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Capracotta

Isernia · Italy

One of the highest-elevation villages in central Italy, Capracotta sits in the mountains of Molise and holds several historic churches for a settlement of its size. The village also gained a place in the Guinness World Records in 2015 when a single 24-hour snowfall set a new world record, a distinction that reflects its standing as a ski destination in the region. The surrounding area is within reach of UNESCO World Heritage sites.

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  • Population872
  • Nearest water from center 1.2 km0.8 mi
  • Nearest mountain from center 2.4 km1.5 mi
Climate · monthly averages
J
2°35°
80mm3.2in
F
2°36°
75mm3.0in
M
5°41°
95mm3.6in
A
9°47°
95mm3.8in
M
13°55°
90mm3.5in
J
17°63°
70mm2.8in
J
20°68°
60mm2.3in
A
20°68°
55mm2.1in
S
16°60°
75mm3.0in
O
12°53°
85mm3.4in
N
7°45°
105mm4.2in
D
3°37°
95mm3.8in
Avg temp · total precipitation, 1991–2020 monthly normals · ERA5-Land · methodology ↗
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Capracotta: quick answers

Where is Capracotta?

Capracotta is in Isernia, Italy, about 26 km16 miles in a straight line from the city of Isernia.

How do you get to Capracotta?

The nearest airport is Pescara (PSR), about 1 hr 41 min away by road. The nearest train station is Carovilli-Roccasicura, about 30 min away by road.

What's the weather like in Capracotta?

The warmest month is August, averaging 20°C68°F across day and night; the coolest is January, at 2°C35°F. The wettest month is November, with about 106 mm4.2 in of precipitation. (Monthly averages, 1991–2020.)

What's in Capracotta?

OpenStreetMap lists 1 restaurant, 1 café and 6 places of worship within 2 km of the centre.

What's near Capracotta?

Other Wandering Well picks within 60 km include Agnone, Venafro and Isernia.

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