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Stérnes, Greece
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Stérnes is a small town in Crete, Greece with a population of 836. Elevation: 568 ft (173 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Stérnes
Aptera or Apteron was an ancient city, now an archaeological site in Kalives in western Crete, a kilometre inland from the southern shore of Souda Bay, about 13 km east of the city of Chania in the municipality of Chania.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 836 |
| Population Density | 98 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 568 ft (173 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.5109°, 24.1462° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | Crete |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.7 inches (576 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $21,060 |
About Stérnes
Stérnes is a small town in Greece (Crete) with a population of 836. The city sits at an elevation of 568 feet (173 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Stérnes vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $21,060 |
| 72% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 48 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Stérnes
Stérnes has an average annual temperature of 18.6°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jul (26.7°C), the coldest is Feb (11.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 639 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.0°F |
| 20% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 295 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 568 ft (173 m) |
| Area | 8.5 sq mi (22.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 98/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5109°N, 24.1462°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 90.0 m (295 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| -1610 | THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) | Astronomical | 90.0 m | — | 150 km |
| 1866 | S. COASTS PELOPONNESUS, GREECE | Earthquake | 8.6 m | — | 117 km |
| 2013 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 147 km |
| 2013 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 81 km |
| 1926 | ARGOLIKOS GULF | Earthquake | — | — | 134 km |
| 1629 | CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 94 km |
| 1494 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 123 km |
| 365 | CRETE | Earthquake | — | 5,000 | 119 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Milos (135 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Milos | Stratovolcano(es) | 751 m (2,464 ft) | 140 | 135 km |
| Santorini | Shield(s) | 367 m (1,204 ft) | 1950 | 150 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (11°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 53°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in |
Stérnes has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 53°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Stérnes
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sternes Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Stérnes
45 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Μουσικό Κανάλι Ρεθύμνου 101.3 | greek folk | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Uncut GR | — | MP3 | |
| Κρητικόραμα 93.8 | greek traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Erotokritos 87.9 fm | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Zarpa Χανιά | greek, news | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Gavdos 88.8 | greek folk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Αντέννα Δυτικής Κρήτης 97.1 | news, news talk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ράδιο Μαρτυρία 95.5 | byzantine, ecclesia | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Κραχ | greek music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Παλαιόχωρα 89.3 | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Koinoniko Radiofono Xaniwn | jazz, politics | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Κρήτη 98.9 | greek traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Δρόμος 105.4 | greek music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Μαρτυρία 95.5 | orthodox christian, religion | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Gavdos 88.8FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ασύρματος 1134 | greek folk | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Δίκτυο 91.5 | folk, greek | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Αντέννα Δυτικής Κρήτης | news, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ρυθμός 97.4 | greek, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Φάρος 91.8 | greek, traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Laiko 107 | greek folk music | MP3 | |
| EROTOKRITOS | — | 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 | |
| Ένταση 93.5 | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Adelin 107.3 | greek folk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ριζίτες 92.4 | greek traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Δίκτυο FM 91.5 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| rebetiko sealabs | — | MP3 40 kbps | |
| Chania Rock FM 96.8 | rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Amore 87.5 | folk, greek | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Venus 91 | greek, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Chania 99.6 | mainstream, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Fresh 105 | mainstream, pop music | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| FLY 92.3 (US) | — | AAC 128 kbps | |
| D-Code 96,2 | 70s, 80s | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Sfakia | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Team 102 | news talk, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mix FM GR | greek folk | MP3 | |
| Original 94.4 | mainstream, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| D-code 96.2 | electronica, house | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 104.4 Fm Radio | various | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Stérnes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancient Olive Oil Mill | ||||
| Archaeological Museum of Chania | ||||
| Army War Museum | ||||
| Askyfou War Museum | ||||
| byzantine collection | ||||
| Chemistry Museum | ||||
| Eleftherios Venizelos 'Museum | ||||
| Folklore Museum of Agia Marina | ||||
| Folklore Museum of Gavalochori | ||||
| Folkloric Museum | ||||
| Greek National Football Team Museum | ||||
| House of Stone Creations | ||||
| Man and Samaria | ||||
| Maritime Museum of Crete | ||||
| Maritime Museum of Crete | ||||
| Museum - Headquarter of the 1905 rebellion in Therisso | ||||
| Museum Of Typography | ||||
| National Resistance Museum | ||||
| Roustika Manor | ||||
| Stone Museum | ||||
| The Cretan Runner Museum | ||||
| War Shelter Platanias | ||||
| μουσείο εθνογραφικό |
Libraries in Stérnes
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D1 | 0.0 | |||||
| H.M.U Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal Library of Chania | 0.0 | |||||
| Βιβλιοθήκη πολυτεχνείου Κρήτης | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Stérnes
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meating Group | |||||
| Mini Market | |||||
| Street Market |
Hotels in Stérnes
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Stérnes
2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Stérnes
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Stérnes
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Stérnes
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chania International Airport | CHQ | Large Airport |
| Maleme Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Tympaki Air Base | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Stérnes
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Κέντρο Αποκατάστασης Παιδιών και Νέων Κρήτης |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Stérnes
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Saint Phanourios |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Stérnes?
Stérnes has a population of 836 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 98 people per square mile, spread across 8.5 square miles.
Is Stérnes 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 Stérnes?
Stérnes enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.7 inches.
How is the job market in Stérnes?
There are 48 business establishments in the area.