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Vareiá, Greece
North Aegean · Greece
Vareiá is a small town in North Aegean, Greece with a population of 1,133. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Vareiá
Mytilene is the capital of the Greek island of Lesbos, and its port. It is also the capital and administrative center of the North Aegean Region, and hosts the headquarters of the University of the Aegean. It was founded in the 11th century BC.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 1,133 |
| Population Density | 27 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.0794°, 26.5778° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | North Aegean |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.0 inches (634 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $14,904 |
About Vareiá
Vareiá is a small town in Greece (North Aegean) with a population of 1,133. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Vareiá vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $14,904 |
| 80% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 66 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 291 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 41.5 sq mi (107.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.0794°N, 26.5778°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
9 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.3 m (17 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2020 | AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | 5.3 m | 118 | 133 km |
| 1949 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 7 | 41 km |
| 1968 | LEMNOS ISLAND, NORTH AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 22 | 143 km |
| 2017 | LESBOS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 1 | 25 km |
| 1944 | EDREMIT GULF, AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 30 | 48 km |
| 1867 | LESBOS | Earthquake | - | 563 | 20 km |
| 1856 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | - | 70 km |
| 1668 | SMYRNA, W. TURKEY | Earthquake | - | - | 88 km |
| 1389 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | 2 | 79 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Kula (177 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kula | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 750 m (2,461 ft) | Unknown | 177 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
Vareiá has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 46°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.0") and August the driest (0.2").
Schools in Vareiá
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ΠΑΙΔΙΚΟΣ ΣΤΑΘΜΟΣ ΜΗΤΕΡΑ | - | - | - | - |
| ΔΗΜΟΤΙΚΟ ΣΧΟΛΕΙΟ ΒΑΡΕΙΑΣ | - | - | - | - |
| Ειδικό Δημοτικό Σχολείο Μυτιλήνης | - | - | - | - |
| 3o Δημοτικό Σχολείο Μυτιλήνης | - | - | - | - |
| 5o ΛΥΚΕΙΟ ΜΥΤΙΛΗΝΗΣ | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Vareiá
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Batı Radyo (TR) | classical | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| 105FM | antifa news, electronic | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Vareiá
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum - New Building | ||||
| Ecclesiastical Byzantine Museum of Mytilene | ||||
| Halim Bey Municipal Art Gallery | ||||
| Museum Parelthon | ||||
| Olive press Museum | ||||
| Taxiarchis Church (Museum) | ||||
| Theophilos Museum | ||||
| Λαϊκό μουσείο | ||||
| Μουσείο Βρανά | ||||
| Μουσείο Ούζου Βαρβαγιάννη | ||||
| Μουσείο Τεριάντ | ||||
| Ο κόσμος του ούζου | ||||
| Τσαρσί Χαμάμ |
Libraries in Vareiá
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ayvalık İlçe Halk Kütüphanesi | 0.0 | |||||
| ΔΗΜΟΤΙΚΗ ΒΙΒΛΙΟΘΗΚΗ | 0.0 | |||||
| Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη Μυτιλήνης | 0.0 | |||||
| Πανεπιστήμιο Βιβλιοθήκη | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Vareiá
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altınova Semt Pazarı | |||||
| Küçükhan Ayvalık | |||||
| Sarımsaklı Semt Pazarı | |||||
| Semt Pazarı |
Hotels in Vareiá
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Vareiá
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Vareiá
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Vareiá
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Vareiá
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Balıkesir Koca Seyit Airport | EDO | Large Airport |
| Chios Island National Airport | JKH | Medium Airport |
| Çiğli Airbase | IGL | Medium Airport |
| Mytilene International Airport | MJT | Medium Airport |
| Assos Aviation Village Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fly Pergamon Sport Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kaklıç Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sarımsaklı Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Yıldızlar Sportif Havaalanı | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Vareiá
17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ΑΓ ΑΝΤΩΝΗΣ | |
| ΑΓ ΜΑΡΙΝΑ | |
| Αγία Ευπρέπεια | |
| Αγία Παρασκευή | |
| Άγιος Γεώργιος | |
| Άγιος Ιωάννης ο Μόθωνας | |
| Άγιος Νικόλαος | |
| Άγιος Νικόλαος | |
| Άγιος Σπυρίδων | |
| Αίθουσα Βασιλείας των Μαρτύρων του Ιεχωβά | |
| Ευαγγελισμός Θεοτόκου | |
| Ζωοδόχου Πηγής | |
| ΝΕΚΡΟΤΑΦΕΙΟ ΒΑΡΕΙΑΣ | |
| Πλιγόνι Άγιος Γεώργιος | |
| Προφήτης Ηλίας | |
| ΤΑΞΙΑΡΧΗΣ ΚΑΓΙΑΝΙ | |
| ΤΡΕΙΣ ΙΕΡΑΡΧΕΣ |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Vareiá
What is the population of Vareiá?
Vareiá has a population of 1,133 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 41.5 square miles.
Is Vareiá expensive to live in?
The median household income is $14,904, 80% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Vareiá?
Vareiá enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.0 inches.
How is the job market in Vareiá?
There are 66 business establishments in the area.