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Sykiá, Greece

Peloponnese · Greece

Sykiá is a small town in Peloponnese, Greece with a population of 1,031. Elevation: 548 ft (167 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,031 Population 2/sq mi density
548 ft Elevation 167 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
22.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
$20,196 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
$20,196 median income

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About Sykiá

Sykiá

Sykia is a village in Laconia, Greece, 9 km from the center of Molaoi town.

People

Population1,031
Density2/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$20,196

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain22.2 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Population1,031
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Coordinates36.7640°, 22.9430°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvincePeloponnese
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation22.2 inches (565 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,196

About Sykiá

Sykiá is a small town in Greece (Peloponnese) with a population of 1,031. The city sits at an elevation of 548 feet (167 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.

The median household income in Sykiá is $20,196, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 60 business establishments.

Income: Sykiá vs Greece

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Income

Median HH Income$20,196
73% below Greece avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)60

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Sykiá enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 296 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 22.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 548 feet.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above Greece avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Area642.6 sq mi (1,664.3 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates36.7640°N, 22.9430°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.2"
41% below Greece avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.02"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3,215 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 15, 2025.

Feb 14, 2008 35 km S of Methóni, Greece M6.9 117 km
Jan 8, 2006 26 km NE of Kýthira, Greece M6.7 56 km
Oct 12, 2013 36 km W of Kíssamos, Greece M6.6 142 km
Feb 14, 2008 50 km S of Koróni, Greece M6.5 107 km
Oct 13, 1997 47 km SSE of Koróni, Greece M6.4 89 km
Jan 6, 2008 15 km WNW of Leonídio, Greece M6.2 55 km
Feb 20, 2008 58 km SSW of Koróni, Greece M6.2 117 km
Nov 21, 1992 51 km WSW of Kýthira, Greece M5.9 103 km
May 21, 2002 18 km SW of Adámas, Greece M5.9 120 km
Apr 16, 2012 29 km SW of Methóni, Greece M5.8 132 km
Aug 29, 2014 59 km E of Géfyra, Greece M5.8 69 km
May 24, 2000 83 km S of Koróni, Greece M5.7 116 km
Mar 1, 2004 6 km ESE of Arfará, Greece M5.6 84 km
Apr 4, 2014 36 km ESE of Ýdra, Greece M5.6 101 km
Jun 21, 2008 82 km S of Koróni, Greece M5.6 127 km
Jan 11, 1994 92 km S of Koróni, Greece M5.5 127 km
Jun 25, 2018 37 km WSW of Methóni, Greece M5.5 143 km
Sep 16, 2001 6 km SE of Kopanáki, Greece M5.5 109 km
Apr 29, 1998 72 km S of Koróni, Greece M5.5 114 km
Apr 17, 1999 86 km S of Methóni, Greece M5.4 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.6 m (28 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1866 S. COASTS PELOPONNESUS, GREECE Earthquake 8.6 m 85 km
1867 PELOPONNESUS, GREECE Earthquake 6.0 m 78 km
1947 PELOPONNESUS, GREECE Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m 3 92 km
1899 IONIAN SEA Earthquake 1.0 m 119 km
1928 CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF Earthquake 0.6 m 20 138 km
2013 CRETE Earthquake 0.0 m 142 km
1926 ARGOLIKOS GULF Earthquake 43 km
1886 IONIAN SEA Earthquake 326 117 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Methana (101 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Methana Lava dome(s) 760 m (2,493 ft) -258 101 km
Milos Stratovolcano(es) 751 m (2,464 ft) 140 134 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (9°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 49°F (10°C) 3.0 in
March 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
April 58°F (14°C) 1.5 in
May 66°F (19°C) 0.7 in
June 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in
July 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 78°F (26°C) 0.3 in
September 73°F (23°C) 0.5 in
October 65°F (18°C) 2.2 in
November 57°F (14°C) 3.8 in
December 52°F (11°C) 4.0 in Wettest

Sykiá has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 49°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.0") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Sykiá

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Δημοτικό Σχολείο Συκέας
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Museums in Sykiá

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archaeological Collection of Monemvasia
Folklore Museum of Richea
Μουσείο Ιστορίας των Φάρων

Libraries in Sykiá

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Public Library of Molaoi “Roumaneios”0.0

Hotels in Sykiá

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Liotrivi

Gas Stations in Sykiá

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
ΕΛΙΝΟΙΛ

Stadiums & Teams in Sykiá

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Sykiá

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kithira AirportKITSmall Airport
Sparti AirfieldSPJSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sykiá

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Profitis Ilias
Saint Demetrius
Saint Nicholas
Saint Sophia
Αγία Παρασκευή
Άγιος Γεώργιος Ζευγολατιού
Άγιος Δημήτριος
Ευαγγελισμός Της Θεοτόκου
Ζωοδόχος Πηγή Γούλεση
Κοίμηση Θεοτόκου
Κοίμηση Θεοτόκου Φουκριάς
Μεταμόρφωση του Σωτήρος
Προσκύνημα Αγίου Νεκταρίου Συκέας

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Athens
Postal Code
230 52

🇬🇷 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 Sykiá

What is the population of Sykiá?

Sykiá has a population of 1,031 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 642.6 square miles.

Is Sykiá expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,196, 73% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Sykiá?

Sykiá enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.2 inches.

How is the job market in Sykiá?

There are 60 business establishments in the area.

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