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Castro, Spain
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Castro is a small city in Galicia, Spain with a population of 5,822. Elevation: 2,188 ft (667 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Castro
Castro culture is the archaeological term for the material culture of the northwestern regions of the Iberian Peninsula from the end of the Bronze Age until it was subsumed by Roman culture. It is the culture associated with the Celtic Gallaecians and Astures.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 5,822 |
| Population Density | 125 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,188 ft (667 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.7667°, -7.5833° |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
| Country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| State / Province | Galicia |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.9 inches (1,572 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,493 |
| Median Age | 44.9 years |
About Castro
Castro is a small city in Spain (Galicia) with a population of 5,822. The city sits at an elevation of 2,188 feet (667 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Castro vs Spain Average
Income: Castro vs Spain
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $33,493 |
| 55% below Spain avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 442 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.6°F |
| 1% below Spain avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 224 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,188 ft (667 m) |
| Area | 46.4 sq mi (120.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 125/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.7667°N, 7.5833°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 7.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 6.7 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 4.9 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 6.8 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 7.4 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 8.5 in | Wettest |
Castro has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 43°F in January to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 61.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.5") and July the driest (1.5").
Schools in Castro
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Educación Infantil e Primaria de Currelos | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Castro
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RadioVoz Ourense | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Cope Carballiño | cope, noticias | MP3 | |
| Onda Cero Ourense | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| RadioVoz Lugo | - | MP3 64 kbps |
Museums in Castro
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa dos Mosaicos | ||||
| Centro Arqueolóxico San Roque | ||||
| Colección Museográfica Viva e Integrada do Campo e a Locomoción Agraria | ||||
| Ecomuseo de Arxeriz | ||||
| Museo Casas de Muñecas | ||||
| Museo da Historia da Automoción en Miniatura | ||||
| Museo de Arte Sacra das Clarisas de Monforte | ||||
| Museo do Ferrocarril de Galicia | ||||
| Museo Etnográfico do Pan Pallares | ||||
| Museo Etnográfico San Paio de Narla | ||||
| Museo Lodeiro | ||||
| Museo Universitario A Domos do Mitreo | ||||
| Pazo de Tor | ||||
| Porta Miñá Exhibition Hall | ||||
| Provincial Museum of Lugo |
Libraries in Castro
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axencia Municipal de Lectura de Currelos | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca "Fiz Vergara Vilariño" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca do Centro Penitenciario de Monterroso | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Intercentros | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública de Sarria | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal da Pobra do Brollón | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Láncara | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Monforte de Lemos | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Paradela | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal do Saviñao | 0.0 | |||||
| Punto de Atención á Lectura do Corgo | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Castro
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de Fingoi | |||||
| Mercado Gandeiro | |||||
| Mercado Gandeiro | |||||
| Mercado Gandeiro de Paradela | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Portomarín | |||||
| O Campo da Feira | |||||
| O Campo da Feira de Monforte de Lemos | |||||
| Praza de Abastos | |||||
| Praza de Abastos | |||||
| Praza de Abastos |
Clinics in Castro
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Castro
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Castro
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American | ||||
| Bubela Artesá | ||||
| Cervecería Breoghán | ||||
| Cervecería Mesón O capricho | ||||
| Cervecería Pasarela | ||||
| Cervexa Aloumiña | ||||
| El templo de Baco | ||||
| Manuel Maria | ||||
| Riba | ||||
| Tato |
Stadiums & Teams in Castro
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Castro
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 Castro
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo de Antela | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Reboira | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Sober | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Trasmirás | - | Small Airport |
| Chaira Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Monforte Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rozas Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Castro
17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela da Eirexe | |
| Capela de Abaixo | |
| Capela de San Antón | |
| Capela de San Bartolomeu | |
| Capela do Toxo | |
| Ermida de Penarredonda | |
| Igrexa de San Facundo de Ribas de Miño | |
| Igrexa de San Lourenzo de Suar | |
| Igrexa de San Mamede de Castro | |
| Igrexa de San Sadurniño de Chave | |
| Igrexa de San Vicente de Paradela | |
| Igrexa de San Xulián de Vilacaíz | |
| Igrexa de Santa Cristina de Paradela | |
| Igrexa de Santa María de Reiriz | |
| Igrexa de Santa María de Xián | |
| Igrexa de Santalla de Paradela | |
| Igrexa de Santiago de Aldosende |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Spain
32 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Castro
What is the population of Castro?
Castro has a population of 5,822 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 125 people per square mile, spread across 46.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Castro 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 Castro?
Castro has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.9 inches.
How is the job market in Castro?
There are 442 business establishments in the area.