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Tríkala, Greece

Thessaly · Greece

Tríkala is a mid-size city in Thessaly, Greece with a population of 61,653. Elevation: 374 ft (114 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
61,653 Population 2,307/sq mi density
374 ft Elevation 114 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
52.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
$18,684 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$18,684 median income

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About Tríkala

Tríkala

Trikala is a city in northwestern Thessaly, Greece, and the capital of the Trikala regional unit. The city straddles the Lithaios river, which is a tributary of Pineios. According to the Greek National Statistical Service, Trikala is populated by 62,064 inhabitants (2021), while the municipality of Trikala is populated by 78,605 inhabitants (2021).

People

Population61,653
Density2,307/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$18,684

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain52.9 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Population61,653
Population Density2,307 / sq mi
Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Coordinates39.5549°, 21.7684°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvinceThessaly
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation52.9 inches (1,343 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.2 inches (3 cm)
Median Household Income$18,684

About Tríkala

Tríkala is a mid-size city in Greece (Thessaly) with a population of 61,653. The city sits at an elevation of 374 feet (114 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.

The median household income in Tríkala is $18,684, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 3,576 business establishments.

Income: Tríkala vs Greece

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Income

Median HH Income$18,684
75% below Greece avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)3,576

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Tríkala

Tríkala has an average annual temperature of 15.4°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jul (27.9°C), the coldest is Jan (4.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 796 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.1°C / 39°F -6.2° / 15.9° 95.6
Feb 6.2°C / 43°F -4.9° / 18.6° 57.3
Mar 8.3°C / 47°F -1.7° / 21.4° 82.7
Apr 12.3°C / 54°F 2° / 25.9° 61.3
May 17.7°C / 64°F 6.6° / 31.5° 39.1
Jun 24.3°C / 76°F 12° / 37.9° 45.9
Jul 27.9°C / 82°F 16.5° / 41.4° 23.0
Aug 27.5°C / 81°F 17.5° / 40.6° 35.6
Sep 21.8°C / 71°F 10.1° / 35.8° 60.2
Oct 16.3°C / 61°F 7.5° / 29.9° 74.8
Nov 11.1°C / 52°F 0.3° / 23.7° 109.6
Dec 7°C / 45°F -2.2° / 16.7° 110.8
Tríkala enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 317 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 52.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 374 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average61.0°F
13% above Greece avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Geography

Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Area26.7 sq mi (69.2 km²)
Population Density2,307/sq mi
Coordinates39.5549°N, 21.7684°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.9"
39% above Greece avg
Snowfall 1.2"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.90"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6,284 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 18, 2025.

May 13, 1995 10 km W of Aianí, Greece M6.6 66 km
Jun 15, 1995 8 km WNW of Galaxídhion, Greece M6.5 136 km
Mar 3, 2021 9 km W of Týrnavos, Greece M6.3 41 km
Aug 14, 2003 8 km S of Kanaláki, Greece M6.3 109 km
Mar 4, 2021 11 km E of Verdikoússa, Greece M5.8 39 km
Mar 18, 1993 11 km NNE of Témeni, Greece M5.8 139 km
Mar 21, 2020 14 km NNE of Kanaláki, Greece M5.7 100 km
Nov 5, 1997 10 km NW of Galaxídhion, Greece M5.6 132 km
May 26, 2000 10 km WSW of Préveza, Greece M5.6 120 km
Jul 14, 1993 2 km SE of Pátra, Greece M5.6 148 km
Mar 12, 2021 8 km W of Elassóna, Greece M5.6 47 km
Jun 16, 1990 6 km WNW of Kanaláki, Greece M5.6 112 km
Mar 4, 2021 7 km S of Kraniá Elassónas, Greece M5.5 41 km
Feb 17, 2021 11 km N of Kamárai, Greece M5.5 130 km
Oct 15, 2016 7 km WSW of Asprángeloi, Greece M5.5 100 km
Jan 9, 2022 5 km NNW of Flórina, Greece M5.5 145 km
Jan 18, 2010 11 km E of Náfpaktos, Greece M5.5 129 km
Aug 14, 2003 11 km W of Lefkáda, Greece M5.5 131 km
Jan 22, 2010 14 km NNE of Kamárai, Greece M5.4 128 km
Jun 29, 2007 10 km NE of Gáïos, Greece M5.4 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

13 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1963 CORINTH GULF Meteorological 6.0 m 2 140 km
1817 CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF Earthquake 5.0 m 143 km
1965 NORTH CORINTH GULF Eruption + Earthquake 3.0 m 2 147 km
1894 NORTH EVOIKOS GULF Eruption + Earthquake 3.0 m 149 km
1996 W. CORINTH GULF Meteorological 2.0 m 135 km
1995 GULF OF CORINTH: AIYION Eruption + Earthquake 1.0 m 26 136 km
2003 IONIAN SEA Earthquake 0.5 m 109 km
2015 IONIAN SEA Eruption + Earthquake 0.2 m 2 141 km
1984 CORINTHOS GULF, GREECE Eruption + Earthquake 142 km
1955 VOLOS GULF Earthquake 8 116 km
1794 CORINTH GULF Eruption + Earthquake 147 km
1748 CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF Earthquake 143 km
-426 CORINTHOS-PATRAS GULF Earthquake 2,500 108 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (6°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 3.1 in
March 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in
April 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
May 65°F (19°C) 1.7 in
June 74°F (23°C) 1.1 in
July 85°F (29°C) 0.8 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 0.7 in Driest
September 72°F (22°C) 1.4 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.9 in
December 45°F (7°C) 3.9 in Wettest

Tríkala has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 44°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and August the driest (0.7").

