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Santa Lucia del Mela, Italy
Sicily · Italy
Santa Lucia del Mela is a small town in Sicily, Italy with a population of 4,084. Elevation: 705 ft (215 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
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DClimate
| Population | 4,084 |
| Population Density | 179 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 705 ft (215 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.1441°, 15.2806° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Sicily |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.9 inches (682 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $15,106 |
About Santa Lucia del Mela
Santa Lucia del Mela is a small town in Italy (Sicily) with a population of 4,084. The city sits at an elevation of 705 feet (215 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Santa Lucia del Mela vs Italy
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Income
| Median HH Income | $15,106 |
| 80% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 13.5% |
| 275% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 306 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Santa Lucia del Mela
Santa Lucia del Mela has an average annual temperature of 19.4°C (67°F). The hottest month is Aug (28°C), the coldest is Feb (12.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 950 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.5°F |
| 23% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 326 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 705 ft (215 m) |
| Area | 22.8 sq mi (59.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 179/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.1441°N, 15.2806°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 | 32 km |
| 1908 | MESSINA STRAIT, IONIAN SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 13.0 m | 80,000 | 26 km |
| 1693 | ISLAND OF SICILY | Earthquake | 12.0 m | 54,000 | 115 km |
| 2002 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | 10.9 m | — | 72 km |
| 1916 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Earthquake | 10.0 m | — | 75 km |
| 1930 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 2.5 m | 6 | 72 km |
| 1988 | LA FOSSA VOLCANO, VULCANO IS. | Meteorological | 2.0 m | — | 40 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 1.3 m | 1 | 72 km |
| 1905 | TYRRHENIAN CALABRIA | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 557 | 90 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | — | 72 km |
| 1919 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | 4 | 72 km |
| 2021 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.4 m | — | 72 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.3 m | — | 72 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.0 m | — | 72 km |
| 2024 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | — | — | 72 km |
| 1990 | EASTERN SICILY | Earthquake | — | 19 | 95 km |
| 1954 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | — | — | 72 km |
| 1944 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | — | — | 72 km |
| 1907 | IONIAN CALABRIA | Earthquake | — | 158 | 64 km |
| 1818 | EASTERN SICILY | Earthquake | — | 72 | 62 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vulcano (40 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vulcano | Stratovolcano(es) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | 1890 | 40 km |
| Lipari | Stratovolcano(es) | 590 m (1,936 ft) | 1230 | 49 km |
| Etna | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,295 m (10,810 ft) | 2020 | 51 km |
| Panarea | Stratovolcano | 399 m (1,309 ft) | Unknown | 58 km |
| Stromboli | Stratovolcano | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 2020 | 72 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (12°C) | 3.6 in | |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 86°F (30°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
Santa Lucia del Mela has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 48°F in February to 86°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (0.4").
Schools in Santa Lucia del Mela
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scuola secondaria di primo grado "Galluppi" | — | — | — | — |
| Scuola Primaria XXV Aprile | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santa Lucia del Mela
9 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 Taormina | classic hits, hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Milazzo | adult contemporary, milazzo | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RadioReload.it | contemporary, dance | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Studio 5 | atessa, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Empire | furci siculo, news | MP3 | |
| Radio Splash | dance, milazzo | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in Santa Lucia del Mela
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antica Farmacia | ||||
| Antica Filanda | ||||
| Antiquarium Archeologico | ||||
| Antiquarium Museo Archeologico | ||||
| LAB forma - Museo dell'argilla | ||||
| MuMa | ||||
| Museo archeologico "Santi Furnari" | ||||
| Museo cultura e musica popolare dei Peloritani | ||||
| Museo cultura e musica popolare dei Peloritani | ||||
| Museo dei SS. Pietro e Paolo d'Agrò | ||||
| Museo del Grano e della Cviltà Contadina | ||||
| Museo del Grano e della Cviltà Contadina | ||||
| Museo del Mare | ||||
| Museo del Risorgimento | ||||
| Museo dell' Emigrazione | ||||
| MUSEO DELLE ATTIVITA’ CONTADINE | ||||
| Museo di Storia della Medicina “Dott. Ottavio Badessa” | ||||
| Museo Epicentro | ||||
| Museo Etnoantropologico e Naturalistico "Domenico Ryolo" | ||||
| Museo etnostorico "Nello Cassata" | ||||
| Palazzo Livoti | ||||
| Parco Letterario Salvatore Quasimodo |
Libraries in Santa Lucia del Mela
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibbioteca comunale Oasi | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Carmelo Santalco di Villafranca Tirrena - Ex Comune | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunale "C. Condipodero" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale "Elvira Giorgianni Sellerio" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunale Corrado Cagli | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale Tino Parisi | 0.0 | |||||
| Stefano Tuccio | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Santa Lucia del Mela
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Santa Lucia del Mela
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Santa Lucia del Mela
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Santa Lucia del Mela
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Santa Lucia del Mela
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cannistrà Beer Service |
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Lucia del Mela
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Palazzetto dello Sport Giuseppe Rescifina | ||
| Stadio San Filippo - Franco Scoglio |
Airports Near Santa Lucia del Mela
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Catania-Fontanarossa Airport | CTA | Large Airport |
| Reggio Calabria Airport | REG | Medium Airport |
| Sigonella Navy Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Ala Jonica Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ali Calabria Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie Maletto Fly | — | Small Airport |
| Aviosuperficie Minotaurus e Medusa | — | Small Airport |
| Beppe Rascaglia Flying Field | — | Small Airport |
| Calatabiano (Aviosuperficie Angelo D'Arrigo) | — | Small Airport |
| Campo di Volo Aidone (cugno) | — | Small Airport |
| Campo di Volo Capo d'Orlando | — | Small Airport |
| Eagles Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Il Grifo Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Santa Lucia del Mela
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Santa Lucia del Mela |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Lucia del Mela
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chiesa del Rosario | |
| Chiesa del Sacro Cuore | |
| Chiesa dell'Annunziata | |
| chiesa di San Nicola | |
| Chiesa di Santa Caterina | |
| Chiesa di Santa Maria dell'arco | |
| chiesa di Santa Maria della Neve | |
| Concattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta | |
| Santuario Madonna della Provvidenza |
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What is the population of Santa Lucia del Mela?
Santa Lucia del Mela has a population of 4,084 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 179 people per square mile, spread across 22.8 square miles.
Is Santa Lucia del Mela expensive to live in?
The median household income is $15,106, 80% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Santa Lucia del Mela?
Santa Lucia del Mela enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.9 inches.
How is the job market in Santa Lucia del Mela?
The job market in Santa Lucia del Mela faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 306 business establishments in the area.