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Skópelos, Greece
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Skópelos is a small town in Thessaly, Greece with a population of 2,886. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).
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About Skópelos
Skopelos is the main town on the island of Skopelos. The island is located east of mainland Greece, northeast of the island of Euboea and is part of the regional unit of the Sporades in the region of Thessaly. It has a port and a small heliport.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 2,886 |
| Population Density | 83 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.1214°, 23.7269° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | Thessaly |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.7 inches (474 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $18,684 |
About Skópelos
Skópelos is a small town in Greece (Thessaly) with a population of 2,886. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Skópelos vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $18,684 |
| 75% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 167 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.5°F |
| 14% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 34.6 sq mi (89.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 83/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.1214°N, 23.7269°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
14 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 | 131 km |
| 1905 | NORTH AEGEAN SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 3.0 m | 11 | 133 km |
| 1894 | NORTH EVOIKOS GULF | Eruption + Earthquake | 3.0 m | — | 72 km |
| 1981 | GULF OF CORINTH | Earthquake | 1.3 m | — | 108 km |
| 1968 | LEMNOS ISLAND, NORTH AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 22 | 109 km |
| 1995 | GULF OF CORINTH: AIYION | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.0 m | 26 | 149 km |
| 1981 | ATHENS-EASTERN GULF OF CORINTH | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 22 | 121 km |
| 1928 | CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 20 | 140 km |
| 1992 | CORINTH GULF | Earthquake | — | — | 129 km |
| 1965 | AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | — | 38 | 39 km |
| 1955 | VOLOS GULF | Earthquake | — | 8 | 62 km |
| 1853 | CENTRAL GREECE (EVOIKOS GULF) | Earthquake | — | 17 | 99 km |
| 1585 | NORTH AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 137 km |
| -426 | CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF | Earthquake | — | 2,500 | 92 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Methana (171 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Methana | Lava dome(s) | 760 m (2,493 ft) | -258 | 171 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
Skópelos has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 47°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.9") and July the driest (0.4").
Radio Stations near Skópelos
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Skópelos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Papadiamanti Ancestral Home | ||||
| Pirate Museum | ||||
| Traditional House | ||||
| Zisis Oikonomou Museum | ||||
| Οικία Βακράτσα |
Hotels in Skópelos
10 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Skópelos
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Skópelos
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Skópelos
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Skópelos
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Skópelos
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Skópelos
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Skópelos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spira |
Ski Resorts Near Skópelos
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Χιονοδρομικό Κέντρο Πηλίου Αγριόλευκες | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Skópelos
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Skiathos Island National Airport | JSI | Medium Airport |
| Hellenic Sport Aviation Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kopaida Dimitra Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Perneri Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Skópelos
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Hellenic Post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Skópelos
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aghia Marina | |
| Aghia Triada | |
| Agia Anna | |
| Holy Church of the Holy Apostles | |
| Holy Church of the Nativity of Christ | |
| Holy Church of the Three Hierarchs and St Barbara | |
| Monastary Evagelismos | |
| Monastery Sotiros | |
| Taxiarches Monastery | |
| Virgin Mary (Panagitsa Tower) | |
| Ι. Ν. Αγίου Μιχαήλ Επισκόπου Συνάδων | |
| Ι.Ν. Επισκοπής της Σκοπέλου |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Skópelos?
Skópelos has a population of 2,886 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 83 people per square mile, spread across 34.6 square miles.
Is Skópelos expensive to live in?
The median household income is $18,684, 75% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Skópelos?
Skópelos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.7 inches.
How is the job market in Skópelos?
There are 167 business establishments in the area.