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Níjar, Spain
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Níjar is a small city in Andalusia, Spain with a population of 26,516. Elevation: 1,204 ft (367 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
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People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 26,516 |
| Population Density | 95 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,204 ft (367 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.9666°, -2.2060° |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
| Country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| State / Province | Andalusia |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 10.8 inches (273 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,493 |
| Median Age | 44.9 years |
About Níjar
Níjar is a small city in Spain (Andalusia) with a population of 26,516. The city sits at an elevation of 1,204 feet (367 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Níjar vs Spain Average
Income: Níjar vs Spain
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $33,493 |
| 55% below Spain avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 2,015 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Níjar
Níjar has an average annual temperature of 19.2°C (67°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.2°C), the coldest is Jan (12.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 198 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.0°F |
| 15% above Spain avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 317 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,204 ft (367 m) |
| Area | 279.8 sq mi (724.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 95/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.9666°N, 2.2060°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1522 | ALBORAN SEA | Earthquake | — | 1,000 | 40 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (9°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 1.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 1.3 in |
Níjar has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 49°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 10.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (1.4") and July the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Níjar
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Guadalinfo Vuela Guadatech EdSpace | College | — | Visit → |
Schools in Níjar
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Educación de Adultos | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Público | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria La Libertad | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria Concordia | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria Campos de Níjar | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria Villa de Níjar | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria La Atalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria La Atalaya | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria San Isidro | — | — | — | — |
| C.E.I.P | — | — | — | — |
| C.E.P Andalucía | — | — | — | — |
| C.E.I.P | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Público Rural | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Níjar
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cadena SER Almería 88.2 FM | news | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Sifm Almeria | classic rock, pop music | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Onda CERO ALMERIA 1341 OM | almería, andalucía | UNKNOWN | |
| Candil Radio | 24 horas, blues | MP3 | |
| RNE Radio Nacional Almería | almería, juanjitos | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Dipalme Radio | deportes, entretenimiento | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Níjar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aula del Mar | ||||
| Casa de Antonio de Torres | ||||
| Casa de los Volcanes | ||||
| Casa del Cine | ||||
| Centro de interpretación de la arquitectura tradicional | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación Etnográfica de Huércal de Almería | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación Terrera Ventura y Desierto de Tabernas | ||||
| Centro de Visitantes "Los Yesares" | ||||
| Colección Museográfica de la Legión en Almería | ||||
| Ecomuseo de la Vega de Almería | ||||
| Museo de Almería | ||||
| Museo de Arte de Almería, Espacio2 | ||||
| Museo de la Cerámica, sala de exposiciones | ||||
| Museo de la Vega | ||||
| Museo Memoria del Agua | ||||
| Museo Paleontológico de La Ballena |
Libraries in Níjar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Antonio Sánchez Villa | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comunale | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca de Cabo de Gata | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Nicolás Salmerón | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Castro de Filabres | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de San José | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Tabernas - Modesto García Contreras | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Níjar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consum | |||||
| Consum | |||||
| Mercado Ambulante | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos de Regiones | |||||
| Mercado de Cabo de Gata | |||||
| Mercado de El Alquian | |||||
| Plaza de la Constituciòn | |||||
| Plaza del Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Recinto Ferial y Mercado Ambulante |
Hotels in Níjar
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Níjar
9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Níjar
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Níjar
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Níjar
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Níjar
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Níjar
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Níjar
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Níjar
12 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Níjar
11 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Níjar
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Níjar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervezas El Cabo |
Stadiums & Teams in Níjar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Níjar
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Almería Airport | LEI | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo de Garrucha | — | Small Airport |
| El Ejido UL | — | Small Airport |
| Gérgal Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Olula del Río | — | Small Airport |
| Ultralight Aeroclub Müller | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Níjar
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Oficina de Correos | |
| Oficina de Correos | |
| Oficina de Correos |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Níjar
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de San José | |
| Iglesia Santa María de la Anunciación | |
| Mezquita de Campohermoso | |
| Parroquia de la Asunción de Nuestra Señora |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Spain
32 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Níjar
What is the population of Níjar?
Níjar has a population of 26,516 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 95 people per square mile, spread across 279.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Níjar expensive to live in?
The median household income is $33,493, 55% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Níjar?
Níjar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.8 inches.
How is the job market in Níjar?
There are 2,015 business establishments in the area.