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Rapolla, Italy
Basilicate · Italy
Rapolla is a small town in Basilicate, Italy with a population of 3,989. Elevation: 1,476 ft (450 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Rapolla
Rapolla is a town and comune in the province of Potenza, in the Southern Italian region of Basilicata. It is bounded by the comuni of Barile, Lavello, Melfi, Rionero in Vulture, Venosa.
People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 3,989 |
| Population Density | 49 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,476 ft (450 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.9750°, 15.6720° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Basilicate |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.5 inches (825 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.8 inches (15 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $17,335 |
About Rapolla
Rapolla is a small town in Italy (Basilicate) with a population of 3,989. The city sits at an elevation of 1,476 feet (450 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Rapolla vs Italy
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $17,335 |
| 77% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 12.4% |
| 244% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 299 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.9°F |
| 9% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,476 ft (450 m) |
| Area | 81.4 sq mi (210.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 49/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.9750°N, 15.6720°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1631 | BAY OF NAPLES | Eruption | 5.0 m | 4,000 | 106 km |
| 1906 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Astronomical | 0.4 m | 350 | 106 km |
| 1805 | CAMPANIA | Earthquake | - | - | 116 km |
| 1731 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 3,600 | 60 km |
| 1627 | GARGANO PENINSULA | Earthquake | - | 5,000 | 89 km |
| 1562 | REGGIO DI CALABRIA | Earthquake | - | - | 55 km |
| 79 | BAY OF NAPLES | Eruption | - | 2,100 | 106 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vesuvius (106 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vesuvius | Stratovolcano | 1,281 m (4,203 ft) | 1944 | 106 km |
| Campi Flegrei | Caldera | 458 m (1,503 ft) | 1538 | 130 km |
| Ischia | Complex | 789 m (2,589 ft) | 1302 | 152 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| February | 42°F (5°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 65°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 2.2 in |
Rapolla has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 42°F in February to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.5") and July the driest (0.9").
Radio Stations near Rapolla
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ritmo 80 | 80s | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio Irene | 00s, 70s | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Potenza Centrale | italian pop, pop | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Selene | adult contemporary, corato | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO TOUR | anni 70, anni 80 | AAC+ 192 kbps | |
| Radio Carina | adult contemporary, local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Ruoti | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Altamura Uno | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio New Sound | hits, musica italiana | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio TRC | cerignola, hot adult contemporary | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Rapolla
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C.E.R.A | ||||
| Casa natale di Carmine Crocco | ||||
| Casa natale S. Gerardo Maiella | ||||
| Casa-Museo dalla Civiltà Contadina | ||||
| M.A.V.I. | ||||
| Museo archeologico nazionale del melfese | ||||
| Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Muro Lucano | ||||
| Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Venosa | ||||
| Museo Civico "Palazzo Donadoni" | ||||
| Museo di Storia Naturale del Vulture | ||||
| Museo Diocesano | ||||
| Museo Diocesano | ||||
| Parco Archeologico dei Dauni |
Libraries in Rapolla
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Biomedica IRCCS CROB | 0.0 | |||||
| Palazzo Muscio-Messina | 0.0 |
Hotels in Rapolla
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Rapolla
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rapolla
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rapolla
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rapolla
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rapolla
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Amendola Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Foggia Gino Lisa Airport | FOG | Medium Airport |
| Ali sul Castello Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Altavillafly Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie Templare Paestum | - | Small Airport |
| Batfly Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Campo di volo S.Elia (Buccino) | - | Small Airport |
| Falcone Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fly and Go Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gargano Pilot Captain Saverio Tadesco Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Grumentum Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oasi da Peppe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pantano Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sky Ufita Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Rapolla
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Poste Italiane |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rapolla
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chiesa di San Francesco | |
| Chiesa di Santa Lucia | |
| Concattedrale di Rapolla | |
| Spirito Santo |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Rapolla?
Rapolla has a population of 3,989 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 49 people per square mile, spread across 81.4 square miles.
Is Rapolla expensive to live in?
The median household income is $17,335, 77% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Rapolla?
Rapolla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.5 inches, with 5.8 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Rapolla?
The job market in Rapolla faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.4% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 299 business establishments in the area.