Alcántara, Spain
Extremadura · Spain
Alcántara is a small town in Extremadura, Spain with a population of 1,287. Elevation: 787 ft (240 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°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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People
Climate
| Population | 1,287 |
| Population Density | 23 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 787 ft (240 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.7190°, -6.8838° |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
| Country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| State / Province | Extremadura |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.8 inches (631 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Alcántara
Alcántara is a small town in Spain (Extremadura) with a population of 1,287. The city sits at an elevation of 787 feet (240 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above Spain avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 787 ft (240 m) |
| Area | 56.1 sq mi (145.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.7190°N, 6.8838°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
Alcántara has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 48°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.6") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Alcántara
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sailing School Navegantes Amigos del Tajo | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria Miguel Primo de Rivera | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria San Pedro de Alcántara | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Alcántara
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rádio Portalegre (PT) | local music, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio cantinho da senhora da povoa (PT) | regional music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Alcántara
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Gitana |
Libraries in Alcántara
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca "El Rincón de la Sabiduría" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Alcántara
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Alcántara
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Alcántara
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Alcántara
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Alcántara
12 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Alcántara
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Alcántara
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Alcántara
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Alcántara
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Alcántara
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aerodromo de Castelo Branco | - | Medium Airport |
| Aeroclub Cáceres | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Coria | - | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Monforte | - | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Monfortinho | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Royanejos | - | Small Airport |
| Campo de Voo da Quinta Branca | - | Small Airport |
| Dragoa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| El Rinconcillo de Guadalupe | - | Small Airport |
| Morante Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pista do Cabeço da Vaca UL | - | Small Airport |
| Pista do Monte do Pombo | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alcántara
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ermita de la Virgen de los Hitos | |
| Ermita de los Remedios | |
| Ermita de San Antonio | |
| Iglesia de San Pedro de Alcántara | |
| Iglesia Santa María de Almocóvar |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Spain
32 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Alcántara?
Alcántara has a population of 1,287 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 56.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Alcántara?
Alcántara 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 77°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 24.8 inches.
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