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Angústias, Portugal
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Angústias is a small town in Azores, Portugal with a population of 2,418. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Angústias
Angústias is one of the three freguesias that comprise the urban area of the city of Horta, on the island of Faial in the Portuguese archipelago of the Azores. This is an economically active, densely populated area. The population in 2011 was 2,418, in an area of 3.79 km2. Due to its commercial nature, the parish is one of the island's primary destinations for tourism, due to the concentration of historical sights and shopping. It contains the localities Caminho do Meio, Courelas, Pasteleiro, Port Pim, Termo da Igreja and Vigia.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,418 |
| Population Density | 1,114 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.5255°, -28.6313° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Azores |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Azores |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.2 inches (1,225 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Angústias
Angústias is a small town in Portugal (Azores) with a population of 2,418. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.2 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Azores.
Climate in Angústias
Angústias has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1055 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.6°F |
| 16% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 248 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,114/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.5255°N, 28.6313°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Azores |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1641 | AZORES | Unknown | 9.0 m | — | 48 km |
| 1980 | AZORES | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 69 | 80 km |
| 1757 | AZORES | Earthquake | — | 1,053 | 50 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Fayal (12 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Fayal | Stratovolcano | 1,043 m (3,422 ft) | 1958 | 12 km |
| Pico | Stratovolcano | 2,351 m (7,713 ft) | 1720 | 21 km |
| Graciosa | Stratovolcano | 402 m (1,319 ft) | -1950 | 79 km |
| Terceira | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,023 m (3,356 ft) | 2000 | 116 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 6.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 5.4 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 5.9 in |
Angústias has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 56°F in February to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.4") and July the driest (1.7").
Schools in Angústias
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola do Mar dos Açores | — | — | — | — |
| EB1/JI de Pasteleiro | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Secundária Manuel de Arriaga | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Angústias
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atafona do Calço | ||||
| Capelinhos Volcano Interpretation Centre | ||||
| Casa das Aves Marinhas dos Açores | ||||
| Casa dos Botes | ||||
| Casa Etnográfica | ||||
| Casa Manuel de Arriaga | ||||
| Casa Rural Típica | ||||
| Centro de Interpretação da Paisagem da Cultura da Vinha da Ilha do Pico | ||||
| Dabney's House | ||||
| Horta Museum | ||||
| Museu da ALRAA | ||||
| Museu de Arte Sacra da Horta | ||||
| Museu de Cachalotes e Lulas | ||||
| Museu do Vinho do Pico | ||||
| Núcleo Expositivo das Bicas | ||||
| Observatório do Mar dos Açores | ||||
| Porto Pim Aquarium - Live Fish Station | ||||
| Scrimshaw Museum |
Libraries in Angústias
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auditório Municipal e Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública e Arquivo Regional João José da Graça | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Angústias
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcado Municipal da Madalena | |||||
| Mercado de Peixe | |||||
| Mercado Municipal da Horta | |||||
| Mercado Municipal da Madalena |
Hotels in Angústias
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Angústias
14 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Angústias
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Angústias
6 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Angústias
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Angústias
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Angústias
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Angústias
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Graciosa Airport | GRW | Medium Airport |
| Horta Airport | HOR | Medium Airport |
| Pico Airport | PIX | Medium Airport |
| São Jorge Airport | SJZ | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Angústias
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela da Rainha Santa Isabel | |
| Capela de Nossa Senhora da Guia | |
| Church of Our Lady of Anguish | |
| Ermida de Santa Bárbara | |
| Igreja Evangélica Assembleia de Deus | |
| Igreja Nova Apostólica | |
| Igreja Universal do Reino de Deus | |
| Império da Cruz da Portela | |
| Império da Mocidade Pasteleirense | |
| Império do Divino Espírito Santo da Infância | |
| Império dos Operários do Pasteleiro |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Portugal
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Angústias?
Angústias has a population of 2,418 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 1,114 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Angústias?
Angústias enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.2 inches.