Sérres, Greece

Central Macedonia · Greece

Sérres is a mid-size city in Central Macedonia, Greece with a population of 58,287. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0

C+ Fair

58,287 Population 252/sq mi density

135 ft Elevation 41 meters

62°F Avg Temperature 17°C

20.5 in Annual Rain

Europe / Athens Timezone

$19,332 Median Income

C+

Overall

2.6 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.6 / 5.0

$19,332 median income

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About Sérres

Serres is a city in Macedonia, Greece. It is the capital of the Serres regional unit and the second largest city in the region of Central Macedonia, after Thessaloniki.

People

Population58,287

Density252/mi²

Economy

C+

Median Income$19,332

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)

Rain20.5 in/yr

Sunny Days311/yr

Elevation135 ft (41 m)

Population	58,287
Population Density	252 / sq mi
Elevation	135 ft (41 m)
Coordinates	41.0850°, 23.5476°
Timezone	Europe/Athens
Country	🇬🇷 Greece
State / Province	Central Macedonia
Average Temperature	62°F (17°C)
January Average	47°F (8°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation	20.5 inches (521 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.1 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income	$19,332

About Sérres

Sérres is a mid-size city in Greece (Central Macedonia) with a population of 58,287. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.

The median household income in Sérres is $19,332, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 3,381 business establishments.

Income: Sérres vs Greece

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Income

Median HH Income	$19,332
	74% below Greece avg

Employment & Poverty



Establishments (County)	3,381

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Sérres

Sérres has an average annual temperature of 15.3°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jul (27.7°C), the coldest is Jan (4.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 519 mm.

Month	Avg °C / °F	Min / Max °C	Rain (mm)
Jan	4.2°C / 40°F	-5.7° / 14.6°	69.4
Feb	6.3°C / 43°F	-4° / 17.9°	23.0
Mar	8.2°C / 47°F	-1.1° / 20.4°	42.4
Apr	12.4°C / 54°F	1.9° / 24.5°	54.0
May	18°C / 64°F	6.8° / 30.1°	36.2
Jun	24.1°C / 75°F	12.4° / 36.6°	43.1
Jul	27.7°C / 82°F	16° / 40°	21.4
Aug	27.4°C / 81°F	17.2° / 38.7°	26.9
Sep	22°C / 72°F	10.2° / 33.7°	26.9
Oct	16.3°C / 61°F	6.6° / 28°	35.6
Nov	10.8°C / 51°F	-0.5° / 23.5°	58.9
Dec	6.6°C / 44°F	-2.6° / 15.9°	81.5

Sérres enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 311 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 20.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	62.4°F
	16% above Greece avg
January Average	47°F (8°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	135 ft (41 m)
Area	231.7 sq mi (600.0 km²)
Population Density	252/sq mi
Coordinates	41.0850°N, 23.5476°W
Timezone	Europe/Athens

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.5"

46% below Greece avg

Snowfall 0.1"

Wettest Month (Nov) 2.32"

Driest Month (Aug) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,306 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 12, 2025.

Dec 21, 1990	14 km WNW of Gouménissa, Greece	M6.1	105 km
Jan 16, 2022	25 km SSE of Karyes, Greece	M5.5	135 km
Jun 7, 2025	6 km WNW of Karyes, Greece	M5.4	104 km
May 24, 2009	11 km WNW of Stathmós Mourión, Greece	M5.3	74 km
May 4, 1995	9 km NNW of Palaiochóri, Greece	M5.3	57 km
Aug 22, 2014	12 km S of Kassándreia, Greece	M5.2	128 km
Mar 4, 2012	8 km ENE of Sárti, Greece	M5.2	114 km
Feb 14, 2012	10 km ENE of Sárti, Greece	M5.2	116 km
Feb 7, 2023	4 km SSW of Níkiti, Greece	M4.9	101 km
Jan 2, 2018	2 km N of Stathmós Mourión, Greece	M4.9	64 km
Apr 21, 2018	3 km ESE of Pefkochóri, Greece	M4.9	124 km
Feb 15, 2025	12 km E of Ouranoupolis, Greece	M4.9	96 km
May 24, 2009	9 km W of Stathmós Mourión, Greece	M4.8	72 km
Sep 22, 2024	10 km NNE of Karyes, Greece	M4.8	104 km
May 24, 2014	25 km ESE of Sárti, Greece	M4.8	133 km
Apr 10, 1994	0 km SE of Pefkochóri, Greece	M4.7	123 km
May 3, 1995	11 km N of Palaiochóri, Greece	M4.7	56 km
Apr 11, 1998	15 km S of Sykiá, Greece	M4.6	136 km
Oct 29, 2003	2 km NNW of Néa Magnisía, Greece	M4.6	73 km
Aug 10, 1993	14 km SSW of Néa Kallikráteia, Greece	M4.6	109 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1905	NORTH AEGEAN SEA	Eruption + Earthquake	3.0 m	11	143 km
1932	NORTH AEGEAN	Earthquake	2.0 m	161	72 km
1902	AEGEAN SEA	Earthquake	-	5	45 km
1585	NORTH AEGEAN SEA	Earthquake	-	-	127 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	47°F (8°C)	1.7 in
February	41°F (5°C)	1.4 in
March	47°F (9°C)	1.6 in
April	55°F (13°C)	1.5 in
May	64°F (18°C)	1.8 in
June	72°F (22°C)	1.7 in
July	84°F (29°C)	1.3 in	Warmest
August	75°F (24°C)	0.9 in	Driest
September	68°F (20°C)	1.0 in
October	59°F (15°C)	1.8 in
November	48°F (9°C)	2.3 in	Wettest
December	41°F (5°C)	2.1 in	Coldest

