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Mértola, Portugal
Beja · Portugal
Mértola is a small city in Beja, Portugal with a population of 7,274. Elevation: 187 ft (57 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
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About Mértola
Mértola, officially the Town of Mértola, is a town and municipality in southeastern Portuguese Alentejo near the Spanish border. In 2021, the population of the municipality was 6,206, in an area of approximately 1,292.87 square kilometres (499.18 mi2): it is the sixth-largest municipality in Portugal. Meanwhile, it is the second-lowest population centre by density with approximately 5.62 persons/1 square kilometre (0.39 mi2).
People
Climate
| Population | 7,274 |
| Population Density | 59 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 187 ft (57 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.6430°, -7.6611° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Beja |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.7 inches (525 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mértola
Mértola is a small city in Portugal (Beja) with a population of 7,274. The city sits at an elevation of 187 feet (57 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.0°F |
| 17% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 298 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 187 ft (57 m) |
| Area | 122.3 sq mi (316.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 59/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.6430°N, 7.6611°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
Mértola has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 51°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.8") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Mértola
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Profissional ALSUD | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica e Secundária de São Sebastião | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica de Mértola | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mértola
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiolé (ES) | — | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| Rádio Horizonte Algarve | house, top 40 | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Planície 92.8 Moura | local music, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Guadiana | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Pax | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Castrense | adult contemporary, local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Singa FM | local music, world music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Mértola
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arte Islamica | ||||
| Arte Sacra | ||||
| Basílica Paleocristã | ||||
| Casa de Mértola | ||||
| Forja do Ferreiro | ||||
| Museo Minero | ||||
| Museu do Contrabando | ||||
| Museu do Rio | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico de Alcaria dos Javazes | ||||
| Nucleo Museológico de São Miguel do Pinheiro | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico do Mosteiro | ||||
| Nucleo Museológico Fonte Zambujo | ||||
| The Roman House |
Libraries in Mértola
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Casa dos Condes | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mértola
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Mina de São Domingos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Mértola |
Hotels in Mértola
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mértola
17 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mértola
15 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Mértola
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Mértola
2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mértola
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mértola
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mértola
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mértola
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Faro - Gago Coutinho International Airport | FAO | Large Airport |
| Beja Airport / Airbase | BYJ | Medium Airport |
| Aerodromo de Daroeira | — | Small Airport |
| Aérodromo de Ferreira do Alentejo | — | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Figueira dos Cavaleiros | — | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Ourique | — | Small Airport |
| Beja Civil Airfield UL | — | Small Airport |
| Cabezas Rubias Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Campinho Airfield UL | — | Small Airport |
| Courela do Outeiro Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Herdade da Lentisca Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Herdade do Esporão | — | Small Airport |
| Isla Cristina Agricultural Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mafé - Gibraleón Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Martim Longo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pista da Adiça | — | Small Airport |
| Pista da Herdade da Zambujeira UL | — | Small Airport |
| Pista do Belo | — | Small Airport |
| Pista do Monte das Tezas | — | Small Airport |
| Praia Verde Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Mértola
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Loja CTT de Mértola |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mértola
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela de Nossa Senhora da Conceição | |
| Capela de São Barão | |
| Ermida de Nossa Senhora das Neves | |
| Ermida de Nossa Senhora do Amparo | |
| Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Anunciação |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Portugal
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Mértola?
Mértola has a population of 7,274 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 59 people per square mile, spread across 122.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mértola?
Mértola enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.7 inches.