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Skýros, Greece
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Skýros is a small town in Central Greece, Greece with a population of 1,732. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
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About Skýros
Skyros, in some historical contexts Latinized Scyros, is an island in Greece. It is the southernmost inhabited island of the Sporades, an archipelago in the Aegean Sea. Around the 2nd millennium BC, the island was known as The Island of the Magnetes; later, it was consecutively known as Pelasgia, Dolopia, and finally Skyros. At 209 km2 (81 sq mi), it is the largest island of the Sporades, and had a population of about 3,000 in 2021.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 1,732 |
| Population Density | 160 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.9042°, 24.5631° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | Central Greece |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.8 inches (427 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $21,168 |
About Skýros
Skýros is a small town in Greece (Central Greece) with a population of 1,732. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Skýros vs Greece
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Income
| Median HH Income | $21,168 |
| 72% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 100 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Area | 10.8 sq mi (28.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 160/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.9042°N, 24.5631°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 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 | 132 km |
| 1894 | NORTH EVOIKOS GULF | Eruption + Earthquake | 3.0 m | — | 129 km |
| 1981 | GULF OF CORINTH | Earthquake | 1.3 m | — | 135 km |
| 1968 | LEMNOS ISLAND, NORTH AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 22 | 62 km |
| 1965 | AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | — | 38 | 74 km |
| 1955 | VOLOS GULF | Earthquake | — | 8 | 138 km |
| 1853 | CENTRAL GREECE (EVOIKOS GULF) | Earthquake | — | 17 | 118 km |
| 1585 | NORTH AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 144 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Methana (179 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Methana | Lava dome(s) | 760 m (2,493 ft) | -258 | 179 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 56°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 2.7 in |
Skýros has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 49°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.8") and July the driest (0.3").
Museums in Skýros
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archeological Museum of Skyros | ||||
| Faltaits Museum |
Hotels in Skýros
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Skýros
11 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Skýros
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Skýros
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Skýros
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Skýros
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Skýros
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Skiros Airport | SKU | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Skýros
32 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ag. Ioannis | |
| Agia Triada | |
| Agios Anargyros | |
| Agios Ermolaos | |
| Agios Georgios | |
| Agios Ioannis Chrisostomos | |
| Agios Nikolaos | |
| Agios Vasileios | |
| Kyra Panagia | |
| Panaghia Eleemonitria | |
| Panagia Limbiani | |
| Pente Martyres | |
| Prophet Elias | |
| Saint Nicholas | |
| Zoodoxou Pigis | |
| Αγία Τριάδα | |
| Άγιοι Απόστολοι | |
| Άγιος Αρτέμιος | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος |
Quick Facts
🇬🇷 About Greece
Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Skýros
What is the population of Skýros?
Skýros has a population of 1,732 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 160 people per square mile, spread across 10.8 square miles.
Is Skýros expensive to live in?
The median household income is $21,168, 72% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Skýros?
Skýros enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.8 inches.
How is the job market in Skýros?
There are 100 business establishments in the area.