Catalan Bay, Gibraltar
Gibraltar
Catalan Bay is a small town in Gibraltar with a population of 526. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Catalan Bay
Catalan Bay is a bay and fishing village in Gibraltar, on the eastern side of The Rock away from Westside.
People
Climate
| Population | 526 |
| Population Density | 199 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.1396°, -5.3416° |
| Timezone | Europe/Gibraltar |
| Country | 🇬🇮 Gibraltar |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.2 inches (792 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Catalan Bay
Catalan Bay is a small town in Gibraltar with a population of 526. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Gibraltar.
Climate in Catalan Bay
Catalan Bay has an average annual temperature of 18.8°C (66°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.8°C), the coldest is Jan (13.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 778 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above Gibraltar avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 199/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.1396°N, 5.3416°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Gibraltar |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1680 | ALBORAN SEA | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 70 | 99 km |
| 1978 | CADIZ | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 149 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 4.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
Catalan Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 54°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Catalan Bay
12 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BeachGrooves Radio (ES) | deep house, house | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BFBS Gibraltar | british forces, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Oro Marbella (ES) | 70s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Radio Network Spain (ES) | jazz, smooth | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Oro (ES) | oldies | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RTVCE (ES) | - | AAC 258 kbps | |
| GBC Radio Gibraltar | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Casares (ES) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Marbescop (ES) | costa del sol, culture française | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Estepona-Costa del Sol (ES) | information, pop | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Radio Radio Network España (ES) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RusRadio Marbella (ES) | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Catalan Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castillo La Duquesa | ||||
| Centro de Arte Contemporáneo de San Roque | ||||
| Centro de Interpretacion de la Cultura Andalusi | ||||
| Gibraltar Museum | ||||
| Gibraltar National Museum (Natural History) | ||||
| Gorham's Cave Complex viewing platform | ||||
| Military Heritage Centre | ||||
| Museo de Arte Sacro | ||||
| Museo de Historia Natural | ||||
| Museo del Istmo (Comandancia) | ||||
| Museo del Radioaficionado | ||||
| Museo José Cruz Herrera | ||||
| Museo Luis Ortega Brú | ||||
| Museo Municipal de Algeciras | ||||
| Museo Municipal de San Roque | ||||
| Museo Taurino Pepe Cabrera | ||||
| NILVA Enoturismo |
Libraries in Catalan Bay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibilioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Carmen Gil | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca David Botella | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca de Campamento | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca de Guadiaro | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca de la Estación de San Roque | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca de Puente Mayorga | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Escolar Acelerada | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Esteban Valdivia y Cabrera | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Cristóbal Delgado | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Castellar de la Frontera | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Central José Riquelme | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Cristobal Delgado | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro Documental José Luis Cano | 0.0 | |||||
| Estacion del Ferrocarril | 0.0 | |||||
| Garrison Library | 0.0 | |||||
| John Mackintosh Hall Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Catalan Bay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gibraltar Public Market | |||||
| Lonja puerto pesquero | |||||
| Mercadillo de Sabinillas | |||||
| Mercadillo de San Roque | |||||
| Mercadillo Municipal El Piojito | |||||
| Mercado Abastos Diego Ponce | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos de Algeciras | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos La Concepción | |||||
| Mercado El Junquillo | |||||
| Mercado Hotel Garrido | |||||
| Mercado La Estacion | |||||
| Mercado Provisional 20 de Abril | |||||
| Plaza de Abastos | |||||
| Rastro del Domingo |
Hotels in Catalan Bay
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Catalan Bay
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Catalan Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Cortijo | ||||
| Gambrinus |
Stadiums & Teams in Catalan Bay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Catalan Bay
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gibraltar Airport | GIB | Large Airport |
| Sania Ramel Airport | TTU | Large Airport |
| Tangier Ibn Battuta Airport | TNG | Large Airport |
| Jerez Airport | XRY | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo de La Ina | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo privado "Villamartin2" | - | Small Airport |
| AeroSidonia | - | Small Airport |
| Base BRICA de Cártama | - | Small Airport |
| Ronda | - | Small Airport |
| Tomás Fernández Espada Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Catalan Bay
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Our Lady of Sorrows |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Gibraltar
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What is the population of Catalan Bay?
Catalan Bay has a population of 526 residents and is located in Gibraltar. The population density is 199 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Catalan Bay?
Catalan Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 31.2 inches.
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