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Spílion, Greece
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Spílion is a small town in Crete, Greece with a population of 710. Elevation: 1,352 ft (412 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Spílion
Spili is a village in Rethymno regional unit, Crete, Greece. It is the seat of the Agios Vasileios municipality.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 710 |
| Population Density | 269 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,352 ft (412 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.2196°, 24.5341° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | Crete |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.2 inches (844 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $21,060 |
About Spílion
Spílion is a small town in Greece (Crete) with a population of 710. The city sits at an elevation of 1,352 feet (412 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Spílion vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $21,060 |
| 72% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 41 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.1°F |
| 11% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,352 ft (412 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 269/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2196°N, 24.5341°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2009 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 145 km |
| 2025 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 137 km |
| 2013 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 101 km |
| 2013 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 121 km |
| 1629 | CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 97 km |
| 1494 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 93 km |
| 365 | CRETE | Earthquake | — | 5,000 | 142 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Santorini (153 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Santorini | Shield(s) | 367 m (1,204 ft) | 1950 | 153 km |
| Milos | Stratovolcano(es) | 751 m (2,464 ft) | 140 | 165 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 6.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 5.5 in |
Spílion has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 48°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.7") and August the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near Spílion
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Μουσικό Κανάλι Ρεθύμνου 101.3 | greek folk | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Mires 97,1 | greek, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Μεγαλόνησος 89.8 | greek, traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Άστρο 96.4 | folk, greek | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Ραδιοκύματα 102.6 | folk, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Studio Ρέθυμνο 980 | folk, greek | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Παραπολιτικά Ρεθύμνου 102.4 | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO MIRES 97.1 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 104.4 Fm Radio | various | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Team 102 | news talk, pop | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Spílion
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archeological museum of Rethymno | ||||
| Church Museum | ||||
| Folk Art Museum of Agia Galini | ||||
| Folk Museum of Spili | ||||
| Historical folk-art museum of Rethymno | ||||
| Höney museum | ||||
| Military Museum Chromonastiri | ||||
| Museum Monastery Foinikias | ||||
| Museum of Modern Art | ||||
| Museum of the Preveli Monastery | ||||
| Oriseum Papa Michalis Georgoulakis | ||||
| Paleontological Museum of Rethymno | ||||
| Prinaris Mill | ||||
| Roustika Manor | ||||
| The Cretan Runner Museum | ||||
| The Museum of ancient Eleutherna | ||||
| Μουσείο Φορτέτζας | ||||
| σχολείο μουσείο |
Libraries in Spílion
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Church Museum | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Of University of Crete | 0.0 | |||||
| δημόσια κεντρική βιβλιοθήκη Ρεθύμνου | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Spílion
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday-Market | |||||
| Skaleta Market |
Hotels in Spílion
44 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Spílion
9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Spílion
3 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Spílion
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Spílion
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Spílion
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Spílion
10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Spílion
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Spílion
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Spílion
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Spílion
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chania International Airport | CHQ | Large Airport |
| Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport | HER | Large Airport |
| Maleme Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Tympaki Air Base | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Spílion
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| ELTA-Postoffice | |
| Hellenic Post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Spílion
25 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Agia Fotini | |
| Agia Kyriaki | |
| Agios Antonios Cave | |
| Agios Georgios | |
| Agios Georgios | |
| Agios Georgios at Malathre | |
| Agios Nikolaos o Kourtaliotis | |
| Agios Savvas | |
| Agios Vlassis | |
| Ascension of Christ | |
| Cemetry | |
| Chruch of St. Cyril | |
| Church Asomatos | |
| Ekklisia Agios Antonios | |
| Panagia Lambini | |
| Panagia of Diplochori | |
| Saint Charalambous Chapel | |
| Άγιος Δημήτριος | |
| Άγιος Ευστράτιος | |
| Άγιος Νικόλαος |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Spílion
What is the population of Spílion?
Spílion has a population of 710 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 269 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles.
Is Spílion expensive to live in?
The median household income is $21,060, 72% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Spílion?
Spílion enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.2 inches.
How is the job market in Spílion?
There are 41 business establishments in the area.