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Bescanó, Spain

Catalonia · Spain

Bescanó is a small town in Catalonia, Spain with a population of 3,767. Elevation: 348 ft (106 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,767 Population 1,264/sq mi density
348 ft Elevation 106 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
33.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Madrid Timezone
$33,493 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$33,493 median income

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About Bescanó

Bescanó

Bescanó is a small town in the province of Girona and autonomous community of Catalonia, Spain. The municipality covers an area of 45.86 square kilometres (17.71 sq mi) and the population in 2014 was 4874.

People

Population3,767
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density1,264/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,493

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain33.5 in/yr
Sunny Days333/yr
Elevation348 ft (106 m)
Population3,767
Population Density1,264 / sq mi
Elevation348 ft (106 m)
Coordinates41.9660°, 2.7392°
TimezoneEurope/Madrid
Country🇪🇸 Spain
State / ProvinceCatalonia
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation33.5 inches (851 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.9 inches (20 cm)
Median Household Income$33,493
Median Age44.9 years

About Bescanó

Bescanó is a small town in Spain (Catalonia) with a population of 3,767. The city sits at an elevation of 348 feet (106 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.

Bescanó has a population of 3,767 with a density of 1,264 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,767
Total Population
1,264
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above Spain avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bescanó vs Spain Average

The median household income in Bescanó is $33,493, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 286 business establishments.

Income: Bescanó vs Spain

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Income

Median HH Income$33,493
55% below Spain avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)286

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Bescanó

Bescanó has an average annual temperature of 15.1°C (59°F). The hottest month is Aug (24°C), the coldest is Jan (7.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 703 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 7.4°C / 45°F 1.2° / 13.7° 57.8
Feb 8.2°C / 47°F 1.6° / 14.7° 42.1
Mar 10.8°C / 51°F 4.1° / 17.4° 52.6
Apr 13°C / 55°F 6.5° / 19.6° 65.9
May 16.8°C / 62°F 10.3° / 23.3° 65.4
Jun 21.1°C / 70°F 14.5° / 27.7° 57.9
Jul 23.8°C / 75°F 17.1° / 30.6° 40.7
Aug 24°C / 75°F 17.3° / 30.8° 47.5
Sep 20.2°C / 68°F 13.9° / 26.6° 74.8
Oct 16.5°C / 62°F 10.7° / 22.4° 85.7
Nov 11.2°C / 52°F 5.3° / 17.1° 61.2
Dec 8°C / 46°F 2° / 14° 51.1
Bescanó enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 333 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.5 inches. The area receives 7.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 348 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above Spain avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days333 days/yr

Geography

Elevation348 ft (106 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density1,264/sq mi
Coordinates41.9660°N, 2.7392°W
TimezoneEurope/Madrid

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.5"
12% below Spain avg
Snowfall 7.9"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.43"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

444 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.0 on Feb 1, 2022.

Feb 18, 1996 3 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France M4.7 97 km
Feb 18, 1996 7 km ENE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France M4.6 99 km
Mar 19, 1992 3 km SW of Campdevànol, Spain M4.5 57 km
Sep 21, 2004 7 km E of Camprodon, Spain M4.5 44 km
Dec 15, 1991 34 km SSE of Castelldefels, Spain M4.4 120 km
Feb 26, 2003 4 km E of Ribes de Freser, Spain M4.4 57 km
Jul 22, 2008 3 km NW of les Planes d'Hostoles, Spain M4.3 22 km
Sep 26, 1994 26 km SSE of Canet de Mar, Spain M4.2 67 km
Jun 1, 2004 5 km NW of Sant Joan de les Abadesses, Spain M4.2 53 km
Aug 8, 2007 3 km NE of Piera, Spain M4.1 93 km
Feb 1, 2022 7 km ESE of Farrera, Spain M4.0 127 km
Sep 23, 2004 4 km NNW of Ribes de Freser, Spain M4.0 64 km
Sep 17, 1994 22 km SSE of Arenys de Mar, Spain M4.0 65 km
Feb 18, 1996 5 km ENE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France M3.9 98 km
Jun 2, 2001 5 km ENE of Bagà, Spain M3.9 76 km
Feb 18, 1996 6 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France M3.9 100 km
Mar 29, 1996 4 km NNE of Leucate, France M3.9 112 km
Jun 5, 1997 10 km S of Quillan, France M3.8 102 km
Feb 19, 1996 7 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France M3.8 101 km
Feb 20, 1996 8 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France M3.8 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Olot Volcanic Field (29 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Olot Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 893 m (2,930 ft) Unknown 29 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 1.7 in
March 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
May 60°F (16°C) 3.1 in
June 67°F (20°C) 2.5 in
July 74°F (23°C) 1.3 in Warmest, Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 2.1 in
September 67°F (20°C) 3.0 in
October 60°F (15°C) 3.4 in Wettest
November 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in
December 46°F (8°C) 2.7 in

