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Roccaforzata, Italy
Apulia · Italy
Roccaforzata is a small town in Apulia, Italy with a population of 1,746. Elevation: 476 ft (145 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Roccaforzata
Roccaforzata is a town and comune in the province of Taranto, Apulia, southeastern Italy. Roccaforzata was historically an Arbëreshë settlement. After the inhabitants abandoned the Albanian Greek Orthodox faith they assimilated into the local population.
People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 1,746 |
| Population Density | 172 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 476 ft (145 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.4370°, 17.3899° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Apulia |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.6 inches (548 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $18,497 |
About Roccaforzata
Roccaforzata is a small town in Italy (Apulia) with a population of 1,746. The city sits at an elevation of 476 feet (145 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Roccaforzata vs Italy
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Income
| Median HH Income | $18,497 |
| 75% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 13.2% |
| 267% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 131 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.4°F |
| 14% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 297 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 476 ft (145 m) |
| Area | 10.2 sq mi (26.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 172/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.4370°N, 17.3899°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1836 | ROSSANO | Earthquake | - | 589 | 115 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 56°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.7 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 2.7 in |
Roccaforzata has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 48°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 21.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (0.6").
Radio Stations near Roccaforzata
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Antenna Sud | - | MP3 | |
| Radio Alto Jonio - RAJ | - | MP3 | |
| Radio Cittadella | hits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Idea Radio | classic hits, hits | AAC+ 36 kbps |
Museums in Roccaforzata
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARENA CASABLANCA | ||||
| Casa del Santo | ||||
| Chiostro del convento di San Domenico | ||||
| CRAC Puglia | ||||
| Cripta del Redentore | ||||
| Ex Convento dei Cappuccini | ||||
| Istituto Talassografico | ||||
| MAAC Centro Documentazione Archeologica e Museo d'Arte Contemporanea | ||||
| MAR.TA Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Taranto | ||||
| Masseria Lupoli | ||||
| Mudi Museo Diocesano di Taranto | ||||
| MUDIT -Museo degli Illustri | ||||
| Museo Archeologico di Pezza Petrosa | ||||
| Museo Civico di Manduria | ||||
| Museo dell'olio | ||||
| Museo della ceramica di Grottaglie | ||||
| Museo della Civiltà del Vino Primitivo | ||||
| Museo di Storia Medioevale | ||||
| Museo etnografico Alfredo Majorano | ||||
| Museo Ipogeo Spartano di Taranto | ||||
| Museo Meteorico - Sismico | ||||
| Museo Missionario Cinese e di Storia Naturale | ||||
| Palazzo Carducci Artenisio | ||||
| Palazzo Stola | ||||
| Pinacoteca Emilio Notte |
Libraries in Roccaforzata
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Acclavio | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale "G. Calò" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunale "Gaspare Pignatelli" | 0.0 | |||||
| BIBLIOTECA COMUNALE, G. MONTELEONE | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca dei Padri Gesuiti | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Michele Ciracì | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Parrocchiale "San Carlo Borromeo" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pietro Gatti | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca San Francesco | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca San Francesco De Geronimo | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria Athena Sas | 0.0 | |||||
| Palazzo Caniglia | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Roccaforzata
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercato di Piazza Sicilia | |||||
| Mercato di Piazza Sicilia | |||||
| Mercato Fadini | |||||
| mercato salinella | |||||
| Piazza Mercato Nuova |
Gas Stations in Roccaforzata
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Roccaforzata
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Roccaforzata
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport | BRI | Large Airport |
| Brindisi Airport | BDS | Large Airport |
| Gioia del Colle Antonio Ramirez Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Lecce Galatina Air Base / Galatina Fortunato Cesari Airport | LCC | Medium Airport |
| Taranto-Grottaglie Marcello Arlotta Airport | TAR | Medium Airport |
| Aerotre Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Al Canale Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| AliPuglia Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Antares Aeroclub Brindisi Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| ASD Salento Fly Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Campovolo Bellamarinafly | - | Small Airport |
| Dune Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Esperti Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gallipoli Flying Field | - | Small Airport |
| Masseria Antelmi Private Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Monticchio Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Natile Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Paretano Fly Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Policoro Saline Flying Field | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Chiara Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Roccaforzata
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro di Medicina Sociale Della Riabilitazione | ||
| Ortokinesi Center - Dr. Petrocelli Guido | ||
| Osmairm | ||
| Servizi d'igiene e sanità pubblica |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Roccaforzata
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chiesa della Santissima Trinità | |
| La Stella del Mattino |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Italy
14 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Roccaforzata
What is the population of Roccaforzata?
Roccaforzata has a population of 1,746 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 172 people per square mile, spread across 10.2 square miles.
Is Roccaforzata expensive to live in?
The median household income is $18,497, 75% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Roccaforzata?
Roccaforzata enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.6 inches.
How is the job market in Roccaforzata?
The job market in Roccaforzata faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 131 business establishments in the area.