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Madalena, Portugal
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Madalena is a small city in Azores, Portugal with a population of 6,136. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Madalena
Madalena is a municipality along the western coast of the island of Pico, in the Portuguese Azores. It has 6,332 inhabitants as of 2021, in an area of 147.12 km2. The municipality is fronted by the stratovolcano Pico in the eastern frontier, and the Faial Channel which divides Pico from the island of Faial seven kilometers away. It is made up of six freguesias and is encircled almost entirely by the Atlantic Ocean except in the east, where it is bordered by the two remaining municipalities on the island: Lajes do Pico to the southeast, and São Roque do Pico to the northeast.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,136 |
| Population Density | 108 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.5364°, -28.5266° |
| 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 Madalena
Madalena is a small city in Portugal (Azores) with a population of 6,136. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 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 Madalena
Madalena 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 | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 56.8 sq mi (147.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 108/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.5364°N, 28.5266°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 | — | 40 km |
| 1980 | AZORES | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 69 | 71 km |
| 1757 | AZORES | Earthquake | — | 1,053 | 41 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Pico (13 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Pico | Stratovolcano | 2,351 m (7,713 ft) | 1720 | 13 km |
| Fayal | Stratovolcano | 1,043 m (3,422 ft) | 1958 | 19 km |
| Graciosa | Stratovolcano | 402 m (1,319 ft) | -1950 | 72 km |
| Terceira | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,023 m (3,356 ft) | 2000 | 107 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 |
Madalena 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").
Schools in Madalena
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Cardeal Costa Nunes | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica da Candelária | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica e Jardim de Infância da Criação Velha | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Profissional do Pico | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Madalena
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Madalena
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atafona do Calço | ||||
| Casa das Aves Marinhas dos Açores | ||||
| Casa Etnográfica | ||||
| Casa Manuel de Arriaga | ||||
| 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 | ||||
| Whaling Industry's Museum | ||||
| Whaling Industry's Museum |
Libraries in Madalena
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auditório Municipal e Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública e Arquivo Regional João José da Graça | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Madalena
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcado Municipal da Madalena | |||||
| Mercado de Peixe | |||||
| Mercado Municipal da Horta | |||||
| Mercado Municipal da Madalena |
Hotels in Madalena
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Madalena
15 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Madalena
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Madalena
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Madalena
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Madalena
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Madalena
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Madalena
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Madalena
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Madalena
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 Madalena
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correios da Madalena |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Madalena
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape of the Pico Island Vineyard Culture | Cultural | 2004 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Madalena
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ermida de Nossa Senhora a Boa Viagem | |
| Ermida de Nossa Senhora da Barca | |
| Ermida de Santo António | |
| Igreja de Nossa Senhora das Candeias | |
| Igreja de Nossa Senhora das Dores | |
| Igreja de Santa Maria Madalena | |
| Império da Criação Velha | |
| Império do Divino Espírito Santo das Sete Cidades |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Madalena?
Madalena has a population of 6,136 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 108 people per square mile, spread across 56.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Madalena?
Madalena 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.