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Alter do Chão, Portugal
Portalegre · Portugal
Alter do Chão is a small town in Portalegre, Portugal with a population of 2,600. Elevation: 883 ft (269 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 2,600 |
| Population Density | 38 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 883 ft (269 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.1974°, -7.6589° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Portalegre |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.5 inches (672 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Alter do Chão
Alter do Chão is a small town in Portugal (Portalegre) with a population of 2,600. The city sits at an elevation of 883 feet (269 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.6°F |
| 12% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 288 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 883 ft (269 m) |
| Area | 69.1 sq mi (178.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 38/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.1974°N, 7.6589°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1531 | TAGUS RIVER, LISBON | Earthquake | - | 30,000 | 136 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (9°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 62°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
Alter do Chão has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 49°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Alter do Chão
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Básica e Secundária Padre José Agostinho Rodrigues | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Profissional Agostinho Roseta - Polo do Crato | - | - | - | - |
| Agrupamento de Escolas do Crato | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica de Alter do Chão | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Profissional de Desenvolvimento Rural de Alter do Chão | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Alter do Chão
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rádio Castelo Branco | adult contemporary, local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Planície - 92.8 FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Elvas | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Alter do Chão
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beit-Ha - Midrasch-Sefardin | ||||
| Centro de Arqueologia de Avis | ||||
| Centro de Interpretação da Batalha de Atoleiros | ||||
| Museu Casa Agricola José Cortes | ||||
| Museu da Tapeçaria de Portalegre - Guy Fino | ||||
| Museu da Vila Romana de Torre de Palma | ||||
| Museu Escolar | ||||
| Museu José Régio | ||||
| Museu Municipal de Portalegre | ||||
| Museu Municipal do Crato |
Libraries in Alter do Chão
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca de Gáfete | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Fronteira | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Monforte | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal José Saramago | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Laranjo Coelho | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal Library of Portalegre | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Alter do Chão
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Seda | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Alter do Chão | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Avis | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Cabeço de Vide | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Fronteira | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Sousel | |||||
| Mercado Municipal do Crato |
Hotels in Alter do Chão
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Alter do Chão
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Alter do Chão
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Alter do Chão
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Alter do Chão
4 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Alter do Chão
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Alter do Chão
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Alter do Chão
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Alter do Chão
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Alter do Chão
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aerodromo de Castelo Branco | - | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Municipal de Ponte de Sor | - | Medium Airport |
| Évora Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| Tancos Airbase | - | Medium Airport |
| Aerodromo de Mação | - | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Monforte | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Municipal de Ferreira do Zezere UL | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodromo Municipal de Proença-a-Nova | - | Small Airport |
| Amendoeira Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Arraiolos Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Campo de Voo de Valdonas UL | - | Small Airport |
| Campo de Vuelo Casimiro Patiño | - | Small Airport |
| Cano | - | Small Airport |
| Ciborro Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| El Manantío Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Herdade da Galega | - | Small Airport |
| Military Airfield of Santa Margarida | - | Small Airport |
| Monte de Freixial Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Morargil Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Nossa Senhora de Machede Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pista da Barragem do Maranhão | - | Small Airport |
| Pista da Comenda | - | Small Airport |
| Pista da Herdade da Lameira | - | Small Airport |
| Pista de Montargil | - | Small Airport |
| Pista de Volta do Vale | - | Small Airport |
| Pista do Monte do Lago | - | Small Airport |
| Pista do Monte do Pombo | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Alter do Chão
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| CTT |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alter do Chão
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela de Santo António dos Olivais | |
| Capela de São Gregório | |
| Convento de Santo António | |
| Igreja da Misericórdia | |
| Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Alegria | |
| Igreja do Espírito Santo | |
| Igreja do Senhor Jesus do Outeiro | |
| Igreja Matriz de Cabeço de Vide | |
| Igreja Matriz do Crato | |
| Igreja Paroquial de Alter do Chão |
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What is the population of Alter do Chão?
Alter do Chão has a population of 2,600 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 69.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Alter do Chão?
Alter do Chão enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.5 inches.