Sérres has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 41°F in December to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.3") and August the driest (0.9").

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Colleges & Universities in Sérres

Institution	Type	Founded	Website
International Hellenic University (Serres Campus)	University	-	Visit →
Βιβλιοθήκη	University	-	,
Εργαστήρια Δομικών	University	-	,
Εργαστήρια Μηχανολόγων	University	-	,
Εργαστήρια Σ.Δ.Ο.	University	-	,
Εργαστήριο Σ.Τ.Ε.Φ.	University	-	,
Κτίριο Διοίκησης	University	-	,
Κτίριο νέων τμημάτων	University	-	,
Κτίριο πολλαπλών χρήσεων	University	-	,
Κτίριο Σ.Δ.Ο.	University	-	,
Κτίριο Σ.Τ.Ε.Φ.	University	-	,
Συνεδριακό κέντρο «Ευαγόρας Παλληκαρίδης»	University	-	,
ΤΕΦΑΑ	University	-	,
ΤΕΦΑΑ	University	-	,

Schools in Sérres

30 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
2ο Γενικό Λύκειο Σερρών, 2ο Γυμνάσιο Σερρών	-	-	-	-
Μουσικό Σχολείο Σερρών	-	-	-	-
Πειραματικό Δημοτικό Σχολείο	-	-	-	-
1ο & 19ο Νηπιαγωγείο	-	-	-	-
15ο & 21ο Δημοτικά Σχολεία Σερρών	-	-	-	-
4ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Σερρών	-	-	-	-
6ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Σερρών	-	-	-	-
17ο Δημοτικό σχολείο Σερρών	-	-	-	-
10ο & 24ο Δημοτικά Σχολεία Σερρών	-	-	-	-
13ο Δημοτικό σχολείο Σερρών	-	-	-	-
18ο Δημοτικό σχολείο Σερρών "Δημήτριος Σιαμάγκας"	-	-	-	-
2ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Σερρών	-	-	-	-
3ο Δημοτικό σχολείο Σερρών	-	-	-	-
23ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Σερρών	-	-	-	-
2ο ΕΠΑ.Λ. Σερρών	-	-	-	-
Παιδική Πολιτεία	-	-	-	-
7ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο	-	-	-	-
6ο Γυμνάσιο Σερρών	-	-	-	-
5ο Γενικό Λύκειο Σερρών, 5ο Γυμνάσιο Σερρών	-	-	-	-
4ο Γενικό Λύκειο Σερρών, 4ο Γυμνάσιο Σερρών	-	-	-	-
3ο Γενικό Λύκειο Σερρών	-	-	-	-
1ο Γυμνάσιο Σερρών	-	-	-	-
12ο Δημοτικό σχολείο Σερρών	-	-	-	-
8ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Σερρών	-	-	-	-
1ο & 3ο ΕΠΑΛ Σερρών	-	-	-	-
11ο Δημοτικό σχολείο Σερρών	-	-	-	-
19ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο	-	-	-	-
3ο Γυμνάσιο Σερρών	-	-	-	-
Κέντρο Εξέτασης Υποψηφίων Οδηγών	-	-	-	-
Φοιτητική λέσχη	-	-	-	-

