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Skópelos, Greece

North Aegean · Greece

Skópelos is a small town in North Aegean, Greece with a population of 1,530. Elevation: 479 ft (146 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

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C+ Fair
1,530 Population 245/sq mi density
479 ft Elevation 146 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
25.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
$14,904 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$14,904 median income

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About Skópelos

Skópelos

Agiasos is a small town and a former municipality on the island of Lesbos, North Aegean, Greece. Since the 2019 local government reform, it became a municipality unit that is part of the municipality of Mytilene. The municipal unit has an area of 79.924 km2. It is located at the slopes of mount Olympos, at a height of 475 meters (1,558 ft), 26 kilometers (16 mi) from Mytilene.

People

Population1,530
Density245/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$14,904

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation479 ft (146 m)
Population1,530
Population Density245 / sq mi
Elevation479 ft (146 m)
Coordinates39.0292°, 26.4484°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvinceNorth Aegean
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation25.4 inches (644 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$14,904

About Skópelos

Skópelos is a small town in Greece (North Aegean) with a population of 1,530. The city sits at an elevation of 479 feet (146 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.

The median household income in Skópelos is $14,904, which is 80% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 89 business establishments.

Income: Skópelos vs Greece

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Income

Median HH Income$14,904
80% below Greece avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)89

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Skópelos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 479 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.4°F
10% above Greece avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation479 ft (146 m)
Area6.3 sq mi (16.2 km²)
Population Density245/sq mi
Coordinates39.0292°N, 26.4484°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.4"
33% below Greece avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.96"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5,710 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 24, 2025.

Jun 12, 2017 5 km S of Plomári, Greece M6.3 13 km
Nov 6, 1992 14 km ESE of Seferihisar, Turkey M6.1 108 km
Aug 10, 2025 10 km WSW of Bigadiç, Turkey M6.1 140 km
Nov 14, 1997 36 km SSW of Eresós, Greece M6.0 60 km
Apr 10, 2003 10 km ENE of Seferihisar, Turkey M5.8 100 km
Jan 8, 2013 47 km ESE of Mýrina, Greece M5.7 105 km
Jun 10, 2001 6 km NE of Psará, Greece M5.6 88 km
Jan 22, 2020 15 km ESE of K?rka?aç, Turkey M5.6 120 km
May 24, 1994 4 km NE of Karaburun, Turkey M5.5 41 km
Apr 2, 1996 8 km N of Samos, Greece M5.4 142 km
Jan 28, 1994 7 km SW of Saruhanl?, Turkey M5.4 98 km
Feb 12, 2017 24 km WNW of Behram, Turkey M5.3 71 km
Feb 6, 2017 25 km WNW of Behram, Turkey M5.3 71 km
Feb 7, 2017 18 km NNW of Míthymna, Greece M5.3 63 km
Feb 1, 2021 11 km SW of Polichnítos, Greece M5.2 32 km
Jun 17, 2017 10 km SSE of Plomári, Greece M5.2 16 km
Feb 6, 2017 23 km WNW of Behram, Turkey M5.2 69 km
Jun 26, 2020 13 km NW of Gölmarmara, Turkey M5.2 119 km
Apr 17, 2003 14 km ESE of Seferihisar, Turkey M5.2 108 km
Jul 25, 1999 14 km SW of Bigadiç, Turkey M5.2 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

9 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.3 m (17 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2020 AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 5.3 m 118 129 km
1949 CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS Earthquake 2.0 m 7 35 km
1968 LEMNOS ISLAND, NORTH AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 1.2 m 22 134 km
2017 LESBOS Earthquake 0.2 m 1 13 km
1944 EDREMIT GULF, AEGEAN SEA Earthquake 30 55 km
1867 LESBOS Earthquake 563 19 km
1856 CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS Earthquake 61 km
1668 SMYRNA, W. TURKEY Earthquake 90 km
1389 CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS Earthquake 2 71 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Kula (186 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kula Pyroclastic cone(s) 750 m (2,461 ft) Unknown 186 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 4.3 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 3.6 in
March 48°F (9°C) 2.9 in
April 56°F (13°C) 1.9 in
May 64°F (18°C) 1.1 in
June 72°F (22°C) 0.5 in
July 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in
October 62°F (17°C) 1.5 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
December 48°F (9°C) 5.0 in Wettest

Skópelos has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 44°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.0") and August the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Skópelos

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Batı Radyo (TR) classical AAC+ 64 kbps
105FM antifa news, electronic MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Skópelos

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archaeological Museum - New Building
Ecclesiastical Byzantine Museum of Mytilene
Folk Museum
Halim Bey Municipal Art Gallery
Industrial olive oil production museum in Lesvos
Museum Parelthon
Natural History Collection
Olive press Museum
Theophilos Museum
Λαϊκό μουσείο
Μουσείο Βρανά
Μουσείο Ούζου Βαρβαγιάννη
Μουσείο Ρητίνης Αμπελικού
Μουσείο Τεριάντ
Ο κόσμος του ούζου
Τσαρσί Χαμάμ

Libraries in Skópelos

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ΔΗΜΟΤΙΚΗ ΒΙΒΛΙΟΘΗΚΗ0.0
Δημοτική βιβλιοθήκη0.0
Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη Μυτιλήνης0.0
Πανεπιστήμιο Βιβλιοθήκη0.0

Farmers Markets in Skópelos

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Sarımsaklı Semt Pazarı

Cafes in Skópelos

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ammos beach break
Katarti
Καντίνα "Τάρτι"

Stadiums & Teams in Skópelos

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Airports Near Skópelos

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adnan Menderes International AirportADBLarge Airport
Balıkesir Koca Seyit AirportEDOLarge Airport
Chios Island National AirportJKHMedium Airport
Çiğli AirbaseIGLMedium Airport
Mytilene International AirportMJTMedium Airport
Assos Aviation Village AirportSmall Airport
Fly Pergamon Sport AirfieldSmall Airport
Gaziemir Air BaseSmall Airport
Kaklıç AirportSmall Airport
Sarımsaklı AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Skópelos

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Αγίας Μαγδαληνής
Άγιοι Σαράντα
Άγιος Γεώργιος

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Athens
Elevation
452 m (1,483 ft)
Postal Code
811 01

🇬🇷 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 Skópelos

What is the population of Skópelos?

Skópelos has a population of 1,530 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 245 people per square mile, spread across 6.3 square miles.

Is Skópelos expensive to live in?

The median household income is $14,904, 80% 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 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.4 inches.

How is the job market in Skópelos?

There are 89 business establishments in the area.

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