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Riace, Italy
Calabria · Italy
Riace is a small town in Calabria, Italy with a population of 585. Elevation: 984 ft (300 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 585 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 984 ft (300 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.4183°, 16.4812° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Calabria |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.4 inches (848 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $15,071 |
About Riace
Riace is a small town in Italy (Calabria) with a population of 585. The city sits at an elevation of 984 feet (300 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Riace vs Italy
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Income
| Median HH Income | $15,071 |
| 80% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 13.6% |
| 278% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 44 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 331 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 984 ft (300 m) |
| Area | 44.5 sq mi (115.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4183°N, 16.4812°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 16.0 m (52 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1783 | MESSINA STRAITS | Eruption + Earthquake | 16.0 m | 1,500 | 77 km |
| 1908 | MESSINA STRAIT, IONIAN SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 13.0 m | 80,000 | 83 km |
| 2002 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | 10.9 m | — | 118 km |
| 1916 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Earthquake | 10.0 m | — | 117 km |
| 1930 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 2.5 m | 6 | 118 km |
| 1988 | LA FOSSA VOLCANO, VULCANO IS. | Meteorological | 2.0 m | — | 132 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 1.3 m | 1 | 118 km |
| 1905 | TYRRHENIAN CALABRIA | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 557 | 45 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | — | 118 km |
| 1919 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | 4 | 118 km |
| 2021 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.4 m | — | 118 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.3 m | — | 118 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.0 m | — | 118 km |
| 2024 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | — | — | 118 km |
| 1954 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | — | — | 118 km |
| 1944 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | — | — | 118 km |
| 1907 | IONIAN CALABRIA | Earthquake | — | 158 | 52 km |
| 1870 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 97 km |
| 1836 | ROSSANO | Earthquake | — | 589 | 132 km |
| 1818 | EASTERN SICILY | Earthquake | — | 72 | 149 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Stromboli (118 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Stromboli | Stratovolcano | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 2020 | 118 km |
| Panarea | Stratovolcano | 399 m (1,309 ft) | Unknown | 126 km |
| Vulcano | Stratovolcano(es) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | 1890 | 132 km |
| Lipari | Stratovolcano(es) | 590 m (1,936 ft) | 1230 | 135 km |
| Etna | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,295 m (10,810 ft) | 2020 | 150 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 5.0 in |
Riace has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 48°F in February to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.0") and June the driest (0.7").
Radio Stations near Riace
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Gamma Gioiosa | local news, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Star 2000 | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Promoradio Network | adult contemporary, reggio calabria | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Gioiosa Marina | adult contemporary, local news | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Eco Sud | molochio, pop | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Onda Verde | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Valentina | adult contemporary, news | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Riace
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antiquarium Civico/Museo Archeologico Statale | ||||
| Fabbrica D'armi di Mongiana | ||||
| MuSaBa | ||||
| Museo "Pietrarotta" | ||||
| Museo Antica Kaulon | ||||
| Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Locri Epizefiri | ||||
| Museo d'arte contemporanea - AM International | ||||
| Museo del Territorio | ||||
| Museo dell'Eremo di Monte Stella | ||||
| Museo della Certosa | ||||
| Museo della Cultura mineraria | ||||
| Museo della memoria | ||||
| Museo delle reali ferriere borboniche | ||||
| Museo e conservatorio di musica popolare della Calabria | ||||
| MUSMIR Museo Multimediale Immersivo di Roccella Jonica | ||||
| Oggetti di civiltà contadina | ||||
| Pinacoteca Comunale |
Libraries in Riace
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Ada SaffoSapere | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale "Armando La Torre" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca dei Redentoristi | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca per i diritti umani | 0.0 | |||||
| Palazzo Amaduri | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Riace
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercato Coperto |
Cafes in Riace
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Riace
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Riace
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Riace
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Riace
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lamezia Terme Sant'Eufemia International Airport | SUF | Large Airport |
| Crotone Sant'Anna Pythagoras Airport | CRV | Medium Airport |
| Ali Calabria Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Beppe Rascaglia Flying Field | — | Small Airport |
| Il Grifo Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Riace
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ufficio postale |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Riace
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chiesa dei Santi Cosma e Damiano | |
| Chiesa dello Spirito Santo | |
| Chiesa Matrice |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Italy
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Riace
What is the population of Riace?
Riace has a population of 585 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 44.5 square miles.
Is Riace expensive to live in?
The median household income is $15,071, 80% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Riace?
Riace enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.4 inches.
How is the job market in Riace?
The job market in Riace faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 44 business establishments in the area.