Bescanó has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 41°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.4") and July the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Bescanó

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institut La Miquela - - - -
Escola Doctor Sobrequés - - - -
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Radio Stations near Bescanó

24 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ràdio 90 (128k) funk, jazz MP3 128 kbps
Xtra FM music, santa cristina d'aro MP3 192 kbps
Xtra 106.3 (US) sports MP3 48 kbps
Radio DOS 84 2000s, 70's MP3 64 kbps
Ràdio Palafrugell local information, music MP3 128 kbps
Ràdio Olot olot MP3 192 kbps
Ràdio 90 (320k) funk, jazz MP3 320 kbps
staronlineradio 70s disco, classic rock MP3 192 kbps
Nova Radio Lloret - MP3 320 kbps
Ràdio Capital pals MP3 192 kbps
Ràdio Vilablareix vilablareix MP3 64 kbps
Ràdio Capital de l'Empordà - MP3 192 kbps
El 9 FM granollers MP3 128 kbps
Ràdio Premià de Mar premià de mar MP3 128 kbps
Ràdio Platja d'Aro music, platja d'aro MP3 128 kbps
Ràdio Marina blanes, music MP3 128 kbps
Ràdio Arenys de Munt arenys de munt MP3 128 kbps
Ona Malgrat malgrat de mar MP3 128 kbps
Ràdio Arenys arenys de mar MP3 128 kbps
Ràdio Pineda pineda de mar MP3 256 kbps
Radio SantVi 107.4FM - MP3 128 kbps
Mataró Ràdio debate, local news MP3 128 kbps
VILASSAR RADIO best music MP3 128 kbps
FUNKY TRACKS RADIO 80s, 90s MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Bescanó

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Antiga màquina de Vapor
Banys Àrabs
CaixaForum Girona
Can Caciques. Centre d'interpratació de Llagostera
Can Figueres
Can Santamaria
Centre Bonastruc ça Porta
Centre Cultural i d'Informació Turística els Forns
Cinema Museum
Església de Sant Pere de Galligants
Estació de Mata de l'antic Tren Pinxo de Banyoles
Estría de Rebost
Farga del Roquer
Gala Dalí Castle
La Casa de la Paraula
Mobles Terrades
Museu Aragay
Museu Arqueològic
Museu bíblic
Museu d'Arqueologia de Catalunya
Museu d'arqueologia subaquàtica de Catalunya
Museu d'Art
Museu d'Art de Girona - Farmàcia de L'Hospital Santa Caterina
Museu d'Història de la Ciutat
Museu d'Història dels Jueus
Museu Darder
Museu de Galetes Trias
Museu de l'Aigua
Museu de la Catedral
Museu de la Pagesia
Museu de la Terrissa
Museu Emili Vilà
Museu Etnològic del Montseny La Gabella
Museu Etnològic Lluís Sidera
Museu Guilleries
Museu Municipal
Parc de les Coves Prehistòriques de Serinyà
Soldat de Plom Girona
The international Circus Palace

