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Tursi, Italy
Basilicate · Italy
Tursi is a small town in Basilicate, Italy with a population of 4,377. Elevation: 689 ft (210 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tursi
Tursi is an Italian comune of 4,712 inhabitants in the province of Matera in Basilicata, elevated to a city by decree of the President of the Republic Carlo Azeglio Ciampi on May 4, 2006. The municipality is home to the Basso Sinni mountain community.
People
Economy
DClimate
| Population | 4,377 |
| Population Density | 54 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 689 ft (210 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.2465°, 16.4714° |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Country | 🇮🇹 Italy |
| State / Province | Basilicate |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.1 inches (713 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $14,990 |
About Tursi
Tursi is a small town in Italy (Basilicate) with a population of 4,377. The city sits at an elevation of 689 feet (210 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.
Income: Tursi vs Italy
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Income
| Median HH Income | $14,990 |
| 80% below Italy avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 12.9% |
| 258% above Italy avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 328 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.1°F |
| 9% above Italy avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 689 ft (210 m) |
| Area | 80.8 sq mi (209.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 54/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.2465°N, 16.4714°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1870 | TYRRHENIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 109 km |
| 1836 | ROSSANO | Earthquake | - | 589 | 73 km |
| 1562 | REGGIO DI CALABRIA | Earthquake | - | - | 87 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vesuvius (184 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vesuvius | Stratovolcano | 1,281 m (4,203 ft) | 1944 | 184 km |
| Stromboli | Stratovolcano | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 2020 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 47°F (9°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
Tursi has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 46°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.8") and July the driest (0.7").
Schools in Tursi
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Istituto Tecnico Statale per Geometri "Manlio Capitolo" | - | - | - | - |
| Istituto Tecnico Statale per Geometri "Manlio Capitolo" | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tursi
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Pollino | castrovillari, news | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Laser | pisticci, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Radiosa | electronica, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Multiradio | adult contemporary, top 40 | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Tursi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angolo della Memoria - Museo della Civiltà Contadina | ||||
| Angolo della Memoria - Museo di Storia e Civiltà Contadina | ||||
| Casa di confino di Carlo Levi | ||||
| Casa Museo Albino Pierro | ||||
| Essenza Lucano - Museo sull'Amaro Lucano | ||||
| Ethnomuseum of Arbëreshe Culture | ||||
| Museo - Mulino de Sortis | ||||
| Museo Araldico | ||||
| Museo archeologico nazionale della Siritide | ||||
| Museo Civico | ||||
| Museo comunale - Civiltà contadina e mestieri antichi | ||||
| Museo degli Antropodi | ||||
| Museo dei Calanchi | ||||
| Museo del Sapone | ||||
| Museo della Cività Contadina | ||||
| Museo della Mitologia Greca | ||||
| Museo delle Cere | ||||
| Museo Demo Antropologico - CEA Stigliano | ||||
| Museo Etnografico | ||||
| Museo Medievale | ||||
| Museo Mineralogico | ||||
| Museo Naturalistico Provinciale | ||||
| Museo Paul Russotto | ||||
| Museo Scientifico del Mare | ||||
| Museo Viaggio in Basilicata | ||||
| Museum of Arbëreshe Culture | ||||
| Pinacoteca Carlo Levi | ||||
| Spazio Permanente d'arte ''Melchiorre da Montalbano' |
Libraries in Tursi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Civica Manfredi | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale Marrese | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale Massimo Rinaldi | 0.0 | |||||
| Pinacoteca e Biblioteca Civica | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tursi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercato Coperto | |||||
| Mercato Coperto | |||||
| Piazza Coperta | |||||
| Piazza Coperta |
Hotels in Tursi
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tursi
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tursi
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tursi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tursi
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gioia del Colle Antonio Ramirez Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Ceraso Airfield/Aero Club I Templari | - | Small Airport |
| Conca del Re Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Enrico Mattei Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Grumentum Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La Quercia Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Natile Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pantano Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pisticci Flying Field | - | Small Airport |
| Policoro Saline Flying Field | - | Small Airport |
| Scalea Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sibari Fly Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tursi
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Poste Italiane |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tursi
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catterdrale dell'Annunziata | |
| Chiesa di San Filippo Neri | |
| Chiesa di San Michele Arcangelo | |
| Chiesa di Santa Maria Maggiore | |
| Chiesa Madonna delle Grazie | |
| Convento di San Rocco |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Italy
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tursi
What is the population of Tursi?
Tursi has a population of 4,377 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 54 people per square mile, spread across 80.8 square miles.
Is Tursi expensive to live in?
The median household income is $14,990, 80% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Tursi?
Tursi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.1 inches.
How is the job market in Tursi?
The job market in Tursi faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.9% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 328 business establishments in the area.