Skiáthos, Greece

Thessaly · Greece

Skiáthos is a small town in Thessaly, Greece with a population of 4,897. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

4,897 Population 141/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
18.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone

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About Skiáthos

Skiáthos

Skiathos is a city on the island of Skiathos in the Aegean Sea belonging to Greece. Skiathos town has a school, a lyceum, a gymnasium, many churches, banks, a post office, and a square. It has a port which shelters small boats and from where ferry services connect to Skopelos, Volos, Agios Konstantinos and the rest of Greece.

People

Population4,897
Density141/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Population4,897
Population Density141 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates39.1623°, 23.4909°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvinceThessaly
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation18.4 inches (466 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Skiáthos

Skiáthos is a small town in Greece (Thessaly) with a population of 4,897. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.

Skiáthos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above Greece avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area34.6 sq mi (89.7 km²)
Population Density141/sq mi
Coordinates39.1623°N, 23.4909°E
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.4"
52% below Greece avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.80"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4,095 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 18, 2025.

Jul 26, 2001 32 km WNW of Skýros, Greece M6.5 66 km
Jun 15, 1995 8 km WNW of Galaxídhion, Greece M6.5 135 km
Mar 3, 2021 9 km W of Týrnavos, Greece M6.3 131 km
Sep 7, 1999 5 km WNW of Fylí, Greece M6.0 116 km
Nov 18, 1992 10 km SE of Galaxídhion, Greece M5.9 131 km
Mar 18, 1993 11 km NNE of Témeni, Greece M5.8 148 km
Mar 4, 2021 11 km E of Verdikoússa, Greece M5.8 137 km
Nov 5, 1997 10 km NW of Galaxídhion, Greece M5.6 132 km
Mar 12, 2021 8 km W of Elassóna, Greece M5.6 145 km
Jan 16, 2022 25 km SSE of Karyes, Greece M5.5 123 km
Jul 23, 1992 43 km ESE of Sykiá, Greece M5.5 108 km
Jun 7, 2025 6 km WNW of Karyes, Greece M5.4 136 km
Jun 15, 1995 3 km E of Galaxídhion, Greece M5.4 127 km
Jun 9, 2015 13 km E of Malesína, Greece M5.3 61 km
Sep 16, 2013 9 km NNW of Eláteia, Greece M5.3 83 km
Jul 19, 2019 1 km NNE of Magoúla, Greece M5.3 119 km
Mar 30, 2019 2 km SE of Galaxídhion, Greece M5.3 130 km
Mar 3, 2021 5 km WSW of Týrnavos, Greece M5.3 126 km
Aug 7, 2013 9 km NW of Eláteia, Greece M5.3 87 km
Jun 9, 2003 7 km E of Tsarítsani, Greece M5.2 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

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

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1965 NORTH CORINTH GULF Eruption + Earthquake 3.0 m 2 119 km
1905 NORTH AEGEAN SEA Eruption + Earthquake 3.0 m 11 142 km
1894 NORTH EVOIKOS GULF Eruption + Earthquake 3.0 m - 62 km
1981 GULF OF CORINTH Earthquake 1.3 m - 108 km
1968 LEMNOS ISLAND, NORTH AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 1.2 m 22 128 km
1995 GULF OF CORINTH: AIYION Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m 26 135 km
1981 ATHENS-EASTERN GULF OF CORINTH Earthquake 1.0 m 22 115 km
1928 CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF Earthquake 0.6 m 20 136 km
1992 CORINTH GULF Earthquake - - 118 km
1965 AEGEAN SEA Earthquake - 38 51 km
1955 VOLOS GULF Earthquake - 8 43 km
1862 IONIAN SEA Earthquake - - 148 km
1853 CENTRAL GREECE (EVOIKOS GULF) Earthquake - 17 101 km
1794 CORINTH GULF Eruption + Earthquake - - 141 km
1585 NORTH AEGEAN SEA Earthquake - - 144 km
1402 GULF OF CORINTH Earthquake - - 150 km
-373 CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF Eruption + Earthquake - - 148 km
-426 CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF Earthquake - 2,500 74 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Methana (173 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Methana Lava dome(s) 760 m (2,493 ft) -258 173 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

