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Castelo Branco, Portugal
Castelo Branco · Portugal
Castelo Branco is a mid-size city in Castelo Branco, Portugal with a population of 33,479. Elevation: 1,217 ft (371 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 33,479 |
| Population Density | 326 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,217 ft (371 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.8236°, -7.4910° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Castelo Branco |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.8 inches (731 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Castelo Branco
Castelo Branco is a mid-size city in Portugal (Castelo Branco) with a population of 33,479. The city sits at an elevation of 1,217 feet (371 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Climate in Castelo Branco
Castelo Branco has an average annual temperature of 16.1°C (61°F). The hottest month is Jul (25°C), the coldest is Jan (8.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 787 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 284 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,217 ft (371 m) |
| Area | 102.6 sq mi (265.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 326/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8236°N, 7.4910°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 4.1 in |
Castelo Branco has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 48°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.2") and July the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Castelo Branco
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Superior Agrária de Castelo Branco | University | - | , |
| Escola Superior de Artes Aplicadas | University | - | , |
| Escola Superior de Educação | University | - | , |
| Escola Superior de Saúde Doutor Lopes Dias | University | - | , |
| Escola Superior de Tecnologia | University | - | , |
| Instituto Politécnico de Castelo Branco - Presidência e Serviços Centrais | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Castelo Branco
24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Básica Afonso de Paiva | - | - | - | - |
| Centro de Educação Especial | - | - | - | - |
| Colégio de Nossa Senhora do Rosário | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica de Cebolais de Cima e Retaxo | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica de Quinta da Granja | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica da Boa Esperança | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica de Valongo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro de Emprego e Formação Profissional de Castelo Branco | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica de Nossa Senhora da Piedade | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica de São Tiago | - | - | - | - |
| Centro de Dia São João de Deus | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica de Castelo | - | - | - | - |
| Infantário Anas Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Cidade de Castelo Branco | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Secundária Amato Lusitano | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica da Mina | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica João Roiz de Castelo Branco | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Secundária Nuno Álvares | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica Professor Doutor Faria de Vasconcelos | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Profissional Agostinho Roseta | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Tecnológica e Profissional Albicastrense | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Profissional do Conservatório de Castelo Branco | - | - | - | - |
| Escola do Ensino Básico de São Tiago | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Cidade de Castelo Branco | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Castelo Branco
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rádio Cova da Beira | local music, talk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| FLUXMEDIA | dance, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Rádio Clube de Arganil | arganil, public radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio cantinho da senhora da povoa | regional music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Castelo Branco
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa da Memória da Presença Judaica em Castelo Branco | ||||
| Casa do Arco do Bispo | ||||
| Centro de Cultura Contemporânea de Castelo Branco | ||||
| Centro de Interpretação do Bordado | ||||
| Centro de Interpretação do Jardim do Paço | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación de la Naturaleza El Péndere | ||||
| Centro Interpretativo do Conhal | ||||
| Convento da Graça Museu de Arte Sacra | ||||
| Museo Etnográfico El Casón del Cedillo | ||||
| Museu Cargaleiro | ||||
| Museu da Seda | ||||
| Museu do Canteiro | ||||
| Museu Francisco Tavares Proença Júnior | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico do Azeite de Sarnadas de Ródão | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico do Contrabando |
Libraries in Castelo Branco
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal António Salvado | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Castelo Branco
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campo da Feira | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Castelo Branco
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Castelo Branco
55 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Castelo Branco
38 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Castelo Branco
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Castelo Branco
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Castelo Branco
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Castelo Branco
9 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Castelo Branco
4 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Castelo Branco
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Castelo Branco
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Castelo Branco
14 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Castelo Branco
14 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Castelo Branco
4 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Castelo Branco
5 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Castelo Branco
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Castelo Branco
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estância de Ski da Serra da Estrela | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Castelo Branco
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aerodromo de Castelo Branco | - | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Municipal de Ponte de Sor | - | Medium Airport |
| Aerodromo da Lousã | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo da Pampilhosa da Serra | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Coja | - | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Mação | - | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Monfortinho | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Seia | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodromo Municipal de Proença-a-Nova | - | Small Airport |
| Campo de Voo da Quinta Branca | - | Small Airport |
| Dragoa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pista da Comenda | - | Small Airport |
| Pista da Herdade da Lameira | - | Small Airport |
| Pista do Cabeço da Vaca UL | - | Small Airport |
| Pista do Monte do Lago | - | Small Airport |
| Pista do Monte do Pombo | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Castelo Branco
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| CTT | |
| CTT - Estação São Tiago |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Castelo Branco
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela de Nossa Senhora da Piedade | |
| Capela de S. Lourenço | |
| Capela de Santa Ana | |
| Capela de São Marcos | |
| Capela de São Martinho | |
| Capela do Espírito Santo | |
| Igreja da Nossa Senhora do Valongo | |
| Igreja de Nossa Senhora de Mércules | |
| Igreja de Santa Maria do Castelo | |
| Igreja de São José Operário | |
| Igreja de São Tiago | |
| Igreja Nossa Senhora Fátima | |
| Igreja Santo António | |
| Sé Catedral de Castelo Branco |
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Public Holidays in Portugal
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What is the population of Castelo Branco?
Castelo Branco has a population of 33,479 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 326 people per square mile, spread across 102.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Castelo Branco?
Castelo Branco enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.8 inches.