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Albufeira, Portugal
Faro · Portugal
Albufeira is a small city in Faro, Portugal with a population of 15,851. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 15,851 |
| Population Density | 744 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.0882°, -8.2503° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Faro |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.8 inches (528 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Albufeira
Albufeira is a small city in Portugal (Faro) with a population of 15,851. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Climate in Albufeira
Albufeira has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.5°C), the coldest is Jan (12.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 474 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.9°F |
| 16% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 298 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 21.3 sq mi (55.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 744/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.0882°N, 8.2503°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.1 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1978 | CADIZ | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 139 km |
| 881 | CADIZ | Earthquake | — | — | 123 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 74°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
Albufeira has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 53°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Albufeira
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto de Artes e Letras de Albufeira | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica de Sesmarias | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica de Caliços | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica e Secundária de Albufeira | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Secundária de Albufeira | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica n.º 1 de Albufeira | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica Dom Martim Fernandes | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica Dr. Francisco Cabrita | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica de Correeira | — | — | — | — |
| EBSA | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica Vale de Pedras | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica Professora Diamantina Negrão | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Albufeira
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alvor FM | pop, top 40 | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Lagoa | local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RUA FM | electric, groove | MP3 |
Museums in Albufeira
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa da Cultura Islâmica e Mediterrânica | ||||
| Casa-Museu João de Deus | ||||
| Consciencia | ||||
| In The Pink - Galeria Fotografia | ||||
| Minimuseu | ||||
| Museu Casa Rosa | ||||
| Museu da Cortiça | ||||
| Museu de Arqueologia de Loulé | ||||
| Museu de Arte Sacra | ||||
| Museu do Traje e das Tradições | ||||
| Museu Municipal de Arqueologia | ||||
| Polo Museológico de Salir | ||||
| Silves Archaeological Museum |
Libraries in Albufeira
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arquivo Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Arquivo Municipal de Albufeira | 0.0 | |||||
| Arquivo Municipal de Lagoa | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca José Viegas Gregório | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Silves | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Lídia Jorge | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Sophia de Mello Breyner | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Albufeira
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carvoeiro Municipal Market | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado da Guia | |||||
| Mercado de Alte | |||||
| Mercado de Armação de Pera | |||||
| Mercado de Armação de Pêra | |||||
| Mercado de Loulé | |||||
| Mercado de Loulé | |||||
| Mercado de Pêra | |||||
| Mercado de Tunes | |||||
| Mercado do Fruta | |||||
| Mercado do Peixe | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Munícipal das Ferreiras | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Albufeira | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Lagoa | |||||
| Mercado Municipal do Algoz | |||||
| Municipal Market Silves |
Hotels in Albufeira
62 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Albufeira
159 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Albufeira
42 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Albufeira
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Albufeira
5 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Albufeira
3 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Albufeira
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Albufeira
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Albufeira
11 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Albufeira
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Albufeira
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Albufeira
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Albufeira
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerveja Artesanal Marafada | ||||
| Cerveja Marafada |
Stadiums & Teams in Albufeira
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Albufeira
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Faro - Gago Coutinho International Airport | FAO | Large Airport |
| Portimão Airport | PRM | Medium Airport |
| Aerodromo de Ourique | — | Small Airport |
| Courela do Outeiro Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lagos Airfield ULM | — | Small Airport |
| Martim Longo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pista da Herdade da Zambujeira UL | — | Small Airport |
| Pista do Belo | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Albufeira
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| CTT - Areias de São João | |
| CTT - Cerro Alagoa |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Albufeira
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Congregação Cristã em Portugal | |
| Igreja da Misericórdia | |
| Igreja da Orada | |
| Igreja de São Sebastião | |
| Igreja Evangélica Assembleia de Deus | |
| Igreja Manancial da Plenitude | |
| Igreja Matriz | |
| Igreja Sant’Ana | |
| São Vicente de Albufeira |
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Public Holidays in Portugal
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What is the population of Albufeira?
Albufeira has a population of 15,851 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 744 people per square mile, spread across 21.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Albufeira?
Albufeira enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.8 inches.