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Radio Stations near Sérres

15 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Γαλαξίας 92.1 Σέρρες	greek folk	MP3 128 kbps
100 FM Radio 1	oldies, pop	MP3 256 kbps
Ακρόαμα 94.6	greek, mainstream	MP3 192 kbps
Polis 100	greek, mainstream	MP3 64 kbps
Σοκολάτα 102.4	greek, mainstream	MP3 320 kbps
Cosmos 93	greek music, news	MP3 64 kbps
Ράδιο Κιβωτός 99.2	byzantine, ecclesia	MP3 128 kbps
Σέρρες 98.9	greek, mainstream	MP3 128 kbps
Κιβωτός 99.2	orthodox christian, religion	MP3 128 kbps
E 103	greek music	MP3 128 kbps
Rodon 95	alternative, electronica	MP3 128 kbps
Sokolata 102,4	-	MP3 320 kbps
Notes 106	greek folk	MP3 192 kbps
Lemon 88.8	pop music	MP3 128 kbps
101 Radio 1	pop, rock	MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Sérres

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
"Το σπίτι του Θρακιώτη"
Archaeological Museum of Serres
Sarakatsani Folk Museum
Tobacco Museum
Εκκλησιαστικό Μουσείο Ι. Μ. Σερρών
Μουσείο Φυσικής Ιστορίας
Μουσείο φυσικής ιστορίας - Παλαιοντολογική έκθεση Θερμοπηγής
Τζιτζιρλί τζαμί

Libraries in Sérres

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη		0.0
Πνευματικό Κέντρο Πεντάπολης		0.0

Hotels in Sérres

6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Elpida Resort

Hotel Elpida

Hotel Galaxy

Metropolis

Έλενα

Φιλιππος Ξενια

Cafes in Sérres

10 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Batista

Caffeine

First Drop Coffee

Mikel

Serenata

The coffee store

The Espresso Bar Allegro

Παλιάτσος

Τράμ

Χρόνης

Cinemas in Sérres

2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Θερινό Σινεμά

Κρόνιο

Theatres in Sérres

4 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ανοιχτό Θέατρο

Αστέρια

Δημοτικό θερινό θεατράκι

Ορφέας

Castles in Sérres

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Πύργος του Ορέστη

Clinics in Sérres

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ΠΕΔΥ

Veterinaries in Sérres

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GR #5403558766

Train Stations in Sérres

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Serres Railway Station

Bus Stations in Sérres

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

KTEL - Bus Station Terminal of Serres

ΚΤΕΛ Σερρών

Gas Stations in Sérres

16 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AEGEAN

AVIN

JETOIL

KAOIL

REVOIL

SHELL

Α.Π.

ΑΠ

ΕΛΙΝΟΙΛ

Banks in Sérres

12 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alpha Bank

Attica Bank

Bank of Greece

Cooperative Bank of Serres

Eurobank Ergasias

National Bank of Greece

Piraeus Bank

Gyms in Sérres

2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Γυμναστήριο

Breweries in Sérres

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Siris Craft Brewery
ΜΙΚΡΟΖΥΘΟΠΟΙΙΑ ΣΕΡΡΩΝ

Stadiums & Teams in Sérres

Team	League	Division

Ski Resorts Near Sérres

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Slopes (km)	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Lailias Ski Centre	0.0	-	-	$0	-	-	-

Airports Near Sérres

7 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport	SKG	Large Airport
Agios Pavlos Airfield	-	Small Airport
Kolchiko Airfield	-	Small Airport
Sedes Air Base	-	Small Airport
Serres Emmanuel Pappas Airfield	-	Small Airport
Serres-Chortero Airfield	-	Small Airport
Sitagroi Airstrip	-	Small Airport

Post Offices in Sérres

3 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Hellenic Post
SPEEDEX
ΕΛΤΑ - Ταχυμεταφορές

Treatment Centers in Sérres

1 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Κέντρο Αποκατάστασης ΑΜΕΑ Σερρών