Libraries in Bescanó

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Arxiu Local0.0
Aula de lectura Modest Prats0.0
Bibilioteca Escolar Escola Marta Mata0.0
Biblioteca Antònia Adroher0.0
Biblioteca Carles Rahola0.0
Biblioteca Colldegria0.0
Biblioteca Comarcal del Pla de l'Estany (Mata - Porqueres)0.0
Biblioteca de Col·legi d'Advocats0.0
Biblioteca de L'Arxiu Històric de Girona0.0
Biblioteca de L'Arxiu Municipal0.0
Biblioteca de l'associació de veïns de Pedret0.0
Biblioteca de L'Escola de l'Esplai0.0
Biblioteca de l'Hospital DR.Josep Trueta0.0
Biblioteca de L'Hospital J. Trueta0.0
Biblioteca de L'Institut d'Estudis Gironins0.0
Biblioteca de l'institut Montilivi0.0
Biblioteca de la Catedral0.0
Biblioteca de La UdG. Campus Centre0.0
Biblioteca de La UdG. Campus Montilivi0.0
Biblioteca de la UNED-Girona0.0
Biblioteca de la universitat de Girona - Campus del Barri Vell0.0
Biblioteca del Col·legi d'Aparelladors i Arquitectes Tècnics de Girona0.0
Biblioteca del col·legi d'arquitectes0.0
Biblioteca del Col·legi d'Arquitectes de Catalunya. Dem. Girona0.0
Biblioteca del Col·legi d'Enginyers Tècnics Industrials de Girona0.0
Biblioteca del Museu d'Arqueologia de Catalunya i del Centre d'Arqueologia0.0
Biblioteca del Museu del Cinema0.0
Biblioteca del seminari0.0
Biblioteca Eliezer Eljanan Schalit0.0
Biblioteca Ernest Lluch0.0
Biblioteca Escola Bosc de la Pabordia0.0
Biblioteca Escolar Montfollet0.0
Biblioteca Francesc Ferrer i Guàrdia0.0
Biblioteca i Centre Cívic0.0
Biblioteca Iu Bohigas0.0
Biblioteca Joan Vinyoli0.0
biblioteca Joaquim Bauxell0.0
Biblioteca Julià Cutiller0.0
Biblioteca Just M. Casero0.0
Biblioteca Miquel Martí i Pol0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca municipal0.0
Biblioteca Municipal Can Roscada0.0
Biblioteca Municipal d'Amer0.0
Biblioteca municipal de Breda0.0
Biblioteca Municipal de Celrà0.0
Biblioteca municipal Emilia Xargay0.0
Biblioteca popular de l'ateneu 24 de juny0.0
Biblioteca Pública de Girona0.0
Biblioteca pública municipal Maria de Jonquers0.0
Biblioteca Riudarenes0.0
Biblioteca Salvador Allende0.0
Biblioteca Universitat de Girona0.0
Bublioteca Doledat Ridaura i Feixas0.0
Can Cornet0.0
Cartoteca de la universitat de Girona0.0
Centre de Documentació Europea0.0
Joan Rigau i Sala0.0
Library Marià Vayreda0.0
Punt de lectura de Sant Narcís0.0
Punt de Lectura de Torre Gironella0.0
Sala Galà0.0
Sociotecta annexa Joaquim Franch0.0
Unió Ballorienca0.0

Farmers Markets in Bescanó

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercat municipal d'Abastaments

Restaurants in Bescanó

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bescanoní
La Barca
La Vendetta
Quo Vadis
Rostisseria La Cresta

Cafes in Bescanó

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe de la Placa
Les Voltes

Theatres in Bescanó

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Teatre de Bescanó

Clinics in Bescanó

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clinica Dental Bescanó

Gas Stations in Bescanó

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Petrolis Independents Bescanó

Banks in Bescanó

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BBVA
Santander Bank

Breweries in Bescanó

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Dual lab
Kuriona
La Black Flag
Rispa

Stadiums & Teams in Bescanó

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Bescanó

6 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Vallter 2000 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Cambre d'Aze 0.0 - - $0 - - -
La Quillane 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Les Angles 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Formiguères 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Puyvalador 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Bescanó

