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Horta, Portugal
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Horta is a small city in Azores, Portugal with a population of 6,572. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 6,572 |
| Population Density | 3,029 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.5374°, -28.6262° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Azores |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Azores |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.2 inches (1,225 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Horta
Horta is a small city in Portugal (Azores) with a population of 6,572. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.2 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Azores.
Climate in Horta
Horta has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1055 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.6°F |
| 16% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 248 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,029/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.5374°N, 28.6262°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Azores |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1641 | AZORES | Unknown | 9.0 m | — | 48 km |
| 1980 | AZORES | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 69 | 79 km |
| 1757 | AZORES | Earthquake | — | 1,053 | 49 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Fayal (11 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Fayal | Stratovolcano | 1,043 m (3,422 ft) | 1958 | 11 km |
| Pico | Stratovolcano | 2,351 m (7,713 ft) | 1720 | 21 km |
| Graciosa | Stratovolcano | 402 m (1,319 ft) | -1950 | 78 km |
| Terceira | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,023 m (3,356 ft) | 2000 | 116 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 6.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 5.4 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 5.9 in |
Horta has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 56°F in February to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.4") and July the driest (1.7").
Colleges & Universities in Horta
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universidade dos Açores - Departamento de Oceanografia e Pescas | University | — | — |
Schools in Horta
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Profissional da Horta | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica Integrada e Ensino Artístico António José de Ávila | — | — | — | — |
| Casa de Infância de Santo António | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica e Jardim de Infância de Pedro Miguel | — | — | — | — |
| O Castelinho | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica e Jardim de Infância dos Flamengos | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica e Jardim de Infância da Vista Alegre, Matriz e Conceição | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Horta
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Horta
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atafona do Calço | ||||
| Capelinhos Volcano Interpretation Centre | ||||
| Casa das Aves Marinhas dos Açores | ||||
| Casa dos Botes | ||||
| Casa Etnográfica | ||||
| Casa Manuel de Arriaga | ||||
| Casa Rural Típica | ||||
| Centro de Interpretação da Paisagem da Cultura da Vinha da Ilha do Pico | ||||
| Dabney's House | ||||
| Horta Museum | ||||
| Museu da ALRAA | ||||
| Museu de Arte Sacra da Horta | ||||
| Museu de Cachalotes e Lulas | ||||
| Museu do Vinho do Pico | ||||
| Núcleo Expositivo das Bicas | ||||
| Observatório do Mar dos Açores | ||||
| Porto Pim Aquarium - Live Fish Station | ||||
| Scrimshaw Museum |
Libraries in Horta
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auditório Municipal e Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública e Arquivo Regional João José da Graça | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Horta
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcado Municipal da Madalena | |||||
| Mercado de Peixe | |||||
| Mercado Municipal da Horta | |||||
| Mercado Municipal da Madalena |
Hotels in Horta
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Horta
15 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Horta
13 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Horta
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Horta
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Horta
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Horta
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Horta
8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Horta
3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Horta
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Horta
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Graciosa Airport | GRW | Medium Airport |
| Horta Airport | HOR | Medium Airport |
| Pico Airport | PIX | Medium Airport |
| São Jorge Airport | SJZ | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Horta
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correios |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Horta
2 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape of the Pico Island Vineyard Culture | ||
| Landscape of the Pico Island Vineyard Culture |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Horta
38 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela de Sant'anna | |
| Capela de Santo António | |
| Casa do Espírito Santo de Pedro Miguel | |
| Ermida da Quinta de São Lourenço | |
| Ermida de Nossa Senhora do Pilar | |
| Ermida de Santo Amaro | |
| Ermida de Santo António | |
| Ermida de São João da Caldeira | |
| Ermida de São Pedro | |
| Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Ajuda | |
| Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Conceição | |
| Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Graça | |
| Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Luz | |
| Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Carmo | |
| Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Rosário | |
| Igreja Evangélica Baptista | |
| Igreja Matriz do Santíssimo Salvador | |
| Império da Conceição | |
| Império da Estrada da Caldeira | |
| Império da Lomba da Cruz do Bravo |
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Public Holidays in Portugal
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Horta
What is the population of Horta?
Horta has a population of 6,572 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 3,029 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Horta?
Horta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.2 inches.