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sérres

28 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
:Saint Marina and Saint Anthonius
Chapel of Agios Minas & Agia Kyriaki
Church St. Nikitas
Saint Panteleimon
Αγία Παρασκευή
Άγιοι Ανάργυροι
Άγιοι Θεόδωροι
Άγιος Δημήτριος
Άγιος Ιωάννης Θεολόγος
Άγιος Νικόλαος
Εισόδια της Θεοτόκου
Ι.Ν. Αγ. Κων/νου & Ελένης
Ι.Ν. Αγίου Αθανασίου
Ι.Ν. Αγίου Θεράποντα
Ι.Ν. Ευαγγελίστριας
Ι.Ν. Παμμεγίστων Ταξιαρχών-Μητρόπολη Σερρών-Νιγρίτας
Ι.Ν. Τιμίου Σταυρού
Κοίμηση της Θεοτόκου
Ναός Παλαιοημερολογιτών Γ.Ο.Χ. Αγίου Φανουρίου
Παρεκκλήσι Αγίας Βαρβάρας
Παρεκκλήσι Αγίου Ιωάννη και Αγίου Λουκά του ιατρού
Παρεκκλήσι Αγίου Νεκταρίου
Παρεκκλήσι Αγίων Δώδεκα Αποστόλων
Παρεκκλήσι Κοιμήσεως της Θεοτόκου
Παρεκκλήσι Παναγίας Ηλιόκαλης
Παρεκκλήσι Τιμίου Προδρόμου (Προδρομούδι)
Προφήτης Ηλίας
Σαράντα Μάρτυρες

Quick Facts

Timezone

Europe/Athens

Elevation

70 m (230 ft)

Area

600.0 km² (231.6 mi²)

Postal Code

621 00–621 99

Website

serres.gr/

Twinned With

Blagoevgrad, Eilat, Fosses, Larissa, Nilüfer, Veliko Tarnovo

Things to See Near Sérres

32 places within 15 km

⚱️ Archaeological Sites (6)

• Αγριάνστα
• Ακρόπολη Σερρών
• Αρχαιολογικός χώρος
• Προϊστορικός οικισμός
• Υστερορωμαϊκό νεκροταφείο
+ 1 more

🏰 Castles (4)

• Κάστρο Ορεινής
• Πύργος Μονής Τιμίου Προδρόμου
• Πύργος της Μονής Τιμίου Προδρόμου
• Πύργος του Ορέστη

🕳️ Caves (1)

• Σπήλαιο Πελαδέ

🛡️ Forts (1)

• Yστεροβυζαντινά τείχη Βίσιανης

⛰️ Peaks (11)

• Απότομο
• Βλάχαινα
• Γραδίσκος
• Γυμνή Κορυφή
• Καπακλή
+ 6 more

🏛️ Ruins (6)

• Hut ruins
• Αρχοντικό Σιμαντώβ
• Ερείπια
• Ερείπια Κοίμησης της Θεοτόκου
• Ερείπια ναού Αγίας Παρασκευής
+ 1 more

🌄 Viewpoints (3)

• Πολυβολείο
• Πολυβολείο
• Πολυβολείο

🇬🇷 About Greece

Capital	Athens
Population	10,727,668
Area	131,940 km²
GDP (USD)	$242,946,187,738
GDP per capita	$23,344
HDI	0.893
Life expectancy	81.5 years
Internet users	85.0%
Urban population	78.8%
Currency	EUR (Euro)
Languages	Greek
Calling code	+30
TLD	.gr
Driving side	right

Public Holidays in Greece

15 public holidays this year

Date	Holiday	Local Name
Jan 1	New Year's Day	Πρωτοχρονιά
Jan 6	Epiphany	Θεοφάνεια
Feb 23	Clean Monday	Καθαρά Δευτέρα
Mar 25	Annunciation	Ευαγγελισμός της Θεοτόκου
Mar 25	Independence Day	Εικοστή Πέμπτη Μαρτίου
Apr 10	Good Friday	Μεγάλη Παρασκευή
Apr 12	Easter Sunday	Κυριακή του Πάσχα
Apr 13	Easter Monday	Δευτέρα του Πάσχα
May 1	Labour Day	Εργατική Πρωτομαγιά
May 31	Pentecost	Πεντηκοστή
Jun 1	Whit Monday	Δευτέρα Πεντηκοστής
Aug 15	Assumption Day	Κοίμηση της Θεοτόκου
Oct 28	Ochi Day	Το Όχι
Dec 25	Christmas Day	Χριστούγεννα
Dec 26	St. Stephen's Day	Σύναξις Υπεραγίας Θεοτόκου Μαρίας

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sérres

What is the population of Sérres?

Sérres has a population of 58,287 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 252 people per square mile, spread across 231.7 square miles.

Is Sérres expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,332, 74% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Sérres?

Sérres enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.5 inches.

How is the job market in Sérres?

There are 3,381 business establishments in the area.

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