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Castelo Branco, Portugal
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Castelo Branco is a small town in Azores, Portugal with a population of 1,309. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Castelo Branco
Capelo is a freguesia in the municipality of Horta on the island of Faial in the Azorean archipelago. The population in 2011 was 486, in an area of 26.64 km2. Capelo may be considered the westernmost settlement of Eurasia, if Fajã Grande, on Flores Island, is considered part of North America, for it sits on the North American Plate.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,309 |
| Population Density | 603 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 154 ft (47 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.5220°, -28.7137° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Azores |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Azores |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.0 inches (1,346 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Castelo Branco
Castelo Branco is a small town in Portugal (Azores) with a population of 1,309. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet (47 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.0 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Azores.
Climate in Castelo Branco
Castelo Branco has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1055 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.9°F |
| 13% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 240 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 154 ft (47 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 603/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.5220°N, 28.7137°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Azores |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1641 | AZORES | Unknown | 9.0 m | — | 55 km |
| 1980 | AZORES | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 69 | 87 km |
| 1757 | AZORES | Earthquake | — | 1,053 | 57 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Fayal (9 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Fayal | Stratovolcano | 1,043 m (3,422 ft) | 1958 | 9 km |
| Pico | Stratovolcano | 2,351 m (7,713 ft) | 1720 | 28 km |
| Graciosa | Stratovolcano | 402 m (1,319 ft) | -1950 | 85 km |
| Terceira | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,023 m (3,356 ft) | 2000 | 123 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 7.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 5.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 56°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 5.5 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 6.4 in |
Castelo Branco has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 54°F in February to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 53.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.0") and July the driest (1.9").
Schools in Castelo Branco
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Básica e Jardim de Infância do Capelo e Praia do Norte | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica e Jardim de Infância de Castelo Branco | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Castelo Branco
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atafona do Calço | ||||
| Capelinhos Volcano Interpretation Centre | ||||
| Casa das Aves Marinhas dos Açores | ||||
| Casa dos Botes | ||||
| Casa Etnográfica | ||||
| Casa Manuel de Arriaga | ||||
| Casa Rural Típica | ||||
| Dabney's House | ||||
| Horta Museum | ||||
| Museu da ALRAA | ||||
| Museu de Arte Sacra da Horta | ||||
| Museu de Cachalotes e Lulas | ||||
| Museu do Vinho do Pico | ||||
| Núcleo Expositivo das Bicas | ||||
| Observatório do Mar dos Açores | ||||
| Porto Pim Aquarium - Live Fish Station | ||||
| Scrimshaw Museum |
Libraries in Castelo Branco
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auditório Municipal e Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública e Arquivo Regional João José da Graça | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Castelo Branco
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcado Municipal da Madalena | |||||
| Mercado de Peixe | |||||
| Mercado Municipal da Horta | |||||
| Mercado Municipal da Madalena |
Restaurants in Castelo Branco
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Castelo Branco
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Castelo Branco
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Castelo Branco
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Castelo Branco
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Castelo Branco
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Castelo Branco
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Graciosa Airport | GRW | Medium Airport |
| Horta Airport | HOR | Medium Airport |
| Pico Airport | PIX | Medium Airport |
| São Jorge Airport | SJZ | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Castelo Branco
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ermida de Nossa Senhora da Boa Viagem | |
| Ermida de Nossa Senhora da Saúde | |
| Igreja de Santa Ana | |
| Igreja de Santa Catarina | |
| Império da Coroa da Ribeirinha | |
| Império da Coroa Nova | |
| Império da Coroa Velha | |
| Império do Divino Espírito Santo da Coroa da Lombega | |
| Império do Divino Espírito Santo da Ribeira do Cabo |
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What is the population of Castelo Branco?
Castelo Branco has a population of 1,309 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 603 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 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 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.0 inches.