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Vámos, Greece
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Vámos is a small town in Crete, Greece with a population of 569. Elevation: 738 ft (225 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Vámos
Gavalochori, also spelled Gavalohori, is a 1000-year-old village located in the northwestern part of the island of Crete, Greece. The village lies in a valley about three kilometers/1.86 miles directly inland from the coast, or four kilometers/2.5 mile by road. Gavalochori is located in the municipality of Apokoronas and has a population of 612 (2021).
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 569 |
| Population Density | 67 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 738 ft (225 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.4070°, 24.2007° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | Crete |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.3 inches (616 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $21,060 |
About Vámos
Vámos is a small town in Greece (Crete) with a population of 569. The city sits at an elevation of 738 feet (225 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Vámos vs Greece
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Income
| Median HH Income | $21,060 |
| 72% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 33 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Vámos
Vámos 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.9°F |
| 18% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 738 ft (225 m) |
| Area | 8.5 sq mi (22.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 67/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4070°N, 24.2007°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | — | 127 km |
| 2013 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 135 km |
| 2013 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 87 km |
| 1926 | ARGOLIKOS GULF | Earthquake | — | — | 146 km |
| 1629 | CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 98 km |
| 1494 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | — | — | 118 km |
| 365 | CRETE | Earthquake | — | 5,000 | 118 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Milos (145 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Milos | Stratovolcano(es) | 751 m (2,464 ft) | 140 | 145 km |
| Santorini | Shield(s) | 367 m (1,204 ft) | 1950 | 155 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 4.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 3.9 in |
Vámos has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 51°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.9") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Vámos
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gymnasium | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Vámos
44 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Μουσικό Κανάλι Ρεθύμνου 101.3 | greek folk | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Uncut GR | — | MP3 | |
| Erotokritos 87.9 fm | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Κρητικόραμα 93.8 | greek traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Αντέννα Δυτικής Κρήτης 97.1 | news, news talk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Zarpa Χανιά | greek, news | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Gavdos 88.8 | greek folk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ράδιο Μαρτυρία 95.5 | byzantine, ecclesia | 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 | |
| Κραχ | greek music | 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 | |
| Μεγαλόνησος 89.8 | greek, traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| rebetiko sealabs | — | MP3 40 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 | |
| Δίκτυο FM 91.5 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ριζίτες 92.4 | greek traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Adelin 107.3 | greek folk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Παραπολιτικά Ρεθύμνου 102.4 | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EROTOKRITOS | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ένταση 93.5 | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Venus 91 | greek, mainstream | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mix FM GR | greek folk | MP3 | |
| Team 102 | news talk, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| D-Code 96,2 | 70s, 80s | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Fresh 105 | mainstream, pop music | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Chania 99.6 | mainstream, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Amore 87.5 | folk, greek | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Chania Rock FM 96.8 | rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| D-code 96.2 | electronica, house | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Sfakia | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Original 94.4 | mainstream, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 104.4 Fm Radio | various | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Vámos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancient Olive Oil Mill | ||||
| Archaeological Museum of Chania | ||||
| Army War Museum | ||||
| Askyfou War Museum | ||||
| byzantine collection | ||||
| Chemistry Museum | ||||
| Eleftherios Venizelos 'Museum | ||||
| 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 Monastery Foinikias | ||||
| Museum Of Typography | ||||
| National Resistance Museum | ||||
| Roustika Manor | ||||
| Stone Museum | ||||
| The Cretan Runner Museum | ||||
| μουσείο εθνογραφικό |
Libraries in Vámos
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D1 | 0.0 | |||||
| H.M.U Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal Library of Chania | 0.0 | |||||
| Βιβλιοθήκη πολυτεχνείου Κρήτης | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Vámos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Street Market |
Hotels in Vámos
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Vámos
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Vámos
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Vámos
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Vámos
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Vámos
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chania International Airport | CHQ | Large Airport |
| Maleme Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Tympaki Air Base | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Vámos
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Κέντρο Αποκατάστασης Παιδιών και Νέων Κρήτης |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Vámos
16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Agios Ioannis Rock Chapel | |
| Chapel of the Black Madonna | |
| Profitis Ilias | |
| Saint Thomas | |
| Αγία Παρασκευή | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος | |
| Άγιος Ματθαίος | |
| Άγιος Νικόλαος | |
| Άγιος Στέφανος | |
| Άγιος Φανούριος | |
| Εσταυρωμένος | |
| Κοιμήσεως της Θεοτόκου | |
| Μεταμόρφωση | |
| Μιχάλης Αρχάγγελος | |
| Τιμίου Σταυρού |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Vámos
What is the population of Vámos?
Vámos has a population of 569 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 67 people per square mile, spread across 8.5 square miles.
Is Vámos 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 Vámos?
Vámos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches.
How is the job market in Vámos?
There are 33 business establishments in the area.