Vrísa, Greece
North Aegean · Greece
Vrísa is a small town in North Aegean, Greece with a population of 1,721. Elevation: 141 ft (43 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Vrísa
Polichnitos is a town and a former municipality on the island of Lesbos, North Aegean, Greece. Since the 2019 local government reform it is part of the municipality West Lesbos, of which it is a municipal unit. Population 3,438 (2021). The municipal unit is located in the central south coast of the island, adjacent to the south side of the Bay of Kalloni. It has a land area of 172.629 km2. Its municipal seat is in the town of Polichnítos. The next largest villages are Vrísa, Vasiliká, and Lisvóri.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,721 |
| Population Density | 70 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.0400°, 26.2010° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | North Aegean |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.8 inches (604 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Vrísa
Vrísa is a small town in Greece (North Aegean) with a population of 1,721. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet (43 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.0°F |
| 11% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Area | 24.8 sq mi (64.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 70/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.0400°N, 26.2010°E |
| 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 | 137 km |
| 1949 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 7 | 43 km |
| 1968 | LEMNOS ISLAND, NORTH AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 22 | 113 km |
| 2017 | LESBOS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 1 | 19 km |
| 1944 | EDREMIT GULF, AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 30 | 62 km |
| 1867 | LESBOS | Earthquake | - | 563 | 25 km |
| 1856 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | - | 60 km |
| 1668 | SMYRNA, W. TURKEY | Earthquake | - | - | 106 km |
| 1389 | CHIOS ISLAND, AEGEAN ISLANDS | Earthquake | - | 2 | 72 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 56°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
Vrísa has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 45°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.7") and August the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near Vrísa
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Batı Radyo (TR) | classical | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| 105FM | antifa news, electronic | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Vrísa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Museum Georgios Iakovidis | ||||
| Folk Museum | ||||
| Gogos Mansion | ||||
| Industrial olive oil production museum in Lesvos | ||||
| Natural History Collection | ||||
| Λαϊκό μουσείο | ||||
| Μουσείο Ούζου Βαρβαγιάννη | ||||
| Μουσείο Ρητίνης Αμπελικού | ||||
| Ο κόσμος του ούζου |
Libraries in Vrísa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Δημοτική βιβλιοθήκη | 0.0 |
Hotels in Vrísa
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Vrísa
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Vrísa
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Vrísa
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Vrísa
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chios Island National Airport | JKH | Medium Airport |
| Mytilene International Airport | MJT | Medium Airport |
| Assos Aviation Village Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sarımsaklı Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Vrísa
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ag. Pantés | |
| St John | |
| Αγ. Αικατερίνη | |
| Αγία Αναστασία | |
| Αγία Άννα | |
| Άγιος Ιωάννης | |
| Άγιος Νικόλαος | |
| Άγιος Φωκάς | |
| Ζωοδόχος Πηγή | |
| Προφήτης Ηλίας | |
| Χριστός | |
| Χριστός |
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Waterfalls Near Vrísa
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Vrísa.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Καταρράκτης Νιγήδας |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Vrísa
What is the population of Vrísa?
Vrísa has a population of 1,721 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 70 people per square mile, spread across 24.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vrísa?
Vrísa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 23.8 inches.
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