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La Herradura, Spain
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La Herradura is a small town in Andalusia, Spain with a population of 4,248. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Herradura
La Herradura is a coastal town on Spain's Costa Tropical, part of the borough of Almuñécar, in the province of Granada, Andalucía. It is on Granada's south-western coast, 70 kilometres east of Málaga.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 4,248 |
| Population Density | 106 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.7349°, -3.7376° |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
| Country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| State / Province | Andalusia |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.4 inches (467 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,493 |
| Median Age | 44.9 years |
About La Herradura
La Herradura is a small town in Spain (Andalusia) with a population of 4,248. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
La Herradura vs Spain Average
Income: La Herradura vs Spain
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Income
| Median HH Income | $33,493 |
| 55% below Spain avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 323 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above Spain avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 303 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Area | 40.0 sq mi (103.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 106/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7349°N, 3.7376°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1680 | ALBORAN SEA | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 70 | 77 km |
| 2016 | MOROCCO | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 1 | 121 km |
| 1804 | ALBORAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 2 | 74 km |
| 1522 | ALBORAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 1,000 | 99 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
La Herradura has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 49°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 18.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.8") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in La Herradura
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria Villanueva del Mar | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria Las Gaviotas | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near La Herradura
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| esRadio Granada | culture, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Onda Cero Granada | news, talk | UNKNOWN | |
| Radio Almaina | community radio, free radio | OGG 128 kbps | |
| Cope Granada | entretenimiento, local news | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Canal Sur radio Granada | local news, news | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Canal Axarquía 89.6 FM | entretenimiento, hits | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Jose Antonio Ruiz Garcíaº | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| COPE Granada-Sta.Fe | actualidad, cope | MP3 56 kbps | |
| RNE Radio 5 Granada | culture, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Cadena SER Granada | culture, news | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Ondacero Granada | culture, news | UNKNOWN | |
| Radio Almaina 64kbps | community radio, freedom | OGG 64 kbps | |
| Radio Cehel Albuñol | flamenco, noticias | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Alhendín FM | music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio sin barreras | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Ilíberis | music, news | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Albolote | culture, music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in La Herradura
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Condesa Torre-Isabel | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación Almazara La Erilla | ||||
| Fábrica Azucarera Nuestra Señora del Pilar | ||||
| Molino de Mondújar | ||||
| Molino del Sevillano | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico Casa del Apero | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico Cueva de Siete Palacios | ||||
| Museo de Artes y Costumbres | ||||
| Museo de la Miel Lanjarón | ||||
| Museo de Nerja | ||||
| Museo del Aceite Andaluz | ||||
| Museo del Bonsai | ||||
| Museo Micológico | ||||
| Museo Molino de Hadriano | ||||
| Parroquia San Juan Bautista | ||||
| Pre-Industrial Sugar Factory |
Libraries in La Herradura
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca de La Palma | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca de San Antonio | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca José López Rubio | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Cómpeta Juan Moreau Tamayo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Santa Adela | 0.0 | |||||
| Bliblioteca Pública Miguel Hernández | 0.0 | |||||
| Salvador Rueda | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Herradura
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flea Market - Domingo Sunday | |||||
| Mercadillo | |||||
| Mercadillo Municipal | |||||
| Mercadillos | |||||
| Mercadillos Lunes Monday | |||||
| Mercadillos Lunes Monday | |||||
| Mercadillos Lunes Monday | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos Antonia Sánchez Genot | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Almuñécar | |||||
| Nerja Market |
Hotels in La Herradura
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in La Herradura
30 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in La Herradura
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in La Herradura
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in La Herradura
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Herradura
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in La Herradura
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in La Herradura
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in La Herradura
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Craft Beer Garage |
Stadiums & Teams in La Herradura
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near La Herradura
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estación de Esquí y Montaña de Sierra Nevada | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near La Herradura
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Armilla Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| F.G.L. Airport Granada-Jaén Airport | GRX | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo de Loja | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Juan Espadafor | - | Small Airport |
| AeroVeleta ULM | - | Small Airport |
| Alhama de Granada Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Campo de vuelo de Villanueva del Trabuco | - | Small Airport |
| Guadix | - | Small Airport |
| Jayena Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La Axarquía-Leoni Benabu Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in La Herradura
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correos |
Treatment Centers in La Herradura
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de terapias naturales |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Herradura
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ermita | |
| Iglesia San José |
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Public Holidays in Spain
32 public holidays this year
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What is the population of La Herradura?
La Herradura has a population of 4,248 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 106 people per square mile, spread across 40.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is La Herradura 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 La Herradura?
La Herradura enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.4 inches.
How is the job market in La Herradura?
There are 323 business establishments in the area.