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Tortora, Italy
Calabria · Italy
Tortora is a small town in Calabria, Italy with a population of 507. Elevation: 984 ft (300 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 507 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 984 ft (300 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.9413°, 15.8052° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Calabria |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.5 inches (1,561 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 25.0 inches (63 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $15,163 |
About Tortora
Tortora is a small town in Italy (Calabria) with a population of 507. The city sits at an elevation of 984 feet (300 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Tortora vs Italy
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Income
| Median HH Income | $15,163 |
| 80% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 14.3% |
| 297% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 38 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.4°F |
| 8% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 307 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 984 ft (300 m) |
| Area | 33.1 sq mi (85.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.9413°N, 15.8052°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
18 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.9 m (36 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2002 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | 10.9 m | — | 138 km |
| 1916 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Earthquake | 10.0 m | — | 134 km |
| 1930 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 2.5 m | 6 | 138 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 1.3 m | 1 | 138 km |
| 1905 | TYRRHENIAN CALABRIA | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 557 | 143 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | — | 138 km |
| 1919 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.8 m | 4 | 138 km |
| 2021 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.4 m | — | 138 km |
| 2019 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.3 m | — | 138 km |
| 2022 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | 0.0 m | — | 138 km |
| 2024 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | — | — | 138 km |
| 1954 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Astronomical | — | — | 138 km |
| 1944 | STROMBOLI ISLAND | Explosion | — | — | 138 km |
| 1870 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 84 km |
| 1836 | ROSSANO | Earthquake | — | 589 | 78 km |
| 1783 | TYRRHENIAN CALABRIA | Earthquake | — | — | 137 km |
| 1783 | TYRRHENIAN CALABRIA | Earthquake | — | — | 141 km |
| 1562 | REGGIO DI CALABRIA | Earthquake | — | — | 67 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Stromboli (138 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Stromboli | Stratovolcano | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 2020 | 138 km |
| Vesuvius | Stratovolcano | 1,281 m (4,203 ft) | 1944 | 152 km |
| Panarea | Stratovolcano | 399 m (1,309 ft) | Unknown | 158 km |
| Campi Flegrei | Caldera | 458 m (1,503 ft) | 1538 | 172 km |
| Lipari | Stratovolcano(es) | 590 m (1,936 ft) | 1230 | 178 km |
| Ischia | Complex | 789 m (2,589 ft) | 1302 | 184 km |
| Vulcano | Stratovolcano(es) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | 1890 | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 51°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 1.3 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 4.5 in |
Tortora has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 43°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (0.7").
Radio Stations near Tortora
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Balla Balla | belvedere marittimo, folk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Azzurra | italian pop, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Color | hits, musica italiana | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Nord Castrovillari | castrovillari, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| SMC Radio | — | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Radio Pollino | castrovillari, news | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Digiesse | classic hits, hits | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Tortora
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antiquarium di Torre Cimalonga | ||||
| Ecomuseo del Pollino | ||||
| Museo Archeologico di Rivello | ||||
| Museo Civico Etnografico di Grisolia | ||||
| Museo Comunale | ||||
| Museo del Cedro | ||||
| Museo del peperoncino | ||||
| Museo del Peperoncino | ||||
| Museo della Chiesa Della Ss.Trinità | ||||
| Museo della Cultura Contadina | ||||
| Museo di Blanda | ||||
| Museo di Blanda Gioacchino Francesco La Torre | ||||
| Museo In Cammino | ||||
| Museo Naturalistico e Paleontologico di Rotonda | ||||
| Palazzo De Lieto - Pinacoteca Angelo Brando | ||||
| Piccolo museo della marineria scaleota |
Libraries in Tortora
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca comunale di Scalea | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale Tortora | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca del Centro culturale Josè Mario Cernicchiaro | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca delle Soprintendenze per i beni architettonici e per il paesaggio, per il patrimonio storico, artistico e demoetnoantropologico della Basilicata | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tortora
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fruits and vegetables marketplase at summer | |||||
| Mercato Ortofrutticolo Comunale |
Hotels in Tortora
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tortora
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tortora
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tortora
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Altavillafly Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Campo di volo S.Elia (Buccino) | — | Small Airport |
| Conca del Re Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Enrico Mattei Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Grumentum Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Pantano Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Policastro Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Scalea Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sibari Fly Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tortora
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capella delle Anime del Purgatorio | |
| Chiesa della SS Annunziata | |
| Chiesa di San Pietro Apostolo |
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Public Holidays in Italy
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What is the population of Tortora?
Tortora has a population of 507 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 33.1 square miles.
Is Tortora expensive to live in?
The median household income is $15,163, 80% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Tortora?
Tortora enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 61.5 inches, with 25.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Tortora?
The job market in Tortora faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 38 business establishments in the area.