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Begíjar, Spain
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Begíjar is a small town in Andalusia, Spain with a population of 3,098. Elevation: 1,886 ft (575 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Begíjar
Begíjar is a town located in the Andalusian province of Jaén, Spain. According to 2021 INE figures, the town had a population of 2,998.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 3,098 |
| Population Density | 33 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,886 ft (575 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.9849°, -3.5309° |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
| Country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| State / Province | Andalusia |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.8 inches (401 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,493 |
| Median Age | 44.9 years |
About Begíjar
Begíjar is a small town in Spain (Andalusia) with a population of 3,098. The city sits at an elevation of 1,886 feet (575 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Begíjar vs Spain Average
Income: Begíjar vs Spain
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Income
| Median HH Income | $33,493 |
| 55% below Spain avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 235 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Begíjar
Begíjar has an average annual temperature of 17.3°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jul (27.6°C), the coldest is Jan (8.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 490 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.4°F |
| 16% above Spain avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 307 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,886 ft (575 m) |
| Area | 94.9 sq mi (245.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 33/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.9849°N, 3.5309°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1522 | ALBORAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 1,000 | 137 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Calatrava Volcanic Field (107 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Calatrava Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,117 m (3,665 ft) | -3600 | 107 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | Wettest |
Begíjar has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 47°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.3") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Begíjar
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria Vera Cruz | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria Ramón Mendoza | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Begíjar
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cadena Dial | música en español | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Cadena Dial | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Cadena Dial - Arahal | arahal, español | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Begíjar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Arte Contemporáneo "Francisco Fernández" | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación Ciudad Fortificada de Giribaile | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación del Aceite de Oliva | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación del Paisaje Minero | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación Olivar y Aceite | ||||
| Centro de Recepción de Visitantes de Cástulo | ||||
| Centro de Recepción de Visitantes del Oppidum de Puente Tablas | ||||
| El Pósito (Centro de Interpretación de la Ciudad) | ||||
| La Casa del Barro | ||||
| Muelle de Carga de la Estación de Madrid | ||||
| Museo "Cerezo Moreno" | ||||
| Museo "Torre del Reloj" | ||||
| Museo Andalusí | ||||
| Museo Andrés Segovia | ||||
| Museo Antonio Romero | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico de Linares. Monográfico de Cástulo | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico de Úbeda | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico de Úbeda | ||||
| Museo Baeza | ||||
| Museo Casa Hermandad Cofradía de la Vera Cruz | ||||
| Museo de Alfarería | ||||
| Museo de Artes y Costumbres Populares | ||||
| Museo de la Batalla de Bailén | ||||
| Museo de la Cultura del Olivo | ||||
| Museo de las Telecomunicaciones | ||||
| Museo del cantante Raphael | ||||
| Museo del Territorio "Torreón del Recuerdo" | ||||
| Museo San Juan de la Cruz | ||||
| Paleomágina. Centro de Investigaciones Prehistóricas de Sierra Mágina | ||||
| Visita Catedral |
Libraries in Begíjar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca escolar | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
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| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal "Carlos III" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Alfonso Carrasco | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Linares | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Fanny Rubio | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Juan Pasquau | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa Cultura. Biblioteca y Archivo Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro Guadalinfo | 0.0 | |||||
| Edificio B2 Biblioteca | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Begíjar
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Hotels in Begíjar
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Begíjar
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Begíjar
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Begíjar
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Begíjar
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Begíjar
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Begíjar
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Begíjar
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Begíjar
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Begíjar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Yoana |
Stadiums & Teams in Begíjar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Begíjar
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo "Puente de Genave" | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Jaen - Las Infantas | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Linares | - | Small Airport |
| AeroVeleta ULM | - | Small Airport |
| Atlas Center Vuelos de Drones | - | Small Airport |
| Beas De Segura Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| El Barranco - Sierra Morena | - | Small Airport |
| Guadix | - | Small Airport |
| La Caminera Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La Centenera | - | Small Airport |
| La Cuesta Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| La Perdiz - Torre De Juan Abad Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Terrinches Agro Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Begíjar
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Oficina de Correos |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Begíjar
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ermita de la Virgen de la Cabeza | |
| Iglesia de Santiago Apóstol |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Spain
32 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Begíjar?
Begíjar has a population of 3,098 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 94.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Begíjar 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 Begíjar?
Begíjar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.8 inches.
How is the job market in Begíjar?
There are 235 business establishments in the area.