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Zygós, Greece
East Macedonia and Thrace · Greece
Zygós is a small town in East Macedonia and Thrace, Greece with a population of 1,485. Elevation: 522 ft (159 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Zygós
Filippoi, is a village and a former municipality in the Kavala regional unit, East Macedonia and Thrace, Greece built on the Via Egnatia. Since the 2011 local government reform it is part of the municipality Kavala, of which it is a municipal unit. The municipal unit has an area of 238.751 km2. The 2021 census reported a population of 10,133 for the municipal unit and 796 for the village. The ruins of ancient Philippi are located in the municipal unit.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 1,485 |
| Population Density | 34 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 522 ft (159 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.0132°, 24.3813° |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
| Country | 🇬🇷 Greece |
| State / Province | East Macedonia and Thrace |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.8 inches (579 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $15,768 |
About Zygós
Zygós is a small town in Greece (East Macedonia and Thrace) with a population of 1,485. The city sits at an elevation of 522 feet (159 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Athens.
Income: Zygós vs Greece
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $15,768 |
| 79% below Greece avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 86 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.5°F |
| 1% below Greece avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 295 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 522 ft (159 m) |
| Area | 43.5 sq mi (112.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 34/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0132°N, 24.3813°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1905 | NORTH AEGEAN SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 3.0 m | 11 | 105 km |
| 1932 | NORTH AEGEAN | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 161 | 70 km |
| 1893 | SAMOTHRACE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 1 | 110 km |
| 2014 | NORTH AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 3 | 117 km |
| 1902 | AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 5 | 100 km |
| 1585 | NORTH AEGEAN SEA | Earthquake | - | - | 91 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
Zygós has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 37°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.8") and August the driest (0.9").
Schools in Zygós
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Δημοτικό Σχολείο Ζυγού Καβάλας | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Zygós
20 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seven News 94.4 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ble 93 | - | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Πρωινή Καβάλα | news, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| ΕΝΑ 90.5 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ρυθμός 96.8 | greek pop | MP3 224 kbps | |
| Δίαυλος 93 | greek pop, mainstream | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Τεριρέμ | orthodox christian | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ράδιο Δράμα 99.1 | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Ιερά Μητρόπολη Ξάνθης | orthodox christian, religion | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Όμορφη Πόλη 89.9 | greek music, news | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Xanthi Dee Jay 94.6 | electronic, hiphop | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Ερωτικός 103 | greek music | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Λάμψη 105.7 | greek, pop | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Alpha Radio 88,6 Kavala | - | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Capital 107 | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Παλμός 103.2 | folk, greek | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Μακεδόνισσα 106.4 | greek, mainstream | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Alpha News Δράμα | greek, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kavala News | news, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Lobby 101.8 | greek music, news talk | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Zygós
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum of Drama | ||||
| Archaeological Museum of Filippoi | ||||
| Archaeological Museum of Kavala | ||||
| Halil Bey Mosque | ||||
| Olive and Oil Museum | ||||
| The house of Mohamed Ali | ||||
| Κέντρο Πληροφόρησης Εθνικού Πάρκου Οροσειράς Ροδόπης | ||||
| Λαογραφικό Μουσείο Δράμας | ||||
| Μουσείο Κέρινων Ομοιωμάτων Θεόδωρου Κοκκινίδη | ||||
| Τέμενος Σαντιρβάν | ||||
| Τοbacco Μuseum |
Libraries in Zygós
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Public Library of Drama | 0.0 | |||||
| Δημοτική Βιβλιοθήκη Καβάλας "Βασίλης Βασιλικός" | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Zygós
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Λαϊκή Αγορά Καβάλας | |||||
| Λαϊκή Αγορά Καβάλας 2 |
Castles in Zygós
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Zygós
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kavala's Microbrewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Zygós
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Zygós
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pamporovo | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Chepelare | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Zygós
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kavala Alexander the Great International Airport | KVA | Large Airport |
| Kavala Amygdaleon Lydia Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sitagroi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Xanthi Aeroclub | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Zygós
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Λυδία - Euromedica |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Zygós
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ι. Ν. Αποστόλου Θωμά |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Greece
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Zygós
What is the population of Zygós?
Zygós has a population of 1,485 residents and is located in Greece. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 43.5 square miles.
Is Zygós expensive to live in?
The median household income is $15,768, 79% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Zygós?
Zygós has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.8 inches.
How is the job market in Zygós?
There are 86 business establishments in the area.