34 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Girona-Costa Brava AirportGROLarge Airport
Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat AirportBCNLarge Airport
Folgueroles Airfield-Medium Airport
Aeroclub L’Estartit-Small Airport
Aeròdrom de Foixà-Small Airport
Aeròdrom de Llabiá-Small Airport
Aeròdrom de Pals-Small Airport
Aeròdrom de Viladamat-Small Airport
Aerodrom Tapioles-Small Airport
Aeródromo de Ordis-Small Airport
Altiport du Col de la Marrano-Small Airport
Altiport du Plateau de la Calme-Small Airport
Altisurface de Coste Del Palm-Small Airport
Altisurface de l'Hippopotame-Small Airport
Altisurface du Clos de Legua-Small Airport
Ampuriabrava Airfield-Small Airport
Beuda Besalu Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Camp de Vol de Palafolls-Small Airport
Camp de vol La Puieda-Small Airport
Camp de Vol Prat de la Plana-Moià-Small Airport
Canterrane Airfield-Small Airport
Club Aernautic Catalunya-Small Airport
Corneilla-la-Rivière Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Llupia Airfield-Small Airport
Moià Les Umbertes-Small Airport
Mont Llaret Pic d'Aude Altisurface-Small Airport
Mont Llaret Roc d'Aude Airfield-Small Airport
Mont Louis La Quillane Airfield-Small Airport
Montescot Airfield-Small Airport
Sabadell Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Génis Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Jean Pla de Corts Airfield-Small Airport
ST LUC Passa Airfield-Small Airport
Ste Léocadie Airfield-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Bescanó

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
CESMAR

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bescanó

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ermita de la Concepció
Ermita de Sant Pere
Església de Sant Llorenç
Santa Margarida

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Madrid

🇪🇸 About Spain

Capital Madrid
Population 46,723,749
Area 504,782 km²
GDP (USD) $1,619,481,980,720
GDP per capita $33,493
HDI 0.911
Life expectancy 83.9 years
Internet users 95.5%
Urban population 80.1%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages Spanish, Catalan, Basque, Galician
Calling code +34
TLD .es
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Spain

32 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Jan 6 Epiphany Día de Reyes / Epifanía del Señor
Feb 28 Day of Andalucía Día de Andalucía
Mar 1 Day of the Balearic Islands Dia de les Illes Balears
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 6 Easter Monday Lunes de Pascua
Apr 23 Castile and León Day Día de Castilla y León
Apr 23 Day of Aragón San Jorge (Día de Aragón)
May 1 Labour Day Fiesta del trabajo
May 2 Day of Madrid Fiesta de la Comunidad de Madrid
May 17 Galician Literature Day Día das Letras Galegas
May 30 Day of the Canary Islands Día de Canarias
May 31 Day of Castilla-La Mancha Día de la Región Castilla-La Mancha
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Corpus Christi
Jun 9 Day of La Rioja Día de La Rioja
Jun 9 Day of Murcia Día de la Región de Murcia
Jun 24 St. John's Day Sant Joan
Jul 25 Santiago Apóstol Santiago Apóstol
Jul 28 Day of the Cantabrian Institutions Día de las Instituciones de Cantabria
Aug 15 Assumption Asunción
Sep 8 Day of Asturias Día de Asturias
Sep 8 Day of Extremadura Día de Extremadura
Sep 11 National Day of Catalonia Diada Nacional de Catalunya
Sep 15 Feast of Our Lady of Bien Aparecida Festividad de la Bien Aparecida
Oct 9 Day of the Valencian Community Dia de la Comunitat Valenciana
Oct 12 National Day of Spain Fiesta Nacional de España
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de todos los Santos
Dec 6 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Feast of Saint Stephen

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bescanó

What is the population of Bescanó?

Bescanó has a population of 3,767 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 1,264 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Bescanó 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 Bescanó?

Bescanó enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 333 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.5 inches, with 7.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bescanó?

There are 286 business establishments in the area.

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