Alcañices, Spain
Castille and León · Spain
Alcañices is a small town in Castille and León, Spain with a population of 867. Elevation: 2,631 ft (802 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Alcañices
Alcañices is a small town in the province of Zamora, Spain. It is very close to the Portugal-Spain border, not far from the Portuguese town of Bragança. In fact, the Village is especially remembered for being the seat of the Treaty of Alcañices that on 12 September 1297 defined the border between Portugal and the Crown of Castile, the oldest in Europe.
People
Climate
| Population | 867 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,631 ft (802 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.6994°, -6.3465° |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
| Country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| State / Province | Castille and León |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.8 inches (834 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Alcañices
Alcañices is a small town in Spain (Castille and León) with a population of 867. The city sits at an elevation of 2,631 feet (802 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.
Climate in Alcañices
Alcañices has an average annual temperature of 12.9°C (55°F). The hottest month is Jul (21.9°C), the coldest is Jan (5°C). Average annual precipitation is 770 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.8°F |
| 2% below Spain avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,631 ft (802 m) |
| Area | 92.2 sq mi (238.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.6994°N, 6.3465°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (4°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 42°F (5°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
Alcañices has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 38°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.8") and August the driest (0.8").
Schools in Alcañices
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria Virgen de la Salud | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria Aliste | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Alcañices
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terra Quente FM (PT) | local, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Ansiães (PT) | community radio, local music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Alcañices
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa da Cultura Mirandesa | ||||
| Casa de los Carochos | ||||
| Casa del Maestro-Museo Antonio Álvarez Pérez | ||||
| Centro Cultural | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación de las Especies Micológicas y Museo de los Castros de Aliste | ||||
| Molino La Veiga | ||||
| Museo Alistano | ||||
| Museo de la Tradición | ||||
| Museo Etnográfico de Rabanales | ||||
| Museu da Terra de Miranda | ||||
| Museu de la Tierra de Miranda | ||||
| Museu Etnográfico de Algoso |
Libraries in Alcañices
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arquivo Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal António Maria Mourinho | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Alcañices | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Alcañices
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Gado de Malhadas | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Alcañices
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Alcañices
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Alcañices
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Alcañices
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Alcañices
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Alcañices
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Alcañices
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Alcañices
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bragança Airport | BGC | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Calzada de Valdunciel | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Navianos de Valverde | - | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo El Busto | - | Small Airport |
| Las Torres de Aliste | - | Small Airport |
| Mogadouro Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rosinos de la Requejada Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Urros ULM | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alcañices
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ermita de Santa Catalina | |
| Iglesia de la Asunción de Alcañices | |
| Iglesia de San Pedro | |
| Iglesia de Santa Ana | |
| Iglesia de Santa Colomba de Alcorcillo | |
| Iglesia de Santo Domingo | |
| Santuario de la Virgen de la Salud |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Spain
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What is the population of Alcañices?
Alcañices has a population of 867 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 92.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Alcañices?
Alcañices has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 32.8 inches.
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