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Guia, Portugal
Faro · Portugal
Guia is a small town in Faro, Portugal with a population of 4,173. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Guia
Guia is a town and civil parish in the Portuguese municipality of Albufeira in the Algarve, 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) from the coast. The population in 2011 was 4,376, in an area of 26.80 km².
People
Climate
| Population | 4,173 |
| Population Density | 403 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.1296°, -8.2996° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Faro |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.8 inches (528 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Guia
Guia is a small town in Portugal (Faro) with a population of 4,173. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Climate in Guia
Guia has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.5°C), the coldest is Jan (12.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 474 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.9°F |
| 16% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 298 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Area | 10.4 sq mi (26.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 403/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.1296°N, 8.2996°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.1 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1978 | CADIZ | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 145 km |
| 881 | CADIZ | Earthquake | - | - | 128 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 74°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
Guia has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 53°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Guia
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Básica da Guia | - | - | - | - |
| Creche Tempos de Infância Guia | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Guia
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alvor FM | pop, top 40 | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Lagoa | local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RUA FM | electric, groove | MP3 | |
| TLA Rádio | local music, world music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Guia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa da Cultura Islâmica e Mediterrânica | ||||
| Casa-Museu João de Deus | ||||
| Consciencia | ||||
| Minimuseu | ||||
| Museu Casa Rosa | ||||
| Museu da Cortiça | ||||
| Museu de Arte Sacra | ||||
| Museu Diogo Gonçalves | ||||
| Museu do Traje e das Tradições | ||||
| Museu Municipal de Arqueologia | ||||
| Portimao Museum | ||||
| Silves Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Studio Bongard |
Libraries in Guia
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arquivo Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Arquivo Municipal de Albufeira | 0.0 | |||||
| Arquivo Municipal de Lagoa | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Portimão | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Silves | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Lídia Jorge | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Guia
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carvoeiro Municipal Market | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado da Guia | |||||
| Mercado de Alte | |||||
| Mercado de Armação de Pera | |||||
| Mercado de Armação de Pêra | |||||
| Mercado de Pêra | |||||
| Mercado de Tunes | |||||
| Mercado do Fruta | |||||
| Mercado do Peixe | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Munícipal das Ferreiras | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Albufeira | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Lagoa | |||||
| Mercado Municipal do Algoz | |||||
| Municipal Market Silves |
Hotels in Guia
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Guia
28 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Guia
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Guia
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Guia
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Guia
2 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Guia
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Guia
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Guia
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Guia
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Guia
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Guia
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Guia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerveja Artesanal Marafada | ||||
| Cerveja Marafada |
Stadiums & Teams in Guia
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Guia
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Faro - Gago Coutinho International Airport | FAO | Large Airport |
| Portimão Airport | PRM | Medium Airport |
| Aerodromo de Ourique | - | Small Airport |
| Lagos Airfield ULM | - | Small Airport |
| Martim Longo Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pista da Herdade da Zambujeira UL | - | Small Airport |
| Pista da Torre Vã | - | Small Airport |
| Pista do Belo | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Guia
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Posto de Correios |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Guia
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela de São Sebastião | |
| Igreja Matriz da Guia | |
| Igreja Paroquial da Guia / Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Visitação | |
| Salvé, ó Cheia de Graça |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Portugal
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Guia
What is the population of Guia?
Guia has a population of 4,173 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 403 people per square mile, spread across 10.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Guia?
Guia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.8 inches.