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Melón, Spain
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Melón is a small town in Galicia, Spain with a population of 1,569. Elevation: 1,542 ft (470 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Melón
Melón is a municipality in the province of Ourense, in the autonomous community of Galicia, Spain. It belongs to the comarca of O Ribeiro. It has a population of 1582 and an area of 53.22 km².
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 1,569 |
| Population Density | 68 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,542 ft (470 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.2602°, -8.2140° |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
| Country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| State / Province | Galicia |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.7 inches (1,566 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,493 |
| Median Age | 44.9 years |
About Melón
Melón is a small town in Spain (Galicia) with a population of 1,569. The city sits at an elevation of 1,542 feet (470 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Melón vs Spain Average
Income: Melón vs Spain
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $33,493 |
| 55% below Spain avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 119 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Melón
Melón has an average annual temperature of 15.2°C (59°F). The hottest month is Aug (23°C), the coldest is Jan (8.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 821 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.0°F |
| 0% below Spain avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 224 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,542 ft (470 m) |
| Area | 23.2 sq mi (60.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 68/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.2602°N, 8.2140°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 7.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 7.2 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 6.2 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 7.4 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
Melón has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 43°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 61.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.7") and July the driest (1.2").
Schools in Melón
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colexio de Educación Infantil e Primaria de Quins | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria da Cañiza | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Melón
11 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rádio Barca (PT) | local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Valdevez (PT) | local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio nove3cinco (PT) | latin, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Montalegre (PT) | local music, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EME Radio fm | jazz, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Verbena FM | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Linguas | community radio, educational | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RadioVoz Ourense | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| RadioVoz Pontevedra | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Onda Cero Pontevedra | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Cope Carballiño | cope, noticias | MP3 |
Museums in Melón
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa da Auga | ||||
| Casa Grande de Cima de Vila | ||||
| Casa-Museo Etnográfico do Pazo da Cruz | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación da Ceraría Favum | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación do Viño e da Lamprea de Arbo | ||||
| Centro de Recuperación da Cultura Popular do Castelo de Sobroso | ||||
| Centro Interpretativo de São Caetano | ||||
| Frontier Memory Museum | ||||
| Museo da Emigración a Guinea Ecuatorial | ||||
| Museo da Fábrica do Papel | ||||
| Museo de Cera | ||||
| Museo de Diego de Giráldez | ||||
| Museo do Viño de Galicia | ||||
| Museo Estanislao Reverter | ||||
| Museo Etnolóxico de Ribadavia | ||||
| Museo Sefardí | ||||
| Museu de Cinema Jean Loup Passek | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico de Castro Laboreiro | ||||
| Parque Arqueolóxico da Cultura Castrexa Lansbrica |
Libraries in Melón
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axencia de Lectura de Queimadelos | 0.0 | |||||
| Axencia de Lectura Municipal Trobador Xoán García de Guillade | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca da Fundación Otero Pedrayo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal das Neves | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Cortegada | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Quintela de Leirado | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Ribadavia | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal do Carballiño | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Xoán Xosé Pérez Labaca | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa da Cultura e Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Melón
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal das Neves | |||||
| Mercado Plaza de Abastos | |||||
| Praza de Abastos | |||||
| Praza de Abastos de Bande | |||||
| Praza de Abastos do Carballiño |
Restaurants in Melón
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Melón
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Melón
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Melón
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adega do Veleiro |
Stadiums & Teams in Melón
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Melón
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport | SCQ | Large Airport |
| Braga Municipal Aerodrome | - | Medium Airport |
| Vigo Airport | VGO | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo de Antela | - | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Cabeceiras de Basto UL | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Sober | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Trasmirás | - | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo do Cerval UL | - | Small Airport |
| Beariz Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chaira Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Godos Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Monforte Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pista do Minhéu | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Melón
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela de San Roque | |
| Capela de Santa Eulalia de Deva | |
| Igrexa de San Xián de Petán | |
| Igrexa de Santa María de Melón | |
| Igrexa de Santa María de Oroso | |
| Igrexa de Santa María de Quins | |
| Igrexa de Santa Teresa da Caniza |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Melón
What is the population of Melón?
Melón has a population of 1,569 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 68 people per square mile, spread across 23.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Melón 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 Melón?
Melón has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.7 inches.
How is the job market in Melón?
There are 119 business establishments in the area.