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Monchique, Portugal
Faro · Portugal
Monchique is a small city in Faro, Portugal with a population of 5,421. Elevation: 1,440 ft (439 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Monchique
Monchique is a municipality of southern Portugal, in Faro District. The population in 2011 was 6,045, in an area of 395.30 km2.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,421 |
| Population Density | 87 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,440 ft (439 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.3178°, -8.5553° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Faro |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.6 inches (573 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Monchique
Monchique is a small city in Portugal (Faro) with a population of 5,421. The city sits at an elevation of 1,440 feet (439 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.1°F |
| 13% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 295 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,440 ft (439 m) |
| Area | 62.4 sq mi (161.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 87/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.3178°N, 8.5553°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | 133 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 62°F (16°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
Monchique has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 52°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 22.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Monchique
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Básica Manuel do Nascimento | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica n.º 1 de Monchique | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica n.º 2 de Monchique | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Monchique
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 Monchique
| 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 | ||||
| Consciencia | ||||
| 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 Monchique
| 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 Monchique
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carvoeiro Municipal Market | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Armação de Pera | |||||
| Mercado de Armação de Pêra | |||||
| Mercado de levante - viv'o mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Pêra | |||||
| 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 | |||||
| Praça de Odeceixe |
Hotels in Monchique
10 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Monchique
17 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Monchique
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Monchique
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Monchique
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Monchique
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Monchique
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Monchique
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Monchique
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Faro - Gago Coutinho International Airport | FAO | Large Airport |
| Portimão Airport | PRM | Medium Airport |
| Aerodromo de Daroeira | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodromo de Ferreira do Alentejo | - | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Ourique | - | Small Airport |
| Beja Civil Airfield UL | - | Small Airport |
| Lagos Airfield ULM | - | Small Airport |
| Pista da Herdade da Zambujeira UL | - | Small Airport |
| Pista da Torre Vã | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Monchique
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela das Caldas de Monchique | |
| Capela de Santo António | |
| Igreja de São Pedro | |
| Igreja de São Romão | |
| Igreja de São Sebastião | |
| Igreja de São Sebastião | |
| Igreja Matriz de Monchique |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Portugal
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Monchique?
Monchique has a population of 5,421 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 87 people per square mile, spread across 62.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Monchique?
Monchique enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.6 inches.