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Zarós, Greece
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Zarós is a small town in Crete, Greece with a population of 2,205. Elevation: 1,096 ft (334 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Zarós
Zaros is a village and a former municipality in the Heraklion regional unit, Crete, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform it is part of the municipality Faistos, of which it is a municipal unit. The municipal unit has an area of 71.803 km2 (27.723 sq mi). Population 2,565 (2021). Zaros village, at an altitude of 340 metres, is a village with a lake and gorge nearby. The village has a couple of hotels and it is 44 km from Heraklion at the southern foothills of Mount Psiloritis. The population produce olive oil, sultanas, vegetables and spring water. There are a couple of tavernas that serve trout. Close by is Rouvas Gorge, which is part of the Psiloritis mountain range and is on the hiking route known as the E4 European Walking Path. Nearby Zaros village are traditional water mills which have been working since the 16th century, as well as archaeological sites and monasteries. Zaros is also famous for its bottled water derived from Lake Votomos.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 2,205 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,096 ft (334 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.1303°, 24.9041° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | Crete |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.6 inches (700 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $21,060 |
About Zarós
Zarós is a small town in Greece (Crete) with a population of 2,205. The city sits at an elevation of 1,096 feet (334 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Zarós vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $21,060 |
| 72% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 128 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Zarós
Zarós has an average annual temperature of 18.8°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jul (26.1°C), the coldest is Feb (12.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 481 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.7°F |
| 16% above Greece avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,096 ft (334 m) |
| Area | 116.1 sq mi (300.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1303°N, 24.9041°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
12 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 90.0 m (295 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| -1610 | THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) | Astronomical | 90.0 m | - | 148 km |
| 1650 | THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) | Explosion | 30.0 m | 120 | 148 km |
| 2020 | CRETE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 129 km |
| 2000 | CRETE | Eruption + Earthquake | 0.5 m | - | 124 km |
| 2009 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 119 km |
| 2025 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 115 km |
| 2013 | CRETE | Earthquake | 0.0 m | - | 82 km |
| 1870 | ALEXANDRIA | Earthquake | - | - | 139 km |
| 1629 | CRETE | Earthquake | - | - | 97 km |
| 1494 | ISLAND OF CRETE | Earthquake | - | - | 68 km |
| 1050 | ISLAND OF THIRA | Astronomical | - | - | 148 km |
| 46 | THERA ISLAND (SANTORINI) | Astronomical | - | - | 148 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Santorini (148 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Santorini | Shield(s) | 367 m (1,204 ft) | 1950 | 148 km |
| Milos | Stratovolcano(es) | 751 m (2,464 ft) | 140 | 179 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 4.8 in |
Zarós has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 50°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.6") and August the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Zarós
21 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Radio 92.6 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Μουσικό Κανάλι Ρεθύμνου 101.3 | greek folk | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Kriti FM 87.5 | cretan music, greek | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Mires 97,1 | greek, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Παραπολιτικά Ρεθύμνου 102.4 | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Studio Ρέθυμνο 980 | folk, greek | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Ραδιοκύματα 102.6 | folk, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Άστρο 96.4 | folk, greek | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Μεγαλόνησος 89.8 | greek, traditional | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Best Radio 94.7 FM | - | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Best Radio | rock | UNKNOWN | |
| KRITIKOS 88.7 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Studio 19 | greek hellenic music | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Σωτηρόπουλος | ορθοδοξία, χριστιανισμός | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Ορθοδοξία - Γραφή | ορθοδοξία, χριστιανισμός | MP3 96 kbps | |
| DRS 95.3 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ορθοδοξία - Σωτηρόπουλος Νικόλαος | orthodox christian, ορθοδοξία | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Ορθοδοξία - Α. Μυτιληναίος | orthodox christian, speech | MP3 32 kbps | |
| DRS FM 95.3 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Team 102 | news talk, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO MIRES 97.1 | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Zarós
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archeological Museum of Messara | ||||
| Christian Art Museum | ||||
| Folk Art Museum of Agia Galini | ||||
| Folk Museum of Ano Asites | ||||
| Heraklion Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Heraklion Museum of Ancient Greek Technology Kostas Kotsanas | ||||
| Historical Museum of Crete | ||||
| Höney museum | ||||
| Museum of Cretan Ethnology | ||||
| Museum of Wooden Sculptures | ||||
| Natural History Museum of Crete | ||||
| Nikos Xylouris | ||||
| RAM Rulers | ||||
| The Museum of ancient Eleutherna | ||||
| Αγία Αικατερίνη | ||||
| Κέντρο Αρχαιολογικής Πληροφόρησης | ||||
| Μουσείο |
Libraries in Zarós
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library of the University Of Crete | 0.0 | |||||
| Βιβλιοθήκη ΕΛΜΕΠΑ | 0.0 | |||||
| Βικελαία Βιβλιοθήκη | 0.0 | |||||
| Βικελαία Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Zarós
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local Market (Sa) | |||||
| Miros Bazzar | |||||
| Open Street Market Area | |||||
| Λαϊκή Αγορά |
Hotels in Zarós
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Zarós
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Zarós
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Zarós
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Zarós
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notos Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Zarós
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Zarós
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport | HER | Large Airport |
| (*)Kasteli Hellenic Air Force Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Tympaki Air Base | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Zarós
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Agia Kyriaki | |
| Agios Charalambos | |
| Ágios Fanoúrios Varsamónero | |
| Agios Georgios | |
| Agios Ioannis Rouva | |
| Agios Nikolaos Monastery | |
| St. George | |
| Άγιο Αντώνιο | |
| Ιερός Ναός Αναλήψεως του Χριστού (Δύο Πρίνοι) | |
| Ιερός Ναός Τιμίου Σταυρού |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Zarós
What is the population of Zarós?
Zarós has a population of 2,205 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 116.1 square miles.
Is Zarós 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 Zarós?
Zarós enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.6 inches.
How is the job market in Zarós?
There are 128 business establishments in the area.