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Cercal, Portugal
Setúbal · Portugal
Cercal is a small town in Setúbal, Portugal with a population of 3,772. Elevation: 518 ft (158 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cercal
Cercal do Alentejo is a parish in the municipality of Santiago do Cacém, Portugal. The population in 2011 was 3,362, in an area of 137.49 km².
People
Climate
| Population | 3,772 |
| Population Density | 120 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 518 ft (158 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.8013°, -8.6740° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Setúbal |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.7 inches (577 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cercal
Cercal is a small town in Portugal (Setúbal) with a population of 3,772. The city sits at an elevation of 518 feet (158 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 295 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 518 ft (158 m) |
| Area | 31.5 sq mi (81.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 120/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.8013°N, 8.6740°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 18.3 m (60 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1755 | LISBON | Earthquake | 18.3 m | 50,000 | 147 km |
| 1531 | TAGUS RIVER, LISBON | Earthquake | - | 30,000 | 107 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
Cercal has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 52°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 22.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Cercal
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Primária do Campo Redondo | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica n.º 1 de Cercal do Alentejo | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica n.º 2 de Cercal do Alentejo | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cercal
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| TLA Rádio | local music, world music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Clube de Grândola | adult contemporary, jazz | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Cercal
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capela de Nossa Senhora das Salvas | ||||
| Mina de Ciência – Centro Ciência Viva do Lousal | ||||
| Museu da Farinha | ||||
| Museu de Sines/ Casa Vasco da Gama | ||||
| Museu do Trabalho Rural de Abela | ||||
| Museu Mineiro do Lousal | ||||
| Museu Municipal de Santiago do Cacém |
Libraries in Cercal
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal de Santiago do Cacém | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Sines | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal José Saramago | 0.0 | |||||
| Manuel da Fonseca | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cercal
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Fair | |||||
| Mercado da Freguesia | |||||
| Mercado das Brunheiras | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de São Luís |
Hotels in Cercal
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Cercal
10 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Cercal
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Cercal
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cercal
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cercal
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cercal
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cercal
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cercal
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Beja Airport / Airbase | BYJ | Medium Airport |
| Portimão Airport | PRM | Medium Airport |
| Aerodromo da Palma UL | - | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Daroeira | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodromo de Ferreira do Alentejo | - | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Figueira dos Cavaleiros | - | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Ourique | - | Small Airport |
| Lagos Airfield ULM | - | Small Airport |
| Pinheiro Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pista da Herdade da Barrosinha | - | Small Airport |
| Pista da Herdade da Comporta | - | Small Airport |
| Pista da Herdade da Zambujeira UL | - | Small Airport |
| Pista da Torre Vã | - | Small Airport |
| Pista de Melides | - | Small Airport |
| Pista de Montevil (Batalha) | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Cercal
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Posto CTT Vale de Água | |
| Posto de Correios |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cercal
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ermida de Nossa Senhora da Bica | |
| Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora da Conceição |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Portugal
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Cercal
What is the population of Cercal?
Cercal has a population of 3,772 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 120 people per square mile, spread across 31.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cercal?
Cercal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.7 inches.