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Alcantarilha, Portugal
Faro · Portugal
Alcantarilha is a small town in Faro, Portugal with a population of 4,972. Elevation: 102 ft (31 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
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About Alcantarilha
Alcantarilha is a former civil parish in the municipality of Silves, Portugal. In 2013, the parish merged into the new parish Alcantarilha e Pêra. With an area of 19.54 square kilometres (7.54 mi2) the population of 2347 inhabitants is dispersed throughout the territory.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,972 |
| Population Density | 380 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 102 ft (31 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.1304°, -8.3462° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Faro |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.3 inches (516 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Alcantarilha
Alcantarilha is a small town in Portugal (Faro) with a population of 4,972. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet (31 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.7°F |
| 16% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 102 ft (31 m) |
| Area | 13.1 sq mi (33.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 380/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.1304°N, 8.3462°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 18.3 m (60 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1755 | LISBON | Earthquake | 18.3 m | 50,000 | 147 km |
| 1978 | CADIZ | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 148 km |
| 881 | CADIZ | Earthquake | — | — | 129 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (12°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) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
Alcantarilha has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 53°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 20.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Alcantarilha
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Básica de Alcantarilha | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Alcantarilha
4 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 | |
| TLA Rádio | local music, world music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Alcantarilha
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa da Cultura Islâmica e Mediterrânica | ||||
| Casa-Museu João de Deus | ||||
| Consciencia | ||||
| Minimuseu | ||||
| Museu Casa Rosa | ||||
| Museu da Cortiça | ||||
| Museu de Arte Sacra | ||||
| Museu Diogo Gonçalves | ||||
| Museu do Traje e das Tradições | ||||
| Museu Municipal de Arqueologia | ||||
| Portimao Museum | ||||
| Silves Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Studio Bongard |
Libraries in Alcantarilha
| 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 Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Portimão | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Silves | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Lídia Jorge | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Alcantarilha
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carvoeiro Municipal Market | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado da Guia | |||||
| Mercado de Alte | |||||
| Mercado de Armação de Pera | |||||
| Mercado de Armação de Pêra | |||||
| Mercado de Pêra | |||||
| Mercado de Tunes | |||||
| Mercado do Fruta | |||||
| Mercado do Peixe | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Munícipal das Ferreiras | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Albufeira | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Alvor | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Lagoa | |||||
| Mercado Municipal do Algoz | |||||
| Municipal Market Silves |
Hotels in Alcantarilha
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Alcantarilha
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Alcantarilha
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Alcantarilha
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Alcantarilha
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Alcantarilha
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Alcantarilha
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerveja Artesanal Marafada | ||||
| Cerveja Marafada |
Stadiums & Teams in Alcantarilha
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Alcantarilha
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 |
| Lagos Airfield ULM | — | Small Airport |
| Martim Longo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pista da Herdade da Zambujeira UL | — | Small Airport |
| Pista da Torre Vã | — | Small Airport |
| Pista do Belo | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alcantarilha
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela dos Ossos de Alcantarilha | |
| Igreja da Misericórdia | |
| Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora da Conceição |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Portugal
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What is the population of Alcantarilha?
Alcantarilha has a population of 4,972 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 380 people per square mile, spread across 13.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Alcantarilha?
Alcantarilha 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 73°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.3 inches.