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Colleges & Universities in Tríkala

Institution Type Founded Website
Πανεπιστήμιο Θεσσαλίας - ΚΤΗΝΙΑΤΡΙΚΗ University
Τ.Ε.Ι. Θεσσαλίας University
Τ.Ε.Ι. Θεσσαλίας - τμήμα Δασοπονίας και Διαχείρισης Φυσικού Περιβάλλοντος University

Schools in Tríkala

33 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
35ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο
5ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο
31ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο
1ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο
25ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο
10ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο
27ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο 'Αριστείδης Παππάς'
9ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο
33 Δημοτικό Σχολείο
3ο Λύκειο
6ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο
6ο Γυμνάσιο
16ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Τρικάλων
12ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο
2ο ΕΠΑ.Λ. Τρικάλων
3ο & 32ο Δημοτικά Σχολεία
8ο Γενικό Λύκειο
1ο Γενικό Λύκειο
6ο Λύκειο
24ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Τρικάλων
28ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο
Δεύτερο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Τρικάλων
11ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο
7ο Γυμνάσιο
7ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο
4ο Πειραματικό ΓΕΛ Τρικάλων “Αλέξανδρος Παπαδιαμάντης”
4ο Δημοτικό Τρικάλων
17ο Δημοτικό Σχολείο Τρικάλων
3ο & 9ο Γυμνάσιο
2ο Γυμνάσιο & 2ο Λύκειο
Τ.Ε.Ι. Λάρισας Παράρτημα Τρικάλων
4ο Γυμνάσιο Τρικάλων
1ο Γυμνάσιο Τρικάλων
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Radio Stations near Tríkala

31 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ρυθμός 89.2 greek, mainstream MP3 192 kbps
Ζυγός Τρίκαλα greek, news MP3 128 kbps
Ελασσόνα 88.4 folk, greek MP3 128 kbps
Μελωδία 106.8 greek, pop MP3 128 kbps
Τρίκαλα folk, greek MP3 128 kbps
Merakia greek folk, greek traditional AAC
Paranomos greek folk, greek pop MP3
Άνεμος 92 folk, greek MP3 128 kbps
Μετέωρα 90.3 greek, mainstream MP3 96 kbps
Άγιος Οικουμένιος 102 ecclesia, greek MP3 96 kbps
Ι.Μ. Τρίκκης Γαρδικίου και Πύλης 102 orthodox christian, religion MP3 96 kbps
Ραδιοφωνική Λέσχη 97.6 pop, rock MP3 128 kbps
Στουρναραίικα 92.5 folk, greek MP3 192 kbps
Ηχόραμα 100.8 greek, pop MP3 128 kbps
Άγιος Δαμιανός 92.5 orthodox christian, religion MP3 320 kbps
Θεσσαλία 96 greek folk, greek pop MP3 128 kbps
HXO fm MP3 64 kbps
Πρώτο 99 greek, mainstream MP3 128 kbps
Λαϊκός 88 greek folk music MP3 128 kbps
Radio Stournareika 92.5 fm Stereo MP3 192 kbps
Loud 88.8 mainstream, pop MP3 192 kbps
EcoBeat GR chillout, downtempo AAC
Angel 102.8 greek, mainstream MP3 128 kbps
Agrinio MP3 128 kbps
Oixalia pentecostalism, religion MP3 64 kbps
Proto 99 greek pop, mainstream MP3 128 kbps
Free Central Greece pop, rock MP3 128 kbps
Deep Web Radio deep house MP3 320 kbps
Ραδιοφωνική Λέσχη 97,6 MP3 128 kbps
ERT Ioannina 88.2 100.3 ert, public radio MP3 320 kbps
Agrinio 93.7 greek folk MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Tríkala

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Digital projection center of Meteora's history and culture
Documentation and Education Center of Theopetra Cave
Ethnographic Museum
Hellenic Culture Museum
Museum of Geological Formations of Meteora
Natural History Museum of Meteora & Mushroom Museum
Αρχαιολογική Συλλογή Τρικάλων
Αρχαιολογκό Μουσείο Καρδίτσας
Κονάκι
Λαογραφικό Μουσείο
Λαογραφικό Μουσείο
Λαογραφικό μουσείο Καναλίων
Λαογραφικό Μουσείο Κρήνης
Μουσείο Λέγκως & Δημήτρη Κατσικογιάννη
Μουσείο Τσιτσάνη
Μύλος
Σχολικό Λαογραφικό Μουσείο Πιαλείας

