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Mexilhoeira Grande, Portugal
Faro · Portugal
Mexilhoeira Grande is a small town in Faro, Portugal with a population of 4,029. Elevation: 131 ft (40 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
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About Mexilhoeira Grande
Mexilhoeira Grande is a civil parish in the municipality (concelho) of Portimão in the southern Portuguese region of the Algarve. The population in 2011 was 4,029, in an area of 91.15 km².
People
Climate
| Population | 4,029 |
| Population Density | 473 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 131 ft (40 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.1586°, -8.6149° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Faro |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.9 inches (506 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mexilhoeira Grande
Mexilhoeira Grande is a small town in Portugal (Faro) with a population of 4,029. The city sits at an elevation of 131 feet (40 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.6°F |
| 16% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 300 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 131 ft (40 m) |
| Area | 8.5 sq mi (22.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 473/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.1586°N, 8.6149°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 18.3 m (60 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1755 | LISBON | Earthquake | 18.3 m | 50,000 | 124 km |
| 881 | CADIZ | Earthquake | — | — | 140 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
Mexilhoeira Grande has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 54°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 19.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.6") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Mexilhoeira Grande
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola do Ensino Básico do 2° e 3° Ciclo de Mexilhoeira Grande | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica de Odiáxere | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica José Sobral | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mexilhoeira Grande
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rádio Lagoa | local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| TLA Rádio | local music, world music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Mexilhoeira Grande
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aljezur Táctil Museu Municipal | ||||
| Anciente Slave Market | ||||
| Casa da Cultura Islâmica e Mediterrânica | ||||
| Casa das Artes e Ofícios da Freguesia de Marmelete | ||||
| Casa Museu José Manuel da Graça Rosado Amôres | ||||
| Casa-Museu Pintor José Cercas | ||||
| Centro das Ciências de Lagos | ||||
| Museu da Cortiça | ||||
| Museu de Lagos Dr. José Formosinho | ||||
| Museu Diogo Gonçalves | ||||
| Museu Municipal de Aljezur | ||||
| Portimao Museum | ||||
| Silves Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Studio Bongard |
Libraries in Mexilhoeira Grande
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arquivo Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Arquivo Municipal de Lagoa | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Portimão | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Silves | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Dr. Júlio Dantas | 0.0 | |||||
| Posto Público Associativo | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mexilhoeira Grande
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carvoeiro Municipal Market | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de levante - viv'o mercado | |||||
| Mercado do Rogil | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Aljezur | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Alvor | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Lagoa | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Santo Amaro | |||||
| Municipal Market Silves |
Hotels in Mexilhoeira Grande
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mexilhoeira Grande
12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mexilhoeira Grande
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Mexilhoeira Grande
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Mexilhoeira Grande
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mexilhoeira Grande
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mexilhoeira Grande
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Mexilhoeira Grande
3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mexilhoeira Grande
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mexilhoeira Grande
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Faro - Gago Coutinho International Airport | FAO | Large Airport |
| Portimão Airport | PRM | Medium Airport |
| Aerodromo de Ourique | — | Small Airport |
| Lagos Airfield ULM | — | Small Airport |
| Pista da Herdade da Zambujeira UL | — | Small Airport |
| Pista da Torre Vã | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Mexilhoeira Grande
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| CTT correios Odiaxere | |
| Posto de Correios |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Portugal
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Mexilhoeira Grande?
Mexilhoeira Grande has a population of 4,029 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 473 people per square mile, spread across 8.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mexilhoeira Grande?
Mexilhoeira Grande enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.9 inches.