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San Luca, Italy
Calabria · Italy
San Luca is a small town in Calabria, Italy with a population of 3,699. Elevation: 820 ft (250 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
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About San Luca
San Luca is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Reggio Calabria in Italy, located about 100 kilometres (62 mi) southwest of Catanzaro and about 35 kilometres (22 mi) east of Reggio Calabria. The town is situated on the eastern slopes of the Aspromonte mountains and in the valley of the Bonamico river. The village has long been known as a stronghold of the 'Ndrangheta, a Mafia-type criminal organisation based in Calabria, with an ongoing clan based power struggle dubbed the San Luca feud.
People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 3,699 |
| Population Density | 383 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 820 ft (250 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.1467°, 16.0663° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Calabria |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.1 inches (1,171 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.5 inches (32 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $13,794 |
About San Luca
San Luca is a small town in Italy (Calabria) with a population of 3,699. The city sits at an elevation of 820 feet (250 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: San Luca vs Italy
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Income
| Median HH Income | $13,794 |
| 82% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 12.0% |
| 233% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 277 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.5°F |
| 5% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 329 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 820 ft (250 m) |
| Area | 9.7 sq mi (25.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 383/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.1467°N, 16.0663°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 | 39 km |
| 1908 | MESSINA STRAIT, IONIAN SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 13.0 m | 80,000 | 43 km |
| 1693 | ISLAND OF SICILY | Earthquake | 12.0 m | 54,000 | 146 km |
| 2002 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | 10.9 m | — | 103 km |
| 1916 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Earthquake | 10.0 m | — | 104 km |
| 1930 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 2.5 m | 6 | 103 km |
| 1988 | LA FOSSA VOLCANO, VULCANO IS. | Meteorological | 2.0 m | — | 100 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 1.3 m | 1 | 103 km |
| 1905 | TYRRHENIAN CALABRIA | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 557 | 58 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | — | 103 km |
| 1919 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | 4 | 103 km |
| 2021 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.4 m | — | 103 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.3 m | — | 103 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.0 m | — | 103 km |
| 2024 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | — | — | 103 km |
| 1990 | EASTERN SICILY | Earthquake | — | 19 | 109 km |
| 1954 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | — | — | 103 km |
| 1944 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | — | — | 103 km |
| 1907 | IONIAN CALABRIA | Earthquake | — | 158 | 5 km |
| 1870 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 127 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vulcano (101 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vulcano | Stratovolcano(es) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | 1890 | 101 km |
| Panarea | Stratovolcano | 399 m (1,309 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
| Stromboli | Stratovolcano | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 2020 | 103 km |
| Etna | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,295 m (10,810 ft) | 2020 | 104 km |
| Lipari | Stratovolcano(es) | 590 m (1,936 ft) | 1230 | 106 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 65°F (19°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 4.5 in |
San Luca has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 42°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.6") and June the driest (0.6").
Schools in San Luca
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scuola Elementare "Corrado Alvaro" | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San Luca
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Italia Anni 60 - Trentino Alto Adige | 60s, 70s | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Italia Anni 60 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Italia Anni 60 (Emilia-Romagna e Marche) | 60s, 70s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Star 2000 | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Promoradio Network | adult contemporary, reggio calabria | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Venere | corsano, italian pop | MP3 | |
| Radio Medua | — | 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 |
Museums in San Luca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa della Cultura "Leonida Repaci" | ||||
| Casa di Corrado Alvaro | ||||
| MuSaBa | ||||
| Museo Agro-Pastorale dell’Area Ellenofona | ||||
| Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Locri Epizefiri | ||||
| Museo calabrese di etnografia e folklore "Raffaele Corso" | ||||
| Museo Civico di Paleontologia e Scienze Naturali dell’Aspromonte | ||||
| Museo Civico Gemelli | ||||
| Museo d'arte sacra | ||||
| Museo del mare | ||||
| Museo del Territorio | ||||
| Museo dell'Olio | ||||
| Museo della Civiltà Contadina | ||||
| Museo della lingua Greco Calabra Gerhard Rohlfs | ||||
| Museo della sinagoga di Bova Marina | ||||
| Museo delle Varette della Settimana Santa | ||||
| Museo di storia naturale di Cittanova | ||||
| Museo didattico della civiltà contadina e artigiana | ||||
| Museo Diocesano | ||||
| Museo Diocesano Oppido Mamertina | ||||
| Piccolo museo della civiltà contadina | ||||
| Tempio di San Fantino |
Libraries in San Luca
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale "Armando La Torre" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale Antonio Renda | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria Arcadia | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria Napoli | 0.0 | |||||
| Palazzo Amaduri | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Luca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercato comunale |
Cafes in San Luca
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San Luca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Luca
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Reggio Calabria Airport | REG | Medium Airport |
| Ala Jonica Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ali Calabria Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Beppe Rascaglia Flying Field | — | Small Airport |
| Il Grifo Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in San Luca
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro Ce.J.Ri. | ||
| Riabilia di Luigi Barillaro & C. Srl |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Luca
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chiesa di San Nicola di Butramo | |
| Fontana |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About San Luca
What is the population of San Luca?
San Luca has a population of 3,699 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 383 people per square mile, spread across 9.7 square miles.
Is San Luca expensive to live in?
The median household income is $13,794, 82% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in San Luca?
San Luca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.1 inches, with 12.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in San Luca?
The job market in San Luca faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 277 business establishments in the area.