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Arouca, Portugal
Aveiro · Portugal
Arouca is a small city in Aveiro, Portugal with a population of 21,146. Elevation: 1,027 ft (313 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Arouca
The Abbey of St. Batholomew, more simply known as the Abbey of Arouca, was a Cistercian monastery of women dating from the 10th century. It is located in Arouca, now in the Porto metropolitan area of Portugal. For much of its existence, it was one of the most influential religious centers in that region of the country.
People
Climate
| Population | 21,146 |
| Population Density | 2,858 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,027 ft (313 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.9306°, -8.2449° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Aveiro |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.3 inches (1,429 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Arouca
Arouca is a small city in Portugal (Aveiro) with a population of 21,146. The city sits at an elevation of 1,027 feet (313 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Climate in Arouca
Arouca has an average annual temperature of 13.9°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jul (22.2°C), the coldest is Jan (6.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 995 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.1°F |
| 2% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 234 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,027 ft (313 m) |
| Area | 7.4 sq mi (19.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,858/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.9306°N, 8.2449°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 8.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 7.4 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 5.6 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 6.5 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 8.0 in |
Arouca has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 44°F in January to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 56.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.2") and July the driest (0.8").
Schools in Arouca
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Básica do 1° Ciclo da Boavista | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Escolar de Rossas | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Escolar do Burgo | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica do 1º Ciclo com Jardim de Infância de Paço | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica do 1º Ciclo com Jardim de Infância de Paços | - | - | - | - |
| Escola de Montanha | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica do 1º Ciclo e Jardim de Infância de Canelas | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Primária de Bustelo | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Primária de Cabreiros (desactivada) | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica do 1º Ciclo de Bacêlo | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica do 1º Ciclo de Nespereira | - | - | - | - |
| Ecola Básica de Covêlo | - | - | - | - |
| Jardim de Infância n.º 1 de Arouca | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica n.º 1 de Arouca | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica de Ponte de Telhe | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Secundária de Arouca | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica de Arouca | - | - | - | - |
| EB1 São João | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Arouca
24 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rádio Nova Era | dj, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio NoAr | popular music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Smooth Jazz Portugal | smooth jazz | AAC 127 kbps | |
| Fama Rádio | local news, pop music | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Rádio Onda Viva | local music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Cidade Hoje | local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Regional de Arouca | fado, folklore | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Terranova 105 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Estação Diária Rádio, Viseu – 96.8 FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| VFM 94.6 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| nigga.pt (chill) | - | OGG | |
| Rádio Vizela | hits, local news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Felgueiras | adult contemporary, fado | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Lafões FM | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Rádio Riba-Távora | local music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Estação Diária | electro, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Limite | world music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| All Stars Radio (ES) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| MetalON - The Heavy | heavy metal, metal | MP3 192 kbps | |
| QEOM FM | - | AAC | |
| Rádio XL | oldies, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Botareu | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Rádio Clube de Lamego | religion | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Clube da Feira | fado, local music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Arouca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berço Vidreiro | ||||
| Casa das Pedras Parideiras | ||||
| Casa de Tormes | ||||
| Casa do Xiné | ||||
| Casa-museu do Rancho Folclórico da Ribeira de Fráguas | ||||
| Casa-museu Ferreira de Castro | ||||
| Casa-Museu Regional de Oliveira de Azeméis | ||||
| Centro de Interpretação das Minas de Ouro de Castromil e Banjas | ||||
| Centro de Interpretação Geológica de Canelas | ||||
| Museu Biblioteca Doutor Manuel Luciano da Silva | ||||
| Museu de Arte Sacra de Arouca | ||||
| Museu Engenho de Azeite de Sebolido | ||||
| Museu Municipal | ||||
| Museu Municipal de Arouca | ||||
| Museu Municipal de Baião | ||||
| Museu Municipal de Sever do Vouga | ||||
| Museu Municipal de Vale de Cambra | ||||
| Museu Municipal de Vouzela | ||||
| Museu Paroquial da Foz do Sousa | ||||
| Museu Serpa Pinto | ||||
| Núcleo de Experiências Turísticas do Couto Mineiro do Pejão | ||||
| Núcleo museológico de Eça de Queiroz |
Libraries in Arouca
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca da Escola Básica e Secundária de Escariz | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca de Canedo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca de Milheirós de Poiares | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca de Ossela | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca e Arquivo da Fundação Eça de Queiroz | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Arouca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Castelo de Paiva | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Oliveira de Frades | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municípal de Oliveira de Frades | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de São João da Madeira | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de São Pedro do Sul | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Sever do Vouga | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Vale de Cambra | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Ferreira de Castro | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Padre Domingos Azevedo Moreira - Abade de Pigeiros | 0.0 | |||||
| Livraria | 0.0 | |||||
| Livraria Camões | 0.0 | |||||
| Sala de leitura | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Arouca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bazar Chinês | |||||
| Feira | |||||
| Feira de antiguidades e velharias | |||||
| Feira de Baião | |||||
| Feira de Melres | |||||
| Feira de Vouzela | |||||
| Grande Bazar Chinês | |||||
| Hiper Ok | |||||
| Mercado de Cinfães | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Castelo de Paiva | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Oliveira de Azeméis | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de São João da Madeira | |||||
| Praça | |||||
| Praça do Mercado |
Hotels in Arouca
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Arouca
22 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Arouca
20 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Arouca
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Arouca
3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Arouca
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Arouca
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Arouca
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Arouca
8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Arouca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mickas |
Stadiums & Teams in Arouca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Arouca
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estância de Ski da Serra da Estrela | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Arouca
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport | OPO | Large Airport |
| Aerodromo Goncalves Lobato (Viseu Airport) | VSE | Medium Airport |
| Braga Municipal Aerodrome | - | Medium Airport |
| Ovar Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Vila Real Airport | VRL | Medium Airport |
| Vilar de Luz Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| Aerodromo da Pedra da Broa | - | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Cabeceiras de Basto UL | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Coja | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Seia | - | Small Airport |
| Casarão UL | - | Small Airport |
| Corvachã Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Espinho Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Laúndos Airfield UL | - | Small Airport |
| Pista do Minhéu | - | Small Airport |
| Quinta de Fôja | - | Small Airport |
| São Jacinto Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Arouca
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| CTT | |
| CTT |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Arouca
64 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alminhas da Nossa Senhora do Carmo | |
| Calvário | |
| Capela da Feira - S. Vicente | |
| Capela da Senhora da Guia (Festa no 2º Domingo de Julho) | |
| Capela da Senhora da Mó | |
| Capela da Senhora dos Anjos | |
| Capela de Carvalhal Redondo | |
| Capela de Nossa Senhora de Fátima | |
| Capela de Nossa Senhora do Campo | |
| Capela de Nossa Senhora do Carmo | |
| Capela de Nossa Senhora dos Milagres | |
| Capela de Nossa Senhora dos Remédios | |
| Capela de Sanfins | |
| Capela de Santa Bárbara | |
| Capela de Santa Bárbara | |
| Capela de Santa Bárbara (ruína) | |
| Capela de Santa Catarina | |
| Capela de Santa Luzia | |
| Capela de Santa Maria do Monte | |
| Capela de Santiago |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Portugal
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Arouca
What is the population of Arouca?
Arouca has a population of 21,146 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 2,858 people per square mile, spread across 7.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Arouca?
Arouca has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.3 inches.