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Fronteira, Portugal
Portalegre · Portugal
Fronteira is a small town in Portalegre, Portugal with a population of 3,410. Elevation: 843 ft (257 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
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About Fronteira
Fronteira is a municipality in Portalegre District in Portugal. The population in 2011 was 3,410, in an area of 248.60 km2.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,410 |
| Population Density | 49 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 843 ft (257 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.0563°, -7.6487° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Portalegre |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.1 inches (638 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Fronteira
Fronteira is a small town in Portugal (Portalegre) with a population of 3,410. The city sits at an elevation of 843 feet (257 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 843 ft (257 m) |
| Area | 69.1 sq mi (178.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 49/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.0563°N, 7.6487°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1531 | TAGUS RIVER, LISBON | Earthquake | — | 30,000 | 132 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (9°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
Fronteira has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 49°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Fronteira
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Básica Frei Manuel Cardoso | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica de Cabeço de Vide | — | — | — | — |
| Jardim de Infância de Santo Amaro | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Fronteira
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rádio Castelo Branco | adult contemporary, local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Diana FM | local music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Planície - 92.8 FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Elvas | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Fronteira
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antiga Moagem | ||||
| Centro Ciência Viva de Estremoz | ||||
| Centro de Arqueologia de Avis | ||||
| Centro de Interpretação da Batalha de Atoleiros | ||||
| Centro Interpretativo do Mundo Rural | ||||
| Museu Berardo de Estremoz | ||||
| Museu Casa Agricola José Cortes | ||||
| Museu da Tapeçaria de Portalegre - Guy Fino | ||||
| Museu da Vila Romana de Torre de Palma | ||||
| Museu de Arte Sacra | ||||
| Museu Escolar | ||||
| Museu José Régio | ||||
| Museu Municipal de Portalegre | ||||
| Museu Municipal do Crato | ||||
| Museu Professor Joaquim Vermelho |
Libraries in Fronteira
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal de Estremoz | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Fronteira | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Monforte | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal José Saramago | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal Library of Portalegre | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Fronteira
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado abastecedor semanal | |||||
| Mercado da Fruta | |||||
| Mercado de Seda | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Alter do Chão | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Avis | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Cabeço de Vide | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Fronteira | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Sousel | |||||
| Mercado Municipal do Crato |
Restaurants in Fronteira
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Fronteira
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Fronteira
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Fronteira
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Fronteira
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Fronteira
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Fronteira
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Fronteira
30 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo Municipal de Ponte de Sor | — | Medium Airport |
| Évora Airfield | — | Medium Airport |
| Tancos Airbase | — | Medium Airport |
| Aerodromo de Mação | — | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Monforte | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Municipal de Ferreira do Zezere UL | — | Small Airport |
| Aérodromo Municipal de Proença-a-Nova | — | Small Airport |
| Amendoeira Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Arraiolos Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Campinho Airfield UL | — | Small Airport |
| Campo de Voo de Valdonas UL | — | Small Airport |
| Campo de Vuelo Casimiro Patiño | — | Small Airport |
| Cano | — | Small Airport |
| Cerieira Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ciborro Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| El Manantío Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Herdade da Galega | — | Small Airport |
| Herdade da Lentisca Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Herdade do Esporão | — | Small Airport |
| Military Airfield of Santa Margarida | — | Small Airport |
| Monte de Freixial Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Morargil Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Nossa Senhora de Machede Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pista da Barragem do Maranhão | — | Small Airport |
| Pista da Comenda | — | Small Airport |
| Pista da Herdade da Lameira | — | Small Airport |
| Pista de Montargil | — | Small Airport |
| Pista de Volta do Vale | — | Small Airport |
| Pista do Monte do Lago | — | Small Airport |
| Pista do Monte do Pombo | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Fronteira
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela de São Saturnino | |
| Capela do Arco dos Santos | |
| Capela do Espírito Santo | |
| Capela do Senhor das Almas | |
| Igreja da Misericórdia | |
| Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Vila Velha | |
| Igreja do Senhor Jesus dos Mártires | |
| Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora da Atalaia |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Portugal
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Fronteira?
Fronteira has a population of 3,410 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 49 people per square mile, spread across 69.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Fronteira?
Fronteira enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.1 inches.