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Tsikalariá, Greece

Crete · Greece

Tsikalariá is a small town in Crete, Greece with a population of 1,545. Elevation: 226 ft (69 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

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C+ Fair
1,545 Population 182/sq mi density
226 ft Elevation 69 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
28.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Athens Timezone
$21,060 Median Income
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Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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2.6 / 5.0
$21,060 median income

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About Tsikalariá

Tsikalariá

Souda is a town and former municipality in the Chania regional unit, Crete, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform it is part of the municipality Chania, of which it is a municipal unit. The municipal unit has an area of 22.007 km2 (8.497 sq mi). It is an important ferry and naval port at the head of Souda Bay.

People

Population1,545
Density182/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$21,060

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain28.7 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation226 ft (69 m)
Population1,545
Population Density182 / sq mi
Elevation226 ft (69 m)
Coordinates35.4762°, 24.0627°
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Country🇬🇷 Greece
State / ProvinceCrete
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation28.7 inches (729 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,060

About Tsikalariá

Tsikalariá is a small town in Greece (Crete) with a population of 1,545. The city sits at an elevation of 226 feet (69 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.

The median household income in Tsikalariá is $21,060, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 90 business establishments.

Income: Tsikalariá vs Greece

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Income

Median HH Income$21,060
72% below Greece avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)90

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Tsikalariá

Tsikalariá 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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 11.4°C / 53°F 8.5° / 14.2° 125.0
Feb 11.3°C / 52°F 8.2° / 14.4° 108.4
Mar 13.2°C / 56°F 9.7° / 16.8° 63.9
Apr 16°C / 61°F 12.1° / 20° 23.5
May 20.2°C / 68°F 15.8° / 24.7° 18.2
Jun 24.5°C / 76°F 19.9° / 29.2° 0.9
Jul 26.7°C / 80°F 22° / 31.4° 3.2
Aug 26.7°C / 80°F 22.3° / 31.1° 3.7
Sep 23.9°C / 75°F 19.8° / 28° 12.0
Oct 20.2°C / 68°F 16.5° / 24° 67.6
Nov 16.4°C / 62°F 13.2° / 19.5° 88.9
Dec 13°C / 55°F 10.2° / 15.7° 124.1
Tsikalariá enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 284 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 28.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 226 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above Greece avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation226 ft (69 m)
Area8.5 sq mi (22.0 km²)
Population Density182/sq mi
Coordinates35.4762°N, 24.0627°W
TimezoneEurope/Athens

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.7"
24% below Greece avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.71"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2,199 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 20, 2025.

Jan 8, 2006 26 km NE of Kýthira, Greece M6.7 120 km
Oct 12, 2013 36 km W of Kíssamos, Greece M6.6 74 km
Jun 15, 2013 68 km S of Pýrgos, Greece M6.2 148 km
May 23, 1994 15 km NNE of Pánormos, Greece M6.1 61 km
Mar 17, 2004 74 km WSW of Kastrí, Greece M6.1 119 km
May 21, 2002 18 km SW of Adámas, Greece M5.9 129 km
Aug 29, 2014 59 km E of Géfyra, Greece M5.8 138 km
Feb 28, 2011 22 km W of Néa Anatolí, Greece M5.7 135 km
Dec 7, 1995 4 km SSE of Kastrí, Greece M5.6 76 km
Mar 28, 2008 32 km SSE of Pýrgos, Greece M5.6 141 km
Sep 12, 2012 6 km SSE of Kastrí, Greece M5.5 77 km
Nov 5, 1997 12 km SW of Kastrí, Greece M5.4 79 km
Apr 6, 2013 3 km S of Kastrí, Greece M5.3 75 km
Dec 10, 1995 2 km ESE of Kastrí, Greece M5.3 73 km
Nov 26, 2001 17 km E of Kastrí, Greece M5.3 76 km
Jan 27, 2012 48 km SW of Emporeío, Greece M5.3 110 km
Sep 27, 2011 44 km SW of Kastrí, Greece M5.3 109 km
Jul 15, 2017 23 km WSW of Néa Anatolí, Greece M5.3 139 km
Jul 31, 2017 35 km S of Kastrí, Greece M5.3 107 km
Jul 21, 2024 56 km SW of Palaióchora, Greece M5.3 100 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

