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Alcanar, Spain
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Alcanar is a small city in Catalonia, Spain with a population of 9,402. Elevation: 220 ft (67 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 9,402 |
| Population Density | 253 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 220 ft (67 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.5432°, 0.4808° |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
| Country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| State / Province | Catalonia |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.6 inches (524 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,493 |
| Median Age | 44.9 years |
About Alcanar
Alcanar is a small city in Spain (Catalonia) with a population of 9,402. The city sits at an elevation of 220 feet (67 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Alcanar vs Spain Average
Income: Alcanar vs Spain
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Income
| Median HH Income | $33,493 |
| 55% below Spain avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 715 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Alcanar
Alcanar has an average annual temperature of 18.1°C (65°F). The hottest month is Aug (27°C), the coldest is Jan (10.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 509 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.4°F |
| 14% above Spain avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 220 ft (67 m) |
| Area | 37.1 sq mi (96.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 253/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.5432°N, 0.4808°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 1.4 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 2.0 in |
Alcanar has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 48°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 20.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (0.6").
Schools in Alcanar
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Joan Baptista Serra | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Alcanar
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ràdio Ràpita | sant carles de la ràpita | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Imagina Radio | 2000s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Alcanar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arxiu Comarcal del Montsià | ||||
| Casa de Cultura | ||||
| Casa museu del Camp d'Aviació de la Sénia | ||||
| Centre d'Interpretació d'Art Rupestre Abrics de l'Ermita (MAC) | ||||
| Centre d'Interpretació Molí de l'Oli | ||||
| Centro de Interpretaciòn Parque Natural Sierra d'Irta | ||||
| de la Pauma | ||||
| Ecomuseu del Parc Natural del Delta de l'Ebre | ||||
| La Casa de Fusta - Museu Ornitològic | ||||
| La Torra | ||||
| Magic Museum by Yunke | ||||
| Mucbe | ||||
| Museu Casa O'Connor | ||||
| Museu de la Mar | ||||
| Museu de la Mar de l'Ebre | ||||
| Museu de les Terres de l'Ebre | ||||
| Museu dels Mariners |
Libraries in Alcanar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comarcal Sebastià Juan Arbó | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Delta de l'Ebre | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Deltebre | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pere de Montcada | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Popular d'Ulldecona | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Trinitari Fabregat | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Centre Cultural | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Alcanar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadillo de Peñíscola | |||||
| Mercat Central de Benicarló | |||||
| Mercat Municipal | |||||
| Mercat Municipal | |||||
| Mercat Municipal | |||||
| Mercat Municipal d'Amposta | |||||
| Mercat setmanal | |||||
| Night market |
Hotels in Alcanar
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Alcanar
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Alcanar
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Alcanar
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Alcanar
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Alcanar
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Alcanar
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Alcanar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lo balconet craft beer |
Airports Near Alcanar
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Reus Airport | REU | Large Airport |
| Castellón-Costa Azahar Airport | CDT | Medium Airport |
| Campo de Vuelo de Caspe | - | Small Airport |
| Castellon de la Plana Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Les Planes UL | - | Small Airport |
| Vinaròs Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Alcanar
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correus |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alcanar
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capelleta del Remei | |
| el Calvari | |
| Ermita del Remei | |
| Església de Sant Miquel |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Spain
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What is the population of Alcanar?
Alcanar has a population of 9,402 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 253 people per square mile, spread across 37.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Alcanar expensive to live in?
The median household income is $33,493, 55% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Alcanar?
Alcanar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.6 inches.
How is the job market in Alcanar?
There are 715 business establishments in the area.