece M5.5 137 km
Jan 18, 2010 11 km E of Náfpaktos, Greece M5.5 142 km
Mar 4, 2021 7 km S of Kraniá Elassónas, Greece M5.5 103 km
Jan 22, 2010 14 km NNE of Kamárai, Greece M5.4 136 km
Jun 7, 2025 6 km WNW of Karyes, Greece M5.4 140 km
Jun 15, 1995 3 km E of Galaxídhion, Greece M5.4 123 km
Nov 4, 1993 8 km N of Kamárai, Greece M5.3 142 km
May 4, 1995 9 km NNW of Palaiochóri, Greece M5.3 142 km
Aug 7, 2013 9 km NW of Eláteia, Greece M5.3 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1963 CORINTH GULF Meteorological 6.0 m 2 147 km
1817 CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF Earthquake 5.0 m - 144 km
1965 NORTH CORINTH GULF Eruption + Earthquake 3.0 m 2 119 km
1894 NORTH EVOIKOS GULF Eruption + Earthquake 3.0 m - 77 km
1861 CORINTH GULF Eruption + Earthquake 2.1 m - 149 km
2008 SW. CORINTH GULF Unknown 2.0 m - 149 km
1996 W. CORINTH GULF Meteorological 2.0 m - 139 km
1932 NORTH AEGEAN Earthquake 2.0 m 161 145 km
1981 GULF OF CORINTH Earthquake 1.3 m - 134 km
1995 GULF OF CORINTH: AIYION Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m 26 126 km
1981 ATHENS-EASTERN GULF OF CORINTH Earthquake 1.0 m 22 130 km
1992 CORINTH GULF Earthquake - - 119 km
1984 CORINTHOS GULF, GREECE Eruption + Earthquake - - 143 km
1965 AEGEAN SEA Earthquake - 38 86 km
1955 VOLOS GULF Earthquake - 8 9 km
1862 IONIAN SEA Earthquake - - 142 km
1853 CENTRAL GREECE (EVOIKOS GULF) Earthquake - 17 134 km
1794 CORINTH GULF Eruption + Earthquake - - 135 km
1748 CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF Earthquake - - 144 km
-373 CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF Eruption + Earthquake - - 142 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Methana (200 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Methana Lava dome(s) 760 m (2,493 ft) -258 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 2.0 in
March 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
April 55°F (13°C) 1.5 in
May 64°F (18°C) 1.4 in
June 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in
July 76°F (25°C) 0.7 in Warmest, Driest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.7 in
September 69°F (21°C) 1.0 in
October 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
November 51°F (11°C) 2.5 in Wettest
December 44°F (7°C) 2.5 in

Portariá has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 42°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.5") and July the driest (0.7").

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Radio Stations near Portariá

31 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Μοναχική Διακονία 87.5 christian, orthodox MP3 24 kbps
Marconi 96.1 greek folk, news talk MP3 192 kbps
Χρώμα 88.2 greek music MP3 128 kbps
Ζημιά 96.5 folk, greek MP3 128 kbps
Volos Dee Jay 104.5 electronic, hiphop MP3 128 kbps
Ένα Βόλος folk, greek MP3 128 kbps
Βόλος greek, news MP3 128 kbps
Ορθόδοξη Μαρτυρία 104 christian, orthodox MP3 128 kbps
Λάμψη 88.6 folk, greek MP3 128 kbps
Blue Heart 105.1 folk, greek MP3 128 kbps
Πήλιο 93.4 folk, greek MP3 128 kbps
Ένα 102.5 greek music MP3 128 kbps
Radio Istiaia hits MP3 256 kbps
Σφαίρα Θεσσαλίας 90.7 - MP3 128 kbps
Βέρα Βόλος greek, news MP3 128 kbps
Δειλινά 103 FM greek folk music MP3 128 kbps
Ζημιά 94.5 - MP3 128 kbps
Ιερά Μονή Παμμεγίστων Ταξιαρχών orthodox christian, religion MP3 24 kbps
Istiaia 100.4 greek pop, mainstream MP3 256 kbps
Volos RTV 87.9 adult hits MP3 320 kbps
Yolo 102.1 greek, mainstream MP3 128 kbps
Avanti 98.3 greek pop, pop MP3 128 kbps
Stylida 94.1 - MP3 128 kbps
Kiss 98 pop, rock MP3 128 kbps
ERT Volos 100.7 101.2 ert, public radio MP3 192 kbps
Volos 98.6 greek pop, mainstream MP3 128 kbps
Melody Music folk, greek MP3 192 kbps
FORMedia 99.8 music, news MP3 128 kbps
VolosRTV internet radio MP3 320 kbps
HROMA - VOLOS 88.2 - MP3 128 kbps
Nova 106 acid, blues MP3

