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Monsanto, Portugal

Castelo Branco · Portugal

Monsanto is a small town in Castelo Branco, Portugal with a population of 828. Elevation: 2,149 ft (655 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

828 Population 50/sq mi density
2,149 ft Elevation 655 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
31.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Lisbon Timezone

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People

Population828
Density50/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation2,149 ft (655 m)
Population828
Population Density50 / sq mi
Elevation2,149 ft (655 m)
Coordinates40.0392°, -7.1148°
TimezoneEurope/Lisbon
Country🇵🇹 Portugal
State / ProvinceCastelo Branco
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation31.6 inches (803 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Monsanto

Monsanto is a small town in Portugal (Castelo Branco) with a population of 828. The city sits at an elevation of 2,149 feet (655 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.

Monsanto enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 279 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,149 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above Portugal avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,149 ft (655 m)
Area16.5 sq mi (42.8 km²)
Population Density50/sq mi
Coordinates40.0392°N, 7.1148°W
TimezoneEurope/Lisbon

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.6"
17% below Portugal avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.61"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

48 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.6 on Apr 19, 2020.

Mar 27, 2010 13 km SE of Vale da Amoreira, Portugal M4.1 126 km
Apr 3, 1995 4 km E of Tocha, Portugal M3.9 138 km
Aug 20, 1998 13 km SSE of Mêda, Portugal M3.8 91 km
Jul 31, 1998 23 km W of Estremoz, Portugal M3.8 145 km
Apr 10, 2001 6 km SSE of Louriçal, Portugal M3.7 135 km
Aug 11, 1993 3 km SSW of Vilela, Portugal M3.6 136 km
Nov 24, 1993 Portugal M3.6 136 km
Jun 20, 1991 3 km SE of Tavarede, Portugal M3.5 145 km
Jun 14, 2004 2 km ESE of Villaseco de los Reyes, Spain M3.5 148 km
Dec 31, 1996 4 km N of Luso, Portugal M3.5 116 km
Aug 18, 1998 11 km SSE of Mêda, Portugal M3.5 93 km
Oct 20, 1994 3 km SSE of Peso da Régua, Portugal M3.4 134 km
Oct 7, 1993 8 km NNW of Campo de Besteiros, Portugal M3.4 111 km
Dec 10, 1992 2 km NNW of Favaios, Portugal M3.2 143 km
Jun 13, 1997 5 km SSW of Favaios, Portugal M3.2 136 km
Mar 28, 1996 2 km NW of Vila Nova de Foz Côa, Portugal M3.2 118 km
Apr 23, 1997 7 km WSW of Torre de Moncorvo, Portugal M3.2 124 km
Jun 13, 1997 3 km NE of Borba, Portugal M3.2 138 km
Jul 31, 1998 18 km WSW of Estremoz, Portugal M3.2 149 km
Sep 30, 1994 Portugal M3.2 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 4.6 in Coldest
February 48°F (9°C) 3.4 in
March 52°F (11°C) 3.1 in
April 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
May 60°F (16°C) 2.5 in
June 69°F (20°C) 1.2 in
July 74°F (23°C) 0.3 in Warmest, Driest
August 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in
September 69°F (20°C) 1.5 in
October 60°F (16°C) 3.4 in
November 52°F (11°C) 4.1 in
December 47°F (9°C) 4.6 in Wettest

Monsanto has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 46°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Monsanto

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escola Básica de Monsanto - - - -
Escola Básica de Penha Garcia - - - -
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Radio Stations near Monsanto

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Rádio Cova da Beira local music, talk MP3 128 kbps
FLUXMEDIA dance, pop MP3 192 kbps
Rádio Clube de Arganil arganil, public radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio cantinho da senhora da povoa regional music MP3 128 kbps
Antena Livre local music MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Monsanto

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Arquivo Epigráfico
Lagar de Azeite
Museu de Fósseis
Museu du Adeiti
Museu Municipal
Núcleo Museológico do Azeite

Libraries in Monsanto

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Monsanto

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Hotels in Monsanto

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cantinho da Laura
Casa Santa Catarina

Restaurants in Monsanto

9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Adega Típica O Cruzeiro
Cantinho da Laura
Horizonte
O Javali
O Raiano
Petiscos & Granitos
Restaurante "O Carlos"
Restaurante Jovem
Taverna Lusitana

Cafes in Monsanto

7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Café Carrasco
Café LAFIV
Chico
Dom Garcia
Frágua Bar
Restaurante O Javali
Zé Nuno

Castles in Monsanto

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Castelo de Monsanto
Castelo de Penha Garcia

Gas Stations in Monsanto

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
Prio

Stadiums & Teams in Monsanto

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Monsanto

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 Monsanto

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aerodromo de Castelo Branco-Medium Airport
Aeródromo Coria-Small Airport
Aerodromo de Monfortinho-Small Airport
Aeródromo de Seia-Small Airport
Campo de Voo da Quinta Branca-Small Airport
Dragoa Airstrip-Small Airport
Pista da Comenda-Small Airport
Pista do Cabeço da Vaca UL-Small Airport
Pista do Monte do Pombo-Small Airport

Post Offices in Monsanto

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ponto CTT

Churches & Religious Organizations in Monsanto

23 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capela da São Pedro de Vir-a-Corça
Capela da Senhora do Cabeço
Capela de Nossa Senhora de Fátima
Capela de Nossa Senhora de Guadalupe
Capela de Nossa Senhora do Castelo
Capela de S. Lourenço
Capela de Santo António
Capela de São Dâmaso
Capela de São João
Capela de São Miguel
Capela de São Pedro de Vir à Corça
Capela de São Sebastião
Capela do Espírito Santo
Capela do Espírito Santo
Catedral de Idanha-a-Velha
Igreja da Misericórdia
Igreja da Misericórdia
Igreja da Misericórdia de Monsanto
Igreja da Misericórdia de Monsanto
Igreja Matriz de Penha Garcia - Nossa Senhora da Conceição
Nossa Senhora da Azenha
Santuário da Nossa Senhora da Azenha
Santuário Nossa Senhora do Calvário

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Lisbon

🇵🇹 About Portugal

Capital Lisbon
Population 10,281,762
Area 92,391 km²
GDP (USD) $292,323,800,949
GDP per capita $27,635
HDI 0.874
Life expectancy 82.3 years
Internet users 85.8%
Urban population 61.2%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages Portuguese
Calling code +351
TLD .pt
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Portugal

17 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Ano Novo
Feb 17 Carnival Carnaval
Apr 3 Good Friday Sexta-feira Santa
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo de Páscoa
Apr 25 Freedom Day Dia da Liberdade
May 1 Labour Day Dia do Trabalhador
Jun 1 Azores Day Dia dos Açores
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Corpo de Deus
Jun 10 National Day Dia de Portugal, de Camões e das Comunidades Portuguesas
Jul 1 Madeira Day Dia da Madeira
Aug 15 Assumption Day Assunção de Nossa Senhora
Oct 5 Republic Day Implantação da República
Nov 1 All Saints Day Dia de Todos-os-Santos
Dec 1 Restoration of Independence Restauração da Independência
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Imaculada Conceição
Dec 25 Christmas Day Natal
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Primeira Oitava

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Frequently Asked Questions About Monsanto

What is the population of Monsanto?

Monsanto has a population of 828 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 50 people per square mile, spread across 16.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Monsanto?

Monsanto enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.6 inches.

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