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Herrera de Alcántara, Spain
Extremadura · Spain
Herrera de Alcántara is a small town in Extremadura, Spain with a population of 281. Elevation: 846 ft (258 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 281 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 846 ft (258 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.6387°, -7.4062° |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
| Country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| State / Province | Extremadura |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.5 inches (698 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,493 |
| Median Age | 44.9 years |
About Herrera de Alcántara
Herrera de Alcántara is a small town in Spain (Extremadura) with a population of 281. The city sits at an elevation of 846 feet (258 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Herrera de Alcántara vs Spain Average
Income: Herrera de Alcántara vs Spain
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Income
| Median HH Income | $33,493 |
| 55% below Spain avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 21 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Herrera de Alcántara
Herrera de Alcántara has an average annual temperature of 16.1°C (61°F). The hottest month is Jul (25°C), the coldest is Jan (8.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 787 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.0°F |
| 13% above Spain avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 846 ft (258 m) |
| Area | 328.4 sq mi (850.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.6387°N, 7.4062°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
Herrera de Alcántara has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 48°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near Herrera de Alcántara
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rádio Castelo Branco (PT) | adult contemporary, local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Cova da Beira (PT) | local music, talk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| FLUXMEDIA (PT) | dance, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Rádio Clube de Arganil (PT) | arganil, public radio | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Herrera de Alcántara
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beit-Ha - Midrasch-Sefardin | ||||
| Casa da Memória da Presença Judaica em Castelo Branco | ||||
| Casa do Arco do Bispo | ||||
| Centro de Cultura Contemporânea de Castelo Branco | ||||
| Centro de Interpretação do Bordado | ||||
| Centro de Interpretação do Jardim do Paço | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación de la Cultura Dolménica | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación de la Naturaleza El Péndere | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación de Valencia de Alcántara | ||||
| Convento da Graça Museu de Arte Sacra | ||||
| Museo Etnográfico El Casón del Cedillo | ||||
| Museu Cargaleiro | ||||
| Museu da Seda | ||||
| Museu de Póvoa e Meadas | ||||
| Museu do Barro e do Bordado | ||||
| Museu Francisco Tavares Proença Júnior | ||||
| Museu Municipal de Marvão | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico do Azeite de Sarnadas de Ródão | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico do Contrabando |
Libraries in Herrera de Alcántara
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal António Salvado | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Nisa | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Laranjo Coelho | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Herrera de Alcántara
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campo da Feira | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in Herrera de Alcántara
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Herrera de Alcántara
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 Herrera de Alcántara
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aerodromo de Castelo Branco | — | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Municipal de Ponte de Sor | — | Medium Airport |
| Badajoz Airport | BJZ | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo da Pampilhosa da Serra | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Coja | — | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Mação | — | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Monforte | — | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Monfortinho | — | Small Airport |
| Aérodromo Municipal de Proença-a-Nova | — | Small Airport |
| Campo de Voo da Quinta Branca | — | Small Airport |
| Cano | — | Small Airport |
| Morante Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Morargil Airfield | — | 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 do Cabeço da Vaca UL | — | Small Airport |
| Pista do Monte do Lago | — | Small Airport |
| Pista do Monte do Pombo | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Herrera de Alcántara
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia San Sebastián Mártir |
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What is the population of Herrera de Alcántara?
Herrera de Alcántara has a population of 281 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 328.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Herrera de Alcántara expensive to live in?
The median household income is $33,493, 55% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Herrera de Alcántara?
Herrera de Alcántara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.5 inches.
How is the job market in Herrera de Alcántara?
There are 21 business establishments in the area.