Museums in Portariá

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Art House Paschalis
Keramik -Museum
Museum of Folk Art
Rooftile and Brickworks Museum
Volos City Museum
Αθανασάκειο Αρχαιολογικό Μουσείο
Βυζαντινό Μουσείο
Γιαννοπούλειο Αρχαιολογικό Μουσείο Αλμυρού
Εντομολογικό Mουσείο
Ιστορικό και Λαογραφικό Μουσείο Πορταριάς
Λαογραφικό Μουσείο Κίτσου Μακρή
Μουσείο Εθνικής Αντίστασης
Μουσείο Ελιάς
Μουσείο Θεόφιλου (οικία Κοντού)
Μουσείο Λιμναίου Πολιτισμού Κάρλας
Μουσείο Μεταξουργείου Αφών Ετμεκτζόγλου
Μουσείο Φυσικής Ιστορίας
Παρθεναγωγείο
ΠΙνακοθήκη Χρυσούλας Ζιώγα
Τοπικο Μουσειο
ΦΑΜΠΕΙΟ - FAMPA ART MUSEUM

Libraries in Portariá

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Historical library of Zagora0.0
University Library0.0
Βιβλιοθήκη ΔΗ.Κ.Ι. Βόλου0.0
Βιβλιοθήκη Μηλεών ΨΥΧΗΣ ΑΚΟΣ0.0
Βιβλιοθήκη Νέας Ιωνίας0.0
ΛΑΪΚΗ ΒΙΒΛΙΟΘΗΚΗ0.0
Λαϊκή Βιβλιοθήκη 'Οι Τρεις Ιεράρχες'0.0

Farmers Markets in Portariá

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Αυτόνομη Αγορά Οικοπαραγωγών Βόλου

Hotels in Portariá

23 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alkistis
Belina Hotel
Chania Palace
Domotel Xenia Portaria
Hotel Chania
Kenta Mountain Hotel
Kolenti Rooms to Let
Manthos Mountain Resort & Spa
Palladio Hotel
Pelias
Pelion Resort
Pelion Terra Escape
Portaria Hotel
Stevalia Hotel & Spa
Valeni Hotel
Αρχοντικό Ναουμίδη
Ερωφίλη
Εστία
Θεοξενεία
Κρίτσας
Μικρός Βοριάς
Πέτρινο
Φιλοξενία

Cafes in Portariá

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Onar
Veranda
Άλκηστις

Theatres in Portariá

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Αϊ1ταφίτικο

Bus Stations in Portariá

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Κατηχώρι Νο4 ->ΣΤΑΓΙΑΤΕΣ/ΑΗΔΟΝΟΦΩΛΙΕΣ

Gas Stations in Portariá

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
ΕΚΟ

Breweries in Portariá

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Πλάστιγγα

Stadiums & Teams in Portariá

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Portariá

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Χιονοδρομικό Κέντρο Πηλίου Αγριόλευκες 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Portariá

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nea Anchialos National AirportVOLMedium Airport
Skiathos Island National AirportJSIMedium Airport
Larissa Air BaseLRASmall Airport
Molos Airfield-Small Airport
Skotina Airfield-Small Airport
Terpsithea Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Portariá

16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Panagia Megalogeni
Αγ. Αθανάσιος εν Άθω
Αγ. Νικόλαος
Αγ. Παρασκευή
Αγ. Σπυρίδων | Αγ. Ευστάθιος
Αγ. Συμεών
Αγ. Τριάδα
Αγία Άννα
Αγία Κυριακή
Αγία Μαρίνα
Άγιος Αθανάσιος
Άγιος Γεώργιος
Άγιος Νικόλαος
Ιερό Παρεκκλήσιο Μεταμορφώσεως
Κοίμηση της Θεοτόκου
Παναγία Πορταρέα

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Athens
Elevation
620 m (2,034 ft)
Postal Code
37011

🇬🇷 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 Portariá

What is the population of Portariá?

Portariá has a population of 1,429 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 4,763 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles.

Is Portariá expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,684, 75% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Portariá?

Portariá enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.2 inches.

How is the job market in Portariá?

There are 83 business establishments in the area.

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