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 53°F (12°C) 2.0 in
April 58°F (15°C) 1.3 in
May 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in
June 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in
July 80°F (27°C) 0.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 80°F (26°C) 0.5 in
September 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in
October 65°F (18°C) 2.2 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
December 51°F (10°C) 2.8 in Wettest

Skiáthos has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 48°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.8") and July the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Skiáthos

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Γυμνάσιο - Λύκειο Σκιάθου - - - -
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Radio Stations near Skiáthos

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Istiaia hits MP3 256 kbps
Istiaia 100.4 greek pop, mainstream MP3 256 kbps
Yolo 102.1 greek, mainstream MP3 128 kbps
Live 89.6 greek, mainstream MP3 128 kbps
Avanti 98.3 greek pop, pop MP3 128 kbps
Stylida 94.1 - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Skiáthos

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dosini Tower Gouves
Papadiamanti Ancestral Home
Zisis Oikonomou Museum
Οικία Βακράτσα
ΦΑΜΠΕΙΟ - FAMPA ART MUSEUM

Hotels in Skiáthos

34 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

8kto (okto) guest house
Agnadi
Aphrodite Skiathos
Atlas Skiathos
Atrium Hotel
Avaton Hotel
Avaton Suites & VIllas
Calma Bungalows
Calma Skiathos
Elivi Skiathos
Entelia
Esperides Beach Hotel
Fresh Studios apartments
Frina's House
Hotel Kostis
Hotel San Antonio
Irida Aegean View Hotel
Magic
Panorama Hotel
Pension Eliza
Pension pineapple
Plaza
Princess Resort
Skiathos Premier Hotel
Strofilia
Telis
The Stone Villa 1869
Theodora studios
Troulos Bay Hotel
Villa Angela
Villa Christina
Villa Miltos
Zobras Family House
Σκιάθος Palace

Cafes in Skiáthos

13 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

7sins
Athos
Cafe nostalgic
Diamanti Beach tavern
Foodie Café
Golden Cafe
Jasmine
Maistrali
Mamma Mia bakery
Melina's
Street Food Republic
Summer Breeze
Vamos

Cinemas in Skiáthos

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Attikon

Castles in Skiáthos

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bourtzi of Skiathos
Castle of Skiathos

Clinics in Skiáthos

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Skiathos Health Centre

Bus Stations in Skiáthos

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

26 Koukounaries (Path to Banana)

Gas Stations in Skiáthos

8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

EKO
EKO
SHELL
ΕΛΙΝΟΙΛ
ΕΛΙΝΟΙΛ
ΕΛΙΝΟΙΛ
ΕΛΙΝΟΙΛ
ΕΛΙΝΟΙΛ

Banks in Skiáthos

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

National Bank of Greece

Breweries in Skiáthos

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Spira

Ski Resorts Near Skiáthos

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Χιονοδρομικό Κέντρο Πηλίου Αγριόλευκες 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Skiáthos

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nea Anchialos National AirportVOLMedium Airport
Skiathos Island National AirportJSIMedium Airport
Hellenic Sport Aviation Airstrip-Small Airport
Kopaida Dimitra Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Skiáthos

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Hellenic Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Skiáthos

22 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ag. Katerini
Agía Marína
Agioi Anargiri
Agios Alexandros
Agios Apostolos
Agios Charalambos Monastery
Agios Dionisios
Agios Georgios
Agios Nikolaou
Agios Sozon
Ágios Vasílis
Christós
Ekklisia Agios Fanourios
Monastery of Panagia Kechria
Profitis Elias
Άγιοι Θεόδωροι
Άγιος Νικόλαος
Άγιος Παντελεήμων
Άγιος Φλώρος
Παναγιά
Παναγιά Γλυκοφιλούσα
Παναγιά Ντομαν

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Athens
Elevation
5 m (16 ft)
Postal Code
370 02
Website
n-skiathos.gr/

🇬🇷 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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What is the population of Skiáthos?

Skiáthos has a population of 4,897 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 141 people per square mile, spread across 34.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Skiáthos?

Skiáthos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 18.4 inches.

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