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Samarína, Greece
West Macedonia · Greece
Samarína is a small town in West Macedonia, Greece with a population of 839. Elevation: 4,721 ft (1,439 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
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About Samarína
Samarina is a village and a former municipality in Grevena regional unit, Western Macedonia, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform it is part of the municipality Grevena, of which it is a municipal unit. Its population primarily consists of Aromanians (Vlachs). The population was 253 people as of 2021. It attracts many tourists due to its scenic location and beautiful pine and beech forests. The municipal unit has an area of 97.245 km2.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 839 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,721 ft (1,439 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.1046°, 21.0186° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | West Macedonia |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.8 inches (884 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.5 inches (16 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $17,064 |
About Samarína
Samarína is a small town in Greece (West Macedonia) with a population of 839. The city sits at an elevation of 4,721 feet (1,439 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Samarína vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $17,064 |
| 77% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 49 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.8°F |
| 13% below Greece avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 273 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,721 ft (1,439 m) |
| Area | 801.3 sq mi (2,075.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1046°N, 21.0186°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2003 | IONIAN SEA | Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 111 km |
| 1911 | OCHRIDA LAKE | Earthquake | — | — | 90 km |
| 1883 | IONIAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | — | — | 110 km |
| 1866 | ALBANIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | 60 | 139 km |
| 1866 | BAY OF VLORE | Earthquake | — | — | 141 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-0°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (-0°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 44°F (6°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 3.9 in |
Samarína has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 31°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.3") and June the driest (1.7").
Radio Stations near Samarína
21 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| I.M. Καστοριάς 97.9 | orthodox christian, religion | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ρωμαίος 94 | greek, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Δημοτικό Ραδιόφωνο Ιωαννίνων 98.7 | municipal | MP3 | |
| Έρωτας 92 | greek, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ήπειρος 94.5 | greek, traditional | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Πίνδος 107.7 | greek traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Παμβώτις 105.7 | greek, traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ράδιο Παμβώτις 105.7 | greek traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Star Γρεβενά | news, pop | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Antenna 94 | greek music, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Party 97.1 | greek, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ράδιο Γρεβενά 101.5 | greek folk, news talk | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Kastoria 91.5 | greek music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ioannina DeeJay 89.6 | mainstream, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Antennes Καστοριά | news, pop | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Alpha Καστοριά | news, pop | MP3 | |
| Radio Lehovo | florina, greek pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Studio E 103 | sports talk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Spirto 104.7 | greek music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kiss Fm 91.1 Ioannina | — | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Action 98.2 | pop | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Samarína
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Folk Museum | ||||
| Lazarides | ||||
| Λαογραφικό Μουσείο Κυπαρισσίου | ||||
| Μουσείο | ||||
| Μουσείο Γυναίκας του Πίνδου | ||||
| Μουσείο Δημοκρατικού Στρατού Ελλάδος | ||||
| Μουσείο Υδροκίνησης |
Hotels in Samarína
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Samarína
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Samarína
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Samarína
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pertouli Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Vasilitsa national ski centre | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Samarína
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ioannina King Pyrrhus National Airport | IOA | Medium Airport |
| Eordaea Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Florina Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kastoria National Airport Aristotle | KSO | Small Airport |
| Margariti Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Samarína
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Agia Paraskevi | |
| Agios Georgios | |
| Agios Georgios | |
| Agios Sotiras | |
| Koimisi tis Theotokou | |
| Panagia | |
| Profitis Ilias | |
| Profitis Ilias | |
| Αγ. Νικόλαος | |
| Αγία Παρασκευή | |
| Αγία Παρασκευή | |
| Άγιος Αθανάσιος(Κιάφα) | |
| Μεταμόρφωση του Σωτήρος | |
| Σωτήρος |
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What is the population of Samarína?
Samarína has a population of 839 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 801.3 square miles.
Is Samarína expensive to live in?
The median household income is $17,064, 77% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Samarína?
Samarína has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.8 inches, with 6.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Samarína?
There are 49 business establishments in the area.