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Faial, Portugal
Madeira · Portugal
Faial is a small town in Madeira, Portugal with a population of 1,567. Elevation: -341 ft (-104 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
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About Faial
Achada do Folhadal é um sítio povoado da freguesia de São Roque do Faial, Município de Santana, Ilha da Madeira.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,567 |
| Population Density | 180 / sq mi |
| Elevation | -341 ft (-104 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.7833°, -16.8500° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Madeira |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Madeira |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.6 inches (727 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Faial
Faial is a small town in Portugal (Madeira) with a population of 1,567. The city sits at an elevation of -341 feet (-104 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.6 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Madeira.
Climate in Faial
Faial 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 | 58.4°F |
| 8% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 284 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | -341 ft (-104 m) |
| Area | 8.7 sq mi (22.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 180/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.7833°N, 16.8500°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 | 22 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Madeira (13 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Madeira | Shield | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | -4500 | 13 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 62°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
Faial has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 53°F in February to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.4") and July the driest (0.3").
Schools in Faial
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola EB +1 das Covas | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica do 1º ciclo com pré-escolar e creche do Faial e São Roque do Faial | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Faial
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 Faial
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arquivo e História Adelino Rodrigues | ||||
| Art Center Caravel | ||||
| Blandy's Wine Lodge | ||||
| Casa Museu Frederico de Freitas | ||||
| casa-museu Dr. Horácio Bento de Gouveia | ||||
| Centro Núcleo dos Dragoeiros das Neves | ||||
| Confeitaria Felisberta | ||||
| Design Center Nini Andrade Silva | ||||
| Electricity Museum | ||||
| Embroidery Museum | ||||
| Etnografico | ||||
| Immersive Museum of Madeira | ||||
| Instituto do Vinho da Madeira | ||||
| Madeira Optics Museum | ||||
| Madeira Printing Press Museum | ||||
| Madeira Story Centre | ||||
| Museu CR7 | ||||
| Museu da Baleia | ||||
| Museu da Quinta das Cruzes | ||||
| Museu da Vinha e do Vinho | ||||
| Museu de Arte Sacra | ||||
| Museu Etnográfico da Madeira | ||||
| Museu Família Teixeira | ||||
| Museu Henrique e Francisco Franco | ||||
| Museu Militar da Madeira | ||||
| Museu Monte Palace | ||||
| Museum of Natural History | ||||
| Natural History Museum of Funchal | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico - Rota da Cal | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico da Cidade do Açúcar | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico do Palácio de São Lourenço | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico do Solar do Ribeirinho | ||||
| Solar do Aposento | ||||
| Universo de Memórias João Carlos Abreu | ||||
| Vicentes Photography Museum |
Libraries in Faial
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arquivo Regional | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca "Feiticeiro do Norte" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Calouste Gulbenkian de Santa Cruz | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal da Ribeira Brava | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal do Caniço | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal do Funchal | 0.0 | |||||
| Hotel Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Livraria Paulinas | 0.0 | |||||
| UMa Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Faial
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadinho da Camacha | |||||
| Mercadinho do Chafariz | |||||
| Mercado Agrícola do Santo da Serra | |||||
| Mercado da Penteada | |||||
| Mercado de Santa Cruz | |||||
| Mercado dos Lavradores | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Câmara de Lobos | |||||
| Mercearia | |||||
| Parque de Feiras |
Restaurants in Faial
7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Faial
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Faial
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Faial
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Faial
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Faial
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Faial
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Empresa de Cervejas da Madeira |
Stadiums & Teams in Faial
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Faial
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport | FNC | Large Airport |
| Porto Santo Airport | PXO | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Faial
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correios |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Faial
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela da Nossa Senhora da Penha de França | |
| Capela de Santo António | |
| Capela São João Batista | |
| Igreja de São Roque do Faial | |
| Nicho do Glorioso de São Roque | |
| Santo Antão |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Portugal
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Faial
What is the population of Faial?
Faial has a population of 1,567 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 180 people per square mile, spread across 8.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Faial?
Faial enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.6 inches.