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Alcains, Portugal
Castelo Branco · Portugal
Alcains is a small town in Castelo Branco, Portugal with a population of 4,616. Elevation: 1,211 ft (369 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Alcains
Alcains is a civil parish in the municipality of Castelo Branco in Portugal. The population in 2021 was 4,615, in an area of 36.94 km².
Alcains is located within the urban agglomeration of Castelo Branco - Covilhã - Guarda, situated 12 km to the north of Castelo Branco, 230 km to the northeast of Lisbon and 280 km southeast from Porto, while 70 km to the west of the Portuguese-Spanish border and 380 km from Madrid). It is served by the A23 motorway highway, by the EN18 and EN352 national roadways, and also a rail-line from Linha da Beira Baixa.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,616 |
| Population Density | 279 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,211 ft (369 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.9164°, -7.4566° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Castelo Branco |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.7 inches (831 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Alcains
Alcains is a small town in Portugal (Castelo Branco) with a population of 4,616. The city sits at an elevation of 1,211 feet (369 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Climate in Alcains
Alcains has an average annual temperature of 16.1°C (61°F). The hottest month is Jul (25°C), the coldest is Jan (8.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 787 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.3°F |
| 12% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 277 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,211 ft (369 m) |
| Area | 16.5 sq mi (42.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 279/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.9164°N, 7.4566°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 56°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 1.5 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 4.7 in |
Alcains has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 47°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Alcains
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Básica de Escalos de Cima | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica de Tinalhas | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica e Secundária de Alcains | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica de Escalos de Baixo | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica do 1º Ciclo e Jardim de Infância de Póvoa de Rio de Moinhos | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica de Lardosa | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica de Alcains | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Alcains
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rádio Cova da Beira | local music, talk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| FLUXMEDIA | dance, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Rádio Clube de Arganil | arganil, public radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio cantinho da senhora da povoa | regional music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Alcains
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa da Memória da Presença Judaica em Castelo Branco | ||||
| Casa do Arco do Bispo | ||||
| Casino Fundanense | ||||
| Centro de Cultura Contemporânea de Castelo Branco | ||||
| Centro de Interpretação do Bordado | ||||
| Centro de Interpretação do Jardim do Paço | ||||
| Convento da Graça Museu de Arte Sacra | ||||
| Museu Arqueológico Municipal José Monteiro | ||||
| Museu Cargaleiro | ||||
| Museu da Seda | ||||
| Museu do Canteiro | ||||
| Museu Francisco Tavares Proença Júnior | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico do Azeite | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico do Azeite de Sarnadas de Ródão | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico do Contrabando |
Libraries in Alcains
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Eugénio de Andrade | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal António Salvado | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Alcains
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campo da Feira | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Praça Municipal |
Restaurants in Alcains
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Alcains
9 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Alcains
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Alcains
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Alcains
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Alcains
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Alcains
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estância de Ski da Serra da Estrela | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Alcains
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aerodromo de Castelo Branco | - | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Municipal de Ponte de Sor | - | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo da Pampilhosa da Serra | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Coja | - | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Mação | - | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Monfortinho | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Seia | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodromo Municipal de Proença-a-Nova | - | Small Airport |
| Campo de Voo da Quinta Branca | - | Small Airport |
| Dragoa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pista da Comenda | - | Small Airport |
| Pista da Herdade da Lameira | - | Small Airport |
| Pista do Cabeço da Vaca UL | - | Small Airport |
| Pista do Monte do Pombo | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Alcains
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correios | |
| CTT Escalos de Cima | |
| Posto CTT - Sobral do Campo |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alcains
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela de Santa Apolónia | |
| Capela de Santa Bárbara | |
| Capela do Espírito Santo | |
| Capela do Espírito Santo | |
| Centro de Saúde de Alcains | |
| Igreja Matriz de Lardosa | |
| Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora da Conceição | |
| Igreja Matriz de São Pedro da Lousa | |
| Shed |
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What is the population of Alcains?
Alcains has a population of 4,616 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 279 people per square mile, spread across 16.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Alcains?
Alcains enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.7 inches.