Libraries in Tríkala

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Βιβλιοθήκη Καλαμπάκας0.0
Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη0.0
Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη Μουζακίου0.0
Δημοτική Παιδική και Νεανική βιβλιοθήκη0.0

Farmers Markets in Tríkala

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Κεντρική πλατεία Προδρόμου

Hotels in Tríkala

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aeton Melathron
Nomade rooms
ΑΝΑΝΤΙ
Αχίλλειον
Λιθαίον
Πανελλήνιον

Cafes in Tríkala

16 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arapatta
bitter sweet
Bonjour
Central
Cups Nine
Excelsior
Franklin coffee house
Fratelli
HORSE BOX
Jacu
Velo
Αχίλλειον
Καφέ μουσείου Τσιτσάνη
Νάρκισσος
Σουίτα Art Cafe
Φίλιον

Theatres in Tríkala

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

θεατράκι Ληθαίου

Monuments in Tríkala

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Κουρσούμ Τζαμί

Castles in Tríkala

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Trikala Castle
Φρούριο

Veterinaries in Tríkala

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Αγροτικό Κτηνιατρείο Τρικάλων

Train Stations in Tríkala

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Trikala

Bus Stations in Tríkala

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

KTEL Ticket Office

Gas Stations in Tríkala

18 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AVIN
AVIN
AVIN
AVIN
BP
BP
BP
BP
EKO
EKO
ELIN
REVOIL
SHELL
SHELL
SHELL
SHELL
SHELL
ΕΛΙΝΟΙΛ

Banks in Tríkala

7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alpha Bank
Attica
Eurobank
Eurobank
National Bank of Greece
Piraeus Bank
Piraeus Bank

Gyms in Tríkala

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ALTERLIFE Trikala

Stadiums & Teams in Tríkala

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Ski Resorts Near Tríkala

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Karpenisi Ski Center 0.0 $0
Pertouli Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Vasilitsa national ski centre 0.0 $0

Airports Near Tríkala

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kozani National Airport FilipposKZIMedium Airport
Larissa Air BaseLRASmall Airport
Myrini - Karditsa AirfieldSmall Airport
Terpsithea AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Tríkala

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
SPEEDEX - ΤΡΙΚΑΛΑ

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Tríkala

6 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Holy Monastery of Great Meteoron
Holy Monastery of St. Nikolaos of Anapafsas
St Stephen's Holy Monastery
The Holy Monastery of Roussanou
The Holy Monastery of Varlaam
The Holy Trinity Monastery

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tríkala

23 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Αγία Ανάληψη
Αγία Ανάληψη
Αγία Μαρίνα
Αγία Παρασκευή
Άγιοι Ανάργυροι
Άγιος Αθανάσιος
Άγιος Γεώργιος
Άγιος Γρηγόριος Θεολόγος
Άγιος Ελευθέριος
Άγιος Ελευθέριος
Άγιος Κωνσταντίνος
Άγιος Κωνσταντίνος
Άγιος Νεκτάριος
Άγιος Νικόλαος
Άγιος Νικόλαος (Μητρόπολη)
Άγιος Στέφανος
Ιερός Ναός Αγ. Αθανασίου
Κουρσούμ τζαμί
Κουρσούμ Τζαμί
Κουρσούμ Τζαμί
Παναγία Επίσκεψις
Παναγία Φανερωμένη
Προφήτης Ηλίας

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Athens
Elevation
115 m (377 ft)
Area
69.2 km² (26.7 mi²)
Postal Code
42132
Website
trikalacity.gr/
Twinned With
Talence

Things to See Near Tríkala

8 places within 15 km

⚱️ Archaeological Sites (4)
  • • Αρχαίοι Γόμφοι
  • • Ασκληπιείο Τρίκκης
  • • Καμαροσκεπής τάφος - τύμβος Πετρόπορου
  • • Πέλιννα
🏰 Castles (4)
  • • Παλαιόπυργος Αγίου Αχιλλείου
  • • Πελινναίον
  • • Φρούριο
  • • Φρούριο Τρικάλων

🇬🇷 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

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Tríkala

St Stephen's Holy Monastery
· inscribed 0
The Holy Trinity Monastery
· inscribed 0
Holy Monastery of St. Nikolaos of Anapafsas
· inscribed 0
The Holy Monastery of Roussanou
· inscribed 0
Holy Monastery of Great Meteoron
· inscribed 0
The Holy Monastery of Varlaam
· inscribed 0

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 Tríkala

What is the population of Tríkala?

Tríkala has a population of 61,653 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 2,307 people per square mile, spread across 26.7 square miles.

Is Tríkala expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,684, 75% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Tríkala?

Tríkala enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.9 inches, with 1.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Tríkala?

There are 3,576 business establishments in the area.

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