7 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 112 km
2013 CRETE Earthquake 0.0 m 148 km
2013 CRETE Earthquake 0.0 m 74 km
1926 ARGOLIKOS GULF Earthquake 133 km
1629 CRETE Earthquake 103 km
1494 ISLAND OF CRETE Earthquake 130 km
365 CRETE Earthquake 5,000 110 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Milos (140 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Milos Stratovolcano(es) 751 m (2,464 ft) 140 140 km
Santorini Shield(s) 367 m (1,204 ft) 1950 158 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 5.7 in Coldest, Wettest
February 47°F (8°C) 4.6 in
March 50°F (10°C) 3.6 in
April 56°F (13°C) 1.6 in
May 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in
June 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
July 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 69°F (21°C) 0.8 in
October 62°F (17°C) 3.0 in
November 55°F (13°C) 3.6 in
December 49°F (10°C) 4.7 in

Tsikalariá has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 46°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.7") and August the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Tsikalariá

46 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
Zarpa Χανιά greek, news MP3 96 kbps
Gavdos 88.8 greek folk music MP3 128 kbps
Erotokritos 87.9 fm MP3 128 kbps
Αντέννα Δυτικής Κρήτης 97.1 news, news talk MP3 128 kbps
Κραχ greek music MP3 128 kbps
Gavdos 88.8FM 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
Ράδιο Μαρτυρία 95.5 byzantine, ecclesia 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
Fly 95.9 greek, mainstream MP3 128 kbps
Ένταση 93.5 MP3 320 kbps
rebetiko sealabs MP3 40 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
Venus 91 greek, mainstream MP3 128 kbps
Chania Rock FM 96.8 rock MP3 128 kbps
Amore 87.5 folk, greek MP3 128 kbps
Fresh 105 mainstream, pop music AAC+ 96 kbps
Radio Sfakia MP3 128 kbps
FLY 92.3 (US) AAC 128 kbps
D-Code 96,2 70s, 80s MP3 192 kbps
Original 94.4 mainstream, pop MP3 128 kbps
Team 102 news talk, pop MP3 128 kbps
Mix FM GR greek folk MP3
D-code 96.2 electronica, house MP3 192 kbps
104.4 Fm Radio various MP3 128 kbps
Chania 99.6 mainstream, pop MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Tsikalariá

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ancient Olive Oil Mill
Archaeological Museum of Chania
Army War Museum
Askyfou War Museum
Battle of Crete 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 rock
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
Olive and Oil Museum
Stone Museum
The Cretan Runner Museum
War Shelter Platanias
μουσείο εθνογραφικό

Libraries in Tsikalariá

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
D10.0
H.M.U Library0.0
Municipal Library of Chania0.0
Βιβλιοθήκη πολυτεχνείου Κρήτης0.0

Farmers Markets in Tsikalariá

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Meating Group
Mini Market
Street Market

Hotels in Tsikalariá

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Panos Village

Castles in Tsikalariá

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tower of Malaxa

Gas Stations in Tsikalariá

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

SHELL

Stadiums & Teams in Tsikalariá

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Tsikalariá

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chania International AirportCHQLarge Airport
Maleme Air BaseSmall Airport
Tympaki Air BaseSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Tsikalariá

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Κέντρο Αποκατάστασης Παιδιών και Νέων Κρήτης

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Athens
Area
22.0 km² (8.5 mi²)
Postal Code
73200
Website
souda.gr/

🇬🇷 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 Tsikalariá

What is the population of Tsikalariá?

Tsikalariá has a population of 1,545 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 182 people per square mile, spread across 8.5 square miles.

Is Tsikalariá 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 Tsikalariá?

Tsikalariá enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.7 inches.

How is the job market in Tsikalariá?

There are 90 business establishments in the area.

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