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Ardales, Spain
Andalusia · Spain
Ardales is a small town in Andalusia, Spain with a population of 2,631. Elevation: 1,329 ft (405 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
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About Ardales
Ardales is a town and municipality in the Province of Málaga, part of the autonomous community of Andalusia in southern Spain. The municipality is approximately 62.5 kilometres from Málaga.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 2,631 |
| Population Density | 39 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,329 ft (405 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.8780°, -4.8469° |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
| Country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| State / Province | Andalusia |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.8 inches (656 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,493 |
| Median Age | 44.9 years |
About Ardales
Ardales is a small town in Spain (Andalusia) with a population of 2,631. The city sits at an elevation of 1,329 feet (405 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Ardales vs Spain Average
Income: Ardales vs Spain
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Income
| Median HH Income | $33,493 |
| 55% below Spain avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 200 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.0°F |
| 11% above Spain avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,329 ft (405 m) |
| Area | 67.3 sq mi (174.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 39/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.8780°N, 4.8469°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1680 | ALBORAN SEA | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 70 | 24 km |
| 1804 | ALBORAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 2 | 144 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 62°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
Ardales has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 47°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 25.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Ardales
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria Sagrado Corazón de Jesús | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ardales
31 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| COPE Málaga | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Chocolate FM | chr, dance | MP3 192 kbps | |
| BeachGrooves Radio | deep house, house | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Chocolate FM [calidad móvil-low bandwidth] | chr, dance | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Talk Radio Europe | eclectic, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIOLE (España) | música española | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Fiebre Latina Radio 96.6 FM | bachata, latino | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Onda Cero Malaga | local news, news | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Gozadera Fm | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Moscatel 107.1 FM Axarquía - España | 70s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Oro Marbella | 70s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Oro | oldies | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Sonaos fm | 1980s, 90's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Only Romantic Radio | easy listening, lovesongs | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Radio Network Spain | jazz, smooth | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Campillos | classical | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Cadena SER Málaga | cultural news, live | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Casares | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RusRadio Marbella | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LOS40 | exitos, hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| SER Lucena | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Marbescop | costa del sol, culture française | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Mega Radio | 90s, electronic | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Estepona-Costa del Sol | information, pop | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Radio Planeta | classic hits, hits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Radio Network España | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Radio Network | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Chanquete Costa del Sol 105.2 FM | entretenimiento, hits | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Costa Del Mar Dance | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Chanquete FM 99.5 | entretenimiento, hits | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| radio sonaos stereo | 80s, 90's | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Ardales
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa-Museo Marigloria | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación La Peña de Ardales | ||||
| Museo de Almargen | ||||
| Museo de artes populares | ||||
| Museo Municipal de Pizarra | ||||
| Museo Municipal y Oficina de Turismo |
Libraries in Ardales
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal "Antonio Machado" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal "María Sagredo" | 0.0 | |||||
| Edificio Los Verdiales | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ardales
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Plaza de Abastos |
Hotels in Ardales
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ardales
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ardales
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Ardales
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ardales
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ardales
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Ardales
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervezas Gaitanejo |
Stadiums & Teams in Ardales
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ardales
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gibraltar Airport | GIB | Large Airport |
| Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport | AGP | Large Airport |
| Aeródromo de Antequera | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Écija | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Loja | - | Small Airport |
| Alhama de Granada Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Base BRICA de Cártama | - | Small Airport |
| Campo de vuelo de Villanueva del Trabuco | - | Small Airport |
| Ecija 2 private airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La Axarquía-Leoni Benabu Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ronda | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ardales
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Convento San Sebastián (Capuchinos) | |
| Iglesia Nuestra Señora de los Remedios |
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What is the population of Ardales?
Ardales has a population of 2,631 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 39 people per square mile, spread across 67.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Ardales expensive to live in?
The median household income is $33,493, 55% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Ardales?
Ardales enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.8 inches.
How is the job market in Ardales?
There are 200 business establishments in the area.