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Barco, Portugal
Castelo Branco · Portugal
Barco is a small town in Castelo Branco, Portugal with a population of 879. Elevation: 1,348 ft (411 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Barco
Silvares ist eine Gemeinde (Freguesia) im portugiesischen Kreis Fundão. In ihr leben 968 Einwohner.
People
Climate
| Population | 879 |
| Population Density | 162 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,348 ft (411 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.1741°, -7.6081° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Castelo Branco |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.8 inches (1,315 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Barco
Barco is a small town in Portugal (Castelo Branco) with a population of 879. The city sits at an elevation of 1,348 feet (411 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.3°F |
| 1% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 242 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,348 ft (411 m) |
| Area | 5.4 sq mi (14.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 162/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1741°N, 7.6081°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 7.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 6.1 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 4.4 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 0.7 in | |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 5.5 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 6.5 in | |
| December | 44°F (6°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
Barco has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 42°F in January to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (7.8") and August the driest (0.6").
Schools in Barco
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Básica do 2° e 3° Ciclo n.º 2 de Paúl | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica do 1ºCiclo e Jardim de Infância n.º 1 de Paúl | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica do Telhado | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica de Silvares | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Barco
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estação Diária Rádio, Viseu – 96.8 FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Cova da Beira | local music, talk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| VFM 94.6 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| FLUXMEDIA | dance, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Rádio Clube de Arganil | arganil, public radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio cantinho da senhora da povoa | regional music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Antena Livre | local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Elmo | local music, world music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Limite | world music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Estação Diária | electro, pop | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Barco
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa da Cultura | ||||
| Casa Museológica de São Jorge da Beira | ||||
| Casa Típica | ||||
| Casino Fundanense | ||||
| Centro de Interpretação da Argemela | ||||
| Centro de Interpretação da República Afonso Costa | ||||
| Centro Interpretativo da Cereja | ||||
| Centro Interpretativo de Arte Rupestre | ||||
| Escola da Floresta | ||||
| Lagar de Azeite | ||||
| Museu Arqueológico Municipal José Monteiro | ||||
| Museu da Covilhã | ||||
| Museu de Piodão | ||||
| Museu do Brinquedo | ||||
| Museu do Queijo | ||||
| Museu Mineiro das Minas da Panasqueira | ||||
| Museu Nacional do Pão | ||||
| Museu Natural da Electricidade de Seia | ||||
| Santa Rita |
Libraries in Barco
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Central | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Eugénio de Andrade | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Covilhã | 0.0 | |||||
| Blblioteca Municipal de Seia | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Barco
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feira semanal de Seia | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Unhais da Serra | |||||
| Praça Municipal |
Restaurants in Barco
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Barco
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Barco
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Barco
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Barco
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Barco
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Barco
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Barco
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 Barco
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aerodromo de Castelo Branco | - | Medium Airport |
| Aerodromo Goncalves Lobato (Viseu Airport) | VSE | Medium Airport |
| Aerodromo da Lousã | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo da Pampilhosa da Serra | - | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo da Pedra da Broa | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Coja | - | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Mação | - | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Monfortinho | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Seia | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Municipal de Ferreira do Zezere UL | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodromo Municipal de Proença-a-Nova | - | Small Airport |
| Campo de Voo da Quinta Branca | - | Small Airport |
| Dragoa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pista da Comenda | - | Small Airport |
| Pista do Cabeço da Vaca UL | - | Small Airport |
| Pista do Monte do Pombo | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Barco
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela da Santa Luzia | |
| Capela de Nossa Senhora dos Milagres | |
| Capela de São Sebastião | |
| Capela do Espírito Santo | |
| Igreja Matriz de Paul | |
| Igreja Paroquial do Telhado | |
| Santuário de Nossa Senhora das Dores |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Portugal
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Barco
What is the population of Barco?
Barco has a population of 879 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 162 people per square mile, spread across 5.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Barco?
Barco has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.8 inches.