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Breña Alta, Spain
Canary Islands · Spain
Breña Alta is a small city in Canary Islands, Spain with a population of 7,092. Elevation: 1,079 ft (329 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Breña Alta
Breña Alta is a municipality on the eastern side of the island of La Palma, in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, in the Canary Islands. The ayuntamiento is in the town of San Pedro, at 350 m above sea-level, and only 9 km south of the island's capital Santa Cruz de la Palma. Breña Alta lies on the main highway encircling the island, just north of La Palma Airport. Until the 17th century the area was known as Breña, but was then divided into Breña Alta and Breña Baja.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 7,092 |
| Population Density | 514 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,079 ft (329 m) |
| Coordinates | 28.6500°, -17.7833° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Canary |
| Country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| State / Province | Canary Islands |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.5 inches (394 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,493 |
| Median Age | 44.9 years |
About Breña Alta
Breña Alta is a small city in Spain (Canary Islands) with a population of 7,092. The city sits at an elevation of 1,079 feet (329 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.5 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Canary.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Breña Alta vs Spain Average
Income: Breña Alta vs Spain
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Income
| Median HH Income | $33,493 |
| 55% below Spain avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 539 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Breña Alta
Breña Alta has an average annual temperature of 21°C (70°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.2°C), the coldest is Feb (18.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 331 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.5°F |
| 16% above Spain avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,079 ft (329 m) |
| Area | 13.8 sq mi (35.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 514/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.6500°N, 17.7833°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Canary |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2020 | VALLE GRAN REY, LA GOMERA ISLAND | Meteorological | 0.5 m | — | 78 km |
| 1706 | TENERIFE, CANARY ISLANDS | Astronomical | — | — | 119 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: La Palma (10 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| La Palma | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,426 m (7,959 ft) | 1971 | 10 km |
| Hierro | Shield | 1,500 m (4,921 ft) | 2012 | 105 km |
| Tenerife | Stratovolcano | 3,715 m (12,188 ft) | 1909 | 119 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
Breña Alta has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 57°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 15.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.9") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Breña Alta
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria Miranda | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria San Antonio | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria Las Breñas | — | — | — | — |
| Ceip el Fuerte | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Infantil Doña Pepita | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria San José | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Breña Alta
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Breña Alta
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benehauno - Centro de interpretación de petroglifos | ||||
| Casa Luján | ||||
| Casa Museo del Vino | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación de la Bajada de la Virgen | ||||
| Centro de Visitantes del Parque Arqueológico de El Tendal | ||||
| Destilerías Aldea | ||||
| El Museo de la Educación “Germán González González” | ||||
| espacio de arte | ||||
| Las Hilanderas Museo de Seda | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico Benahorita | ||||
| Museo Camarin de la Virgen de las Nieves | ||||
| Museo Casa Roja | ||||
| Museo de Interpretación del Gofio (MIGO) | ||||
| Museo de la Fiesta de las Cruces | ||||
| Museo del Mojo | ||||
| Museo del Platano | ||||
| Museo del Puro Palmero | ||||
| Museo etnografico | ||||
| Museo Insular de Bellas Artes, Ciencias Naturales y Etnografía | ||||
| Museo Naval (Barco) | ||||
| Parque Arqueologico de Belmaco | ||||
| Urcéolo | ||||
| Volcanic Caves Interpretation Center "Caños de Fuego" |
Libraries in Breña Alta
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Internacional en Lengua Alemana BILA | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Alonso Pérez Díaz | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Barlovento | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Teatro | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Real Sociedad Cosmológica | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Municipal de Puntagorda | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Hemeroteca Juan Régulo Pérez | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Breña Alta
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agromercado de Breña Alta | |||||
| Mercadillo del Agricultor y Artensanal | |||||
| Mercadillo del Agricultor y Artesanal El Paso | |||||
| Mercadillo Municipal de Puntallana | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Santa Cruz de La Palma | |||||
| Plaza de Sotomayor |
Hotels in Breña Alta
12 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Breña Alta
25 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Breña Alta
7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Breña Alta
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Breña Alta
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Breña Alta
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Breña Alta
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Breña Alta
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isla Verde |
Stadiums & Teams in Breña Alta
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Breña Alta
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Palma Airport | SPC | Medium Airport |
| La Gomera Airport | GMZ | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Breña Alta
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Oficina de Correos | |
| Oficina de Correos |
Treatment Centers in Breña Alta
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Alzheimer |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Breña Alta
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ermita del Socorro | |
| Iglesia de San Antonio | |
| Iglesia de San José | |
| Iglesia de San Pedro | |
| Nueva Iglesia de San José | |
| Salon del reino de los testigos Cristianos de Jehova | |
| San Miguel |
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What is the population of Breña Alta?
Breña Alta has a population of 7,092 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 514 people per square mile, spread across 13.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Breña Alta 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 Breña Alta?
Breña Alta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.5 inches.
How is the job market in Breña Alta?
There are 539 business establishments in the area.