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Estreito da Calheta, Portugal
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Estreito da Calheta is a small town in Madeira, Portugal with a population of 1,630. Elevation: 1,220 ft (372 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
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About Estreito da Calheta
Estreito da Calheta is a civil parish in the municipality of Calheta in the Portuguese island of Madeira. The population in 2011 was 1,607, in an area of 14.32 km2.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,630 |
| Population Density | 295 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,220 ft (372 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.7370°, -17.1867° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Madeira |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Madeira |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.0 inches (710 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Estreito da Calheta
Estreito da Calheta is a small town in Portugal (Madeira) with a population of 1,630. The city sits at an elevation of 1,220 feet (372 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.0 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Madeira.
Climate in Estreito da Calheta
Estreito da Calheta has an average annual temperature of 20.1°C (68°F). The hottest month is Aug (24°C), the coldest is Feb (17°C). Average annual precipitation is 591 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.8°F |
| 11% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,220 ft (372 m) |
| Area | 5.5 sq mi (14.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 295/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.7370°N, 17.1867°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Madeira |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1930 | MADEIRA ISLAND | Meteorological | 5.0 m | 19 | 25 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Madeira (20 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Madeira | Shield | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | -4500 | 20 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 4.0 in | |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
Estreito da Calheta has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 55°F in February to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.5") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Estreito da Calheta
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Básica do 1º ciclo com pré-escolar do Estreito da Calheta | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Estreito da Calheta
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cantinho dos Emigrantes | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Antena 3 Madeira (Portugal) | antena 1, madeira | AAC 166 kbps | |
| Rádio Calheta | — | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Estreito da Calheta
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| casa-museu Dr. Horácio Bento de Gouveia | ||||
| Centro de Ciência Viva | ||||
| Engenho da cana de açucar | ||||
| Exposição faróis da Madeira | ||||
| Madeira Printing Press Museum | ||||
| Mudas - Museu de Arte Contemporânea | ||||
| Museu da Vinha e do Vinho | ||||
| Museu Etnográfico da Madeira | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico - Rota da Cal | ||||
| Solar do Aposento |
Libraries in Estreito da Calheta
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca "Feiticeiro do Norte" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Casa das Mudas | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca do arco | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal da Ribeira Brava | 0.0 | |||||
| Fundaçao Calouste Gulbenkian | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Estreito da Calheta
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Abastecedor do Porto Moniz | |||||
| Mercado dos Agricultores dos Prazeres | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Câmara de Lobos |
Restaurants in Estreito da Calheta
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Estreito da Calheta
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Estreito da Calheta
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Estreito da Calheta
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Empresa de Cervejas da Madeira |
Stadiums & Teams in Estreito da Calheta
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Estreito da Calheta
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport | FNC | Large Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Estreito da Calheta
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela de Nossa Senhora da Conceição | |
| Capela dos Reis Magos | |
| Nossa Senhora da Graça |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Portugal
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Estreito da Calheta?
Estreito da Calheta has a population of 1,630 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 295 people per square mile, spread across 5.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Estreito da Calheta?
Estreito da Calheta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.0 inches.