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Bensafrim, Portugal
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Bensafrim is a small town in Faro, Portugal with a population of 2,004. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
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About Bensafrim
Bensafrim is a former civil parish in the municipality of Lagos, Portugal. In 2013, the parish merged into the new parish Bensafrim e Barão de São João. It has about 2,004 inhabitants (2001).
People
Climate
| Population | 2,004 |
| Population Density | 66 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 108 ft (33 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.1558°, -8.7352° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Faro |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.2 inches (512 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bensafrim
Bensafrim is a small town in Portugal (Faro) with a population of 2,004. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet (33 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.1°F |
| 15% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 108 ft (33 m) |
| Area | 30.3 sq mi (78.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 66/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.1558°N, 8.7352°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 18.3 m (60 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1755 | LISBON | Earthquake | 18.3 m | 50,000 | 114 km |
| 881 | CADIZ | Earthquake | — | — | 144 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
Bensafrim has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 54°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 20.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.5") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Bensafrim
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nautiluz Learning & Inovation Hub | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica de Bensafrim | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Bensafrim
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rádio Lagoa | local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| TLA Rádio | local music, world music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Bensafrim
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aljezur Táctil Museu Municipal | ||||
| Anciente Slave Market | ||||
| Casa das Artes e Ofícios da Freguesia de Marmelete | ||||
| Casa Museu José Manuel da Graça Rosado Amôres | ||||
| Casa-Museu Pintor José Cercas | ||||
| Centro das Ciências de Lagos | ||||
| Museo de Vila do Bispo | ||||
| Museo do Mar et da terra da Carrapateira | ||||
| Museu da Fortaleza | ||||
| Museu de Lagos Dr. José Formosinho | ||||
| Museu Diogo Gonçalves | ||||
| Museu Municipal de Aljezur | ||||
| Portimao Museum | ||||
| Studio Bongard |
Libraries in Bensafrim
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal de Portimão | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Dr. Júlio Dantas | 0.0 | |||||
| Posto Público Associativo | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bensafrim
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de levante - viv'o mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Vila do Bispo | |||||
| Mercado do Rogil | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal 25 de Abril | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Aljezur | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Alvor | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Santo Amaro |
Hotels in Bensafrim
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bensafrim
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bensafrim
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bensafrim
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bensafrim
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bensafrim
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Portimão Airport | PRM | Medium Airport |
| Aerodromo de Ourique | — | Small Airport |
| Lagos Airfield ULM | — | Small Airport |
| Pista da Herdade da Zambujeira UL | — | Small Airport |
| Pista da Torre Vã | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bensafrim
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ponto CTT |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Portugal
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Bensafrim?
Bensafrim has a population of 2,004 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 66 people per square mile, spread across 30.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bensafrim?
Bensafrim enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.2 inches.