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Palamós, Spain
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Palamós is a small city in Catalonia, Spain with a population of 17,898. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
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People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 17,898 |
| Population Density | 1,774 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.8484°, 3.1291° |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
| Country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| State / Province | Catalonia |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.1 inches (662 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.2 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,493 |
| Median Age | 44.9 years |
About Palamós
Palamós is a small city in Spain (Catalonia) with a population of 17,898. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Palamós vs Spain Average
Income: Palamós vs Spain
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $33,493 |
| 55% below Spain avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 1,360 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Palamós
Palamós has an average annual temperature of 15.1°C (59°F). The hottest month is Aug (24°C), the coldest is Jan (7.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 703 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.7°F |
| 14% above Spain avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 337 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 10.1 sq mi (26.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,774/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.8484°N, 3.1291°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Olot Volcanic Field (61 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olot Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 893 m (2,930 ft) | Unknown | 61 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 1.6 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in |
Palamós has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 45°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.1") and July the driest (0.8").
Schools in Palamós
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Col·legi La Salle Palamós | — | — | — | — |
| Vedruna Palamós | — | — | — | — |
| Escola La Vila | — | — | — | — |
| Col·legi La Salle Palamós | — | — | — | — |
| Escola la Sínia | — | — | — | — |
| Institut de Palamós | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Palamós
14 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xtra FM | music, santa cristina d'aro | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio DOS 84 | 2000s, 70's | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Xtra 106.3 (US) | sports | MP3 48 kbps | |
| Ràdio Pineda | pineda de mar | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Ràdio Arenys | arenys de mar | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ona Malgrat