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Spongano, Italy
Apulia · Italy
Spongano is a small town in Apulia, Italy with a population of 3,335. Elevation: 315 ft (96 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Spongano
Spongano is a town and comune in the province of Lecce, in the Apulia region of south-east Italy. It is located among the olive groves of Puglia's Salento, and retains its rural character while being just a few minutes to the Adriatic Sea. The rocky shore provides hidden coves interrupted by sandy beaches and reefs. The town bears witness to humanity's prehistoric presence with the dolmen called Piedi Grandi along with other megaliths and mehir.
People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 3,335 |
| Population Density | 416 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 315 ft (96 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.0178°, 18.3656° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Apulia |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.6 inches (751 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.6 inches (1 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $16,893 |
About Spongano
Spongano is a small town in Italy (Apulia) with a population of 3,335. The city sits at an elevation of 315 feet (96 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Spongano vs Italy
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Income
| Median HH Income | $16,893 |
| 78% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 13.0% |
| 261% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 250 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Spongano
Spongano has an average annual temperature of 17.3°C (63°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.4°C), the coldest is Jan (9.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 614 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.5°F |
| 21% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 313 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 315 ft (96 m) |
| Area | 8.0 sq mi (20.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 416/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0178°N, 18.3656°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1866 | ALBANIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | 60 | 93 km |
| 1866 | BAY OF VLORE | Earthquake | - | - | 98 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 85°F (29°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 2.9 in |
Spongano has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 49°F in February to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (0.4").
Radio Stations near Spongano
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Mediterranea | lounge chillout relax smoothjazz ambient | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Icon Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| iCON Radio (GB) | club dance, dance music | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Mondoradio Tuttifrutti | misc | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio Centrale | - | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio Centrale - Montorio al Vomano | classic italian pop, italian pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Diffusione Stereo | casarano, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio In (GR) | greek, soft | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Spongano
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbazia di San Nicola di Macugno | ||||
| Casa Museo del Tarantismo | ||||
| EcoMuseo del Paesaggio delle Serre Salentine | ||||
| Frisella Point | ||||
| Kalòs Archeodromo del Salento | ||||
| KORA Art Center | ||||
| Museo archeologico della civiltà messapica | ||||
| Museo Civico di Paleontologia e Paletnologia di Maglie | ||||
| Museo Civico di Storia Naturale | ||||
| Museo Civico Pietro Cavoti | ||||
| Museo degli Affreschi della Cripta di Santa Maria degli Angeli | ||||
| Museo degli Orologi e delle Torri Civiche | ||||
| Museo del Castello Aragonese | ||||
| Museo del giunco palustre | ||||
| Museo del Manifesto e Pinacoteca "Enrico Giannelli" | ||||
| Museo del Parco dei Guerrieri | ||||
| Museo dell'Orsiniana | ||||
| Museo della Civiltà Contadina | ||||
| Museo della Civiltà Contadina | ||||
| Museo delle Luminarie di Puglia | ||||
| Museo di Borgo Terra | ||||
| Museo di Torre Matta | ||||
| Museo Fotografico Cittadino | ||||
| Museum Vito Mele | ||||
| Nuovo Museo Archeologico di Ugento | ||||
| Oggetti personali della Beata Elisa Martinez |
Libraries in Spongano
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Civica P. Siciliani | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale Antonio Verri | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale di Collepasso | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale di Presicce | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale Don Giacomo Pantaleo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Maria Paiano | 0.0 | |||||
| Palazzo Comi | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Spongano
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Area Mercatale | |||||
| Area Mercatale | |||||
| Area Mercatale di Collepasso | |||||
| Area Mercatale di Maglie | |||||
| Area Mercatale di Matino | |||||
| Chiazza | |||||
| Ex-Mercato Coperto | |||||
| Fiera di Miggiano | |||||
| Mercato settimanale | |||||
| Mercato settimanale | |||||
| Piazza Unità d'Italia |
Hotels in Spongano
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Spongano
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Spongano
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Spongano
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Spongano
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Spongano
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Spongano
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lu Birrocciu by Bivitime |
Stadiums & Teams in Spongano
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Spongano
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Brindisi Airport | BDS | Large Airport |
| Lecce Galatina Air Base / Galatina Fortunato Cesari Airport | LCC | Medium Airport |
| Aerotre Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Antares Aeroclub Brindisi Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| ASD Salento Fly Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Campovolo Bellamarinafly | - | Small Airport |
| Corte Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Esperti Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Faco Fly | - | Small Airport |
| Fondone Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gallipoli Flying Field | - | Small Airport |
| Lecce-San Cataldo Lepore Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Masseria Macri Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pietralata Flying Field | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Chiara Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Torre Sant'Andrea Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Spongano
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ufficio Postale Poste Italiane |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Spongano
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chiesa dell'Immacolata "Congreca" | |
| Chiesa Madre San Giorgio M. |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Spongano
What is the population of Spongano?
Spongano has a population of 3,335 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 416 people per square mile, spread across 8.0 square miles.
Is Spongano expensive to live in?
The median household income is $16,893, 78% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Spongano?
Spongano enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.6 inches.
How is the job market in Spongano?
The job market in Spongano faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 250 business establishments in the area.