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Boticas, Portugal
Vila Real · Portugal
Boticas is a small city in Vila Real, Portugal with a population of 5,750. Elevation: 1,640 ft (500 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Boticas
Boticas is a town and a municipality in northern Portugal, in the district of Vila Real and in the Trás-os-Montes region. Covering an area of 321.96 square kilometres (124.31 mi2), it had a population of 4,832 in 2024, while the town of Boticas itself had 1,540 residents in 2021. The municipality is part of the Alto Tâmega intermunicipal community and, together with Montalegre, forms the historical and cultural Barroso region. Boticas is known for its archaeological heritage, including Iron Age castros and the finding of Gallaecian warrior statues.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,750 |
| Population Density | 608 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,640 ft (500 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.6894°, -7.6691° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Vila Real |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.5 inches (1,257 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Boticas
Boticas is a small city in Portugal (Vila Real) with a population of 5,750. The city sits at an elevation of 1,640 feet (500 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,640 ft (500 m) |
| Area | 9.5 sq mi (24.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 608/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.6894°N, 7.6691°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 6.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 6.0 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 4.6 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 5.9 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 6.1 in |
Boticas has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 40°F in January to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 49.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.5") and July the driest (0.9").
Schools in Boticas
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Básica do 1º Ciclo de Boticas | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica do 2º e 3º Ciclo de Boticas | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Boticas
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rádio Valdevez | local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Montalegre | local music, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Universidade FM | local music, student | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Boticas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Camilo | ||||
| Casa dos Candeias - Museu Vivo | ||||
| Casa Museu João Vieira | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación do Couto Mixto | ||||
| Ecomuseu Centro Avifauna do Barroso | ||||
| Ecomuseu de Barroso - Espaço Padre Fontes | ||||
| Museu da Região Flaviense | ||||
| Museu de Arte Sacra da Região Flaviense | ||||
| Museu do Linho | ||||
| Museu do Volfrâmio | ||||
| Museu Militar | ||||
| Museu Municipal Padre José Rafael Rodrigues | ||||
| Museu Rural da Castanha | ||||
| Museu Termas Romanas de Chaves | ||||
| Museum of Contemporary Arts Nadir Afonso | ||||
| Núcleo de Chaves do Museu Ferroviário | ||||
| Parque Arqueológico do Vale do Terva |
Libraries in Boticas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca de Montalegre | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Chaves | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Ribeira de Pena | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Vila Pouca de Aguiar | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Oímbra | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Verín | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Boticas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Carrazedo de Montenegro | |||||
| Mercado de Cerva | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Vidago | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Vila Pouca de Aguiar |
Hotels in Boticas
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Boticas
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Boticas
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Boticas
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Boticas
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Boticas
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Boticas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Boticas
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estación de Esquí de Manzaneda | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Boticas
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vila Real Airport | VRL | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo de Antela | - | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Cabeceiras de Basto UL | - | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Chaves | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Sober | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Trasmirás | - | Small Airport |
| Base aérea de Verín-Oímbra | - | Small Airport |
| Chaira Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Corvachã Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mirandela Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pista do Minhéu | - | Small Airport |
| Urros ULM | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Boticas
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correios |
Treatment Centers in Boticas
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Chaves Termas & SPA | ||
| FisioFlaviae |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Boticas
35 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela da Casa dos Paulos | |
| Capela da Senhora do Alívio | |
| Capela de Nossa Senhora da Conceição | |
| Capela de Nossa Senhora dos Anjos | |
| Capela de Santa Bárbara | |
| Capela de Santo Aleixo | |
| Capela de Santo Amaro | |
| Capela de São Brás | |
| Capela de São Domingos | |
| Capela de São Mamede | |
| Capela de São Mateus | |
| Capela de São Pedro | |
| Capela de São Salvador do Mundo | |
| Capela de Vilar | |
| Capela de Vilarinho da Mó | |
| Capela do Calvário de Canedo | |
| Capela do Divino Espírito Santo | |
| Capela do Divino Salvador so Mundo | |
| Capelinha de S. Roque | |
| Igreja de São Bartolomeu |
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Public Holidays in Portugal
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What is the population of Boticas?
Boticas has a population of 5,750 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 608 people per square mile, spread across 9.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Boticas?
Boticas has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.5 inches.