Meira, Spain
Galicia · Spain
Meira is a small town in Galicia, Spain with a population of 1,775. Elevation: 1,585 ft (483 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Meira
Meira is a municipality in the Galician province of Lugo. It is in the northwest of the province, including the Terra Chá and the Serras Orientais to the west of the Serra de Meira. The most popular festivals are those of the candles, carnival, corpus, Santa Maria, San Roque, and the Festa da Malha. Every two weeks, the "Feira de Meira"(literally translating to the fair of Meira) is held, where many people sell their food, cattle, and many other things. In the monastery of Santa María, there are six confessionals. The river Minho, the longest lake in Galicia, was born in a glacier in Meira. As of 2025, the village had a population of 1,773.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,775 |
| Population Density | 28 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,585 ft (483 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.2134°, -7.2937° |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
| Country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| State / Province | Galicia |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.1 inches (1,298 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Meira
Meira is a small town in Spain (Galicia) with a population of 1,775. The city sits at an elevation of 1,585 feet (483 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.
Climate in Meira
Meira has an average annual temperature of 12.2°C (54°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.8°C), the coldest is Jan (6.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1085 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.5°F |
| 1% below Spain avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,585 ft (483 m) |
| Area | 63.1 sq mi (163.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.2134°N, 7.2937°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 6.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 5.0 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 62°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 5.7 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 6.1 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
Meira has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 44°F in January to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.7") and July the driest (1.6").
Schools in Meira
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria Pedregal de Irimia | - | - | - | - |
| Colexio de Educación Infantil e Primaria Plurilingüe Poeta Avelino Díaz | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Meira
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Onda Cero Ourense | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| RadioVoz Lugo | - | MP3 64 kbps |
Museums in Meira
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfar Os Muíños | ||||
| Casa del Agua | ||||
| Centro Cultural da Alcántara | ||||
| Conxunto Etnográfico d'Os Teixóis | ||||
| Museo Arqueolóxico do Castro de Viladonga | ||||
| Museo Comarcal da Fonsagrada | ||||
| Museo Constantino | ||||
| Museo da Pesca da Pontenova | ||||
| Museo de Arte Sacra de Conforto | ||||
| Museo de la Cuchillería | ||||
| Museo de los Molinos de Mazonovo | ||||
| Museo Diocesano e Catedralicio de Mondoñedo | ||||
| Museo Etnográfico de Esquíos | ||||
| Museo Etnográfico Xosé Rocha | ||||
| Museo Pedagóxico-Etnográfico Villapol |
Libraries in Meira
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arquivo Diocesano de Mondoñedo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca de Abadín | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Maravilhas | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Castro de Rei Poeta Crecente Vega | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública José Trapero Pardo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal da Fonsagrada | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal da Pontenova | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Castro de Rei José Trapero Pardo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Meira | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Riotorto | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Meira
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campo da Feira de Castroverde | |||||
| Mercado Gandeiro | |||||
| Mercado Gandeiro | |||||
| Mercado Gandeiro da Fonsagrada | |||||
| Mercado Gandeiro da Pontenova | |||||
| Mercado Gandeiro de Castro de Ribeiras de Lea | |||||
| Recinto Feiral de Meira | |||||
| Recinto Feiral Manuel Vila López |
Hotels in Meira
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Meira
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Meira
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Meira
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Meira
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Meira
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Meira
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Meira
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Meira
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeroclub Arnao UL | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Reboira | - | Small Airport |
| Monforte Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rozas Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Villaframil Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Meira
23 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela da Veiga | |
| Capela das Dores de Paderne | |
| Capela de San Miguel | |
| Capela de San Roque | |
| Capela de San Xosé | |
| Capela de Santo Isidro de Paredes | |
| Capela de Vilar de Mouros | |
| Capela do Santo Cristo de Sa | |
| Igrexa de San Cosme de Piñeiro | |
| Igrexa de San Mamede de Gueimonde | |
| Igrexa de San Martiño da Aguarda | |
| Igrexa de San Martiño de Ferreiros | |
| Igrexa de San Miguel de Saldanxe | |
| Igrexa de San Salvador de Crecente | |
| Igrexa de San Salvador de Fomiñá | |
| Igrexa de Santa Catarina de Pousada | |
| Igrexa de Santa Comba da Órrea | |
| Igrexa de Santa María de Álvare | |
| Igrexa de Santa María de Galegos | |
| Igrexa de Santiago de Acevo |
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Waterfalls Near Meira
2 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Meira.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Fervenza da Mexadoira | |
| Seimeira da Pena dos Portelos |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Spain
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Frequently Asked Questions About Meira
What is the population of Meira?
Meira has a population of 1,775 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 63.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Meira?
Meira has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 51.1 inches.
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