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Mesquitela, Portugal
Viseu · Portugal
Mesquitela is a small town in Viseu, Portugal with a population of 954. Elevation: 1,627 ft (496 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mesquitela
Mesquitela is a small town in the municipality of Mangualde, Portugal. It was head of a civil parish until the 2013 reform, when it merged into the new parish of Mangualde, Mesquitela e Cunha Alta.
People
Climate
| Population | 954 |
| Population Density | 39 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,627 ft (496 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.5856°, -7.7466° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Viseu |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 63.2 inches (1,605 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mesquitela
Mesquitela is a small town in Portugal (Viseu) with a population of 954. The city sits at an elevation of 1,627 feet (496 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.3°F |
| 6% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 221 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,627 ft (496 m) |
| Area | 24.4 sq mi (63.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 39/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.5856°N, 7.7466°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 9.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 8.7 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 6.5 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 7.2 in | |
| December | 47°F (9°C) | 9.5 in |
Mesquitela has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 46°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 63.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.8") and July the driest (0.9").
Schools in Mesquitela
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Básica do 2° e 3° Ciclo de Vila Nova de Tazem | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica de Lagarinhos | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica de Mesquitela | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica de Santiago de Cassurrães | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Mesquitela
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estação Diária Rádio, Viseu – 96.8 FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| VFM 94.6 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Lafões FM | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Antena Livre | local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Elmo | local music, world music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Limite | world music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Estação Diária | electro, pop | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Mesquitela
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa da Ribeira | ||||
| Casa do Passal - Museu de Aristides de Sousa Mendes | ||||
| Centro de Interpretação da República Afonso Costa | ||||
| Centro de Interpretação Histórica e Arqueológica de Fornos de Algodres | ||||
| Centro de Monitorização e Interpretação Ambiental | ||||
| Coleção Arqueológica José Coelho | ||||
| Museu a Miniatura Aurtomóvel | ||||
| Museu Casa d'Avó | ||||
| Museu da Aldeia | ||||
| Museu da Misericórdia de Viseu | ||||
| Museu de Almeida Moreira | ||||
| Museu de Arte Moderna Abel Manta | ||||
| Museu de Arte Sacra | ||||
| Museu de Gulfar | ||||
| Museu de História da Cidade | ||||
| Museu do Azeite | ||||
| Museu do Brinquedo | ||||
| Museu do Oleiro | ||||
| Museu do Quartzo | ||||
| Museu Keil do Amaral | ||||
| Museu Municipal Doutor António Simões Saraiva | ||||
| Museu Municipal Manuel Soares de Albergaria | ||||
| Museu Nacional do Pão | ||||
| Museu Nacional Grão Vasco | ||||
| Museu Natural da Electricidade de Seia | ||||
| Museu Paroquial de Arta Sacra | ||||
| Museu Urgeiriça | ||||
| Santa Rita |
Libraries in Mesquitela
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arquivo Distrital de Viseu | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Dom Miguel da Silva | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca José Adelino | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Carregal do Sal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Fornos de Algodres | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Mangualde | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Nelas | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Sátão | 0.0 | |||||
| Blblioteca Municipal de Seia | 0.0 | |||||
| Cabine de Leitura | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro Municipal da Juventude | 0.0 | |||||
| Serviços académicos ESAV | 0.0 | |||||
| Virgilio Ferreira | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mesquitela
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feira semanal de Seia | |||||
| Largo da feira semanal | |||||
| Mercado dos Produtores | |||||
| Mercado Local | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Fornos de Algodres | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Nelas | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Gouveia | |||||
| Parque de Feiras e Exposições de Canas de Senhorim |
Cafes in Mesquitela
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mesquitela
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Mesquitela
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mesquitela
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Mesquitela
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervejaria Antártida |
Stadiums & Teams in Mesquitela
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Mesquitela
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estância de Ski da Serra da Estrela | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Mesquitela
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aerodromo de Castelo Branco | - | Medium Airport |
| Aerodromo Goncalves Lobato (Viseu Airport) | VSE | Medium Airport |
| Aerodromo Municipal de Coimbra | - | Medium Airport |
| Vila Real Airport | VRL | Medium Airport |
| Aerodromo da Lousã | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo da Pampilhosa da Serra | - | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo da Pedra da Broa | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Coja | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Seia | - | Small Airport |
| Campo de Voo da Quinta Branca | - | Small Airport |
| Casarão UL | - | Small Airport |
| Corvachã Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dragoa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Urros ULM | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Mesquitela
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Associação Portuguesa de Paralisia Cerebral de Viseu - Pólo de Oliveira do Conde (Carregal do Sal) | ||
| UCCI UMDRAcredita |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mesquitela
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela de São João | |
| Capela Senhor dos Passos | |
| Ermida de Nossa Senhora de Cervães | |
| Igreja - S. Mamede | |
| Igreja de Nossa Senhora dos Verdes | |
| Igreja de São Pedro de Espinho | |
| Igreja de Vila Nova | |
| Igreja Paroquial | |
| Igreja Paroquial da Freixiosa | |
| Senhora dos Verdes |
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Public Holidays in Portugal
17 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Mesquitela
What is the population of Mesquitela?
Mesquitela has a population of 954 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 39 people per square mile, spread across 24.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mesquitela?
Mesquitela enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.2 inches.