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Guarda, Portugal
Guarda · Portugal
Guarda is a mid-size city in Guarda, Portugal with a population of 40,126. Elevation: 3,307 ft (1,008 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 40,126 |
| Population Density | 2,585 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,307 ft (1,008 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.5375°, -7.2663° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Guarda |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.1 inches (1,094 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Guarda
Guarda is a mid-size city in Portugal (Guarda) with a population of 40,126. The city sits at an elevation of 3,307 feet (1,008 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Climate in Guarda
Guarda has an average annual temperature of 13.7°C (57°F). The hottest month is Aug (23°C), the coldest is Jan (5.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1024 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.4°F |
| 1% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,307 ft (1,008 m) |
| Area | 15.5 sq mi (40.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,585/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.5375°N, 7.2663°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 6.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 5.4 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
Guarda has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 43°F in January to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.3") and August the driest (0.6").
Colleges & Universities in Guarda
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto Politécnico da Guarda | University | - | , |
| IPG | University | - | , |
| Quinta do Quinto - Escola Superior Agrária de Santarém (ESAS) | College | - | Visit → |
| Seminário Maior da Imaculada Conceição | College | - | , |
Schools in Guarda
22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Básica do Bairro da Luz | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Secundária Afonso de Albuquerque | - | - | - | - |
| Escola de São Miguel | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica do 1º Ciclo de Santa Zita | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Profissional da Guarda | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica dos 2º e 3º Ciclos de Santa Clara | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Basica do 1.º Ciclo Augusto Gil | - | - | - | - |
| Cooperativa para Educação e Reabilitação de Cidadãos Inadaptados da Guarda | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica de Barracão | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica de Alfarazes | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica de Bonfim | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo do Mondego | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica da Póvoa do Mileu | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica do 1º Ciclo de Maçainhas | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica do 1º Ciclo e Jardim de Infância das Lameirinhas | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica de Espírito Santo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro de Formação Agrícola da Guarda | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Escolar do Vale do Mondego | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica do 1.º Ciclo Adães Bermudes | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Secundária com 2º e 3º Ciclos do Ensino Básico da Sé | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto Politécnico da Guarda - Serviços Centrais | - | - | - | - |
| Royal School of Language | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Guarda
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio cantinho da senhora da povoa | regional music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Antena Livre | local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Elmo | local music, world music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Guarda
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa do Bandarra | ||||
| Casa Museu Helena e António Seixas | ||||
| Centro da Cultura Judaica | ||||
| Ecomuseu do Zêzere | ||||
| Jewish museum | ||||
| Museu da Guarda | ||||
| Museu de Arte Rural | ||||
| Museu do Azeite | ||||
| Museu do Azeite de Freches | ||||
| Museu do Sabugal | ||||
| Museu dos Descobrimentos | ||||
| Museu Etnográfico da Castanha | ||||
| Museu Municipal de Pinhel | ||||
| Museu Municipal de Pinhel | ||||
| Museu Paroquial de Arta Sacra | ||||
| Solar do Queijo |
Libraries in Guarda
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal de Celorico da Beira | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Pinhel | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal do Sabugal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Eduardo Lourenço | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Guarda
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feira de Pínzio | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal da Guarda | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de S. Miguel da Guarda |
Hotels in Guarda
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Guarda
21 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Guarda
22 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Guarda
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Guarda
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Guarda
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Guarda
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Guarda
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Guarda
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Guarda
10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Guarda
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Guarda
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Guarda
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Guarda
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Guarda
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estância de Ski da Serra da Estrela | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Guarda
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aerodromo de Castelo Branco | - | Medium Airport |
| Aerodromo Goncalves Lobato (Viseu Airport) | VSE | Medium Airport |
| Vila Real Airport | VRL | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Coria | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo da Pampilhosa da Serra | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Coja | - | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Monfortinho | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Seia | - | Small Airport |
| Campo de Voo da Quinta Branca | - | Small Airport |
| Corvachã Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dragoa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pista do Cabeço da Vaca UL | - | Small Airport |
| Urros ULM | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Guarda
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Estação de Correios da Guarda |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Guarda
18 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela | |
| Capela de Nossa Senhora da Póvoa | |
| Capela de Nossa Senhora dos Remédios | |
| Capela de Santa Cruz | |
| Capela de São Pedro | |
| Capela de São Pedro de Verona | |
| Capela do Bonfim | |
| Capela do Espirito Santo | |
| Igreja da Misericórdia da Guarda | |
| Igreja de Santa Marinha | |
| Igreja de São Pedro | |
| Igreja de São Vicente | |
| Igreja Matriz de Aldeia do Bispo | |
| Igreja Matriz de Aldeia Viçosa | |
| Igreja Paroquial de Vila Soeiro | |
| Sé da Guarda | |
| Senhor dos Aflitos | |
| Senhora da Teixeira |
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Quick Facts
🇵🇹 About Portugal
Public Holidays in Portugal
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Guarda
What is the population of Guarda?
Guarda has a population of 40,126 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 2,585 people per square mile, spread across 15.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Guarda?
Guarda has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches.