Garachico, Spain
Canary Islands · Spain
Garachico is a small city in Canary Islands, Spain with a population of 6,000. Elevation: 968 ft (295 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°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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People
Climate
| Population | 6,000 |
| Population Density | 293 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 968 ft (295 m) |
| Coordinates | 28.7781°, -17.7646° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Canary |
| Country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| State / Province | Canary Islands |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.3 inches (414 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Garachico
Garachico is a small city in Spain (Canary Islands) with a population of 6,000. The city sits at an elevation of 968 feet (295 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.3 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Canary.
Climate in Garachico
Garachico has an average annual temperature of 21°C (70°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.2°C), the coldest is Feb (18.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 331 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above Spain avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 968 ft (295 m) |
| Area | 20.5 sq mi (53.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 293/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.7781°N, 17.7646°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Canary |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2020 | VALLE GRAN REY, LA GOMERA ISLAND | Meteorological | 0.5 m | - | 89 km |
| 1706 | TENERIFE, CANARY ISLANDS | Astronomical | - | - | 123 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: La Palma (24 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| La Palma | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,426 m (7,959 ft) | 1971 | 24 km |
| Hierro | Shield | 1,500 m (4,921 ft) | 2012 | 119 km |
| Tenerife | Stratovolcano | 3,715 m (12,188 ft) | 1909 | 123 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 56°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
Garachico has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 56°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 16.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Garachico
5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio La Galga | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Los Galguitos | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Verada de Las Lomadas | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio José Luis Albendea y Gómez de Aranda | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria Cándido Marante Expósito | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Garachico
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benehauno - Centro de interpretación de petroglifos | ||||
| Casa Luján | ||||
| Casa Museo del Vino | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación de la Bajada de la Virgen | ||||
| Centro de Visitantes del Parque Arqueológico de El Tendal | ||||
| Destilerías Aldea | ||||
| El Museo de la Educación “Germán González González” | ||||
| espacio de arte | ||||
| Las Hilanderas Museo de Seda | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico Benahorita | ||||
| Museo Camarin de la Virgen de las Nieves | ||||
| Museo Casa Roja | ||||
| Museo de Interpretación del Gofio (MIGO) | ||||
| Museo de la Fiesta de las Cruces | ||||
| Museo del Mojo | ||||
| Museo del Platano | ||||
| Museo del Puro Palmero | ||||
| Museo etnografico | ||||
| Museo Insular de Bellas Artes, Ciencias Naturales y Etnografía | ||||
| Museo Naval (Barco) | ||||
| Parque Arqueologico de Belmaco | ||||
| Urcéolo | ||||
| Volcanic Caves Interpretation Center "Caños de Fuego" |
Libraries in Garachico
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Internacional en Lengua Alemana BILA | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Alonso Pérez Díaz | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Barlovento | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Teatro | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Real Sociedad Cosmológica | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Municipal de Puntagorda | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Hemeroteca Juan Régulo Pérez | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Garachico
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agromercado de Breña Alta | |||||
| Mercadillo del Agricultor y Artensanal | |||||
| Mercadillo del Agricultor y Artesanal El Paso | |||||
| Mercadillo Municipal de Puntallana | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Santa Cruz de La Palma | |||||
| Plaza de Sotomayor |
Hotels in Garachico
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Garachico
12 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Garachico
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Garachico
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Garachico
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Garachico
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Garachico
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Garachico
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Garachico
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isla Verde |
Stadiums & Teams in Garachico
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Garachico
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Palma Airport | SPC | Medium Airport |
| La Gomera Airport | GMZ | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Garachico
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Alzheimer |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Garachico
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ermita San Bartolome | |
| Iglesia de San Juan de Los Galguitos | |
| Iglesia de San Sebastián | |
| Iglesia San Andrés Apóstol | |
| Nuestra Señora de Montserrat |
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Waterfalls Near Garachico
3 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Garachico.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Cascada de los Tilos | |
| Cubo de la Galga | |
| En Barranco del Agua |
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What is the population of Garachico?
Garachico has a population of 6,000 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 293 people per square mile, spread across 20.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Garachico?
Garachico enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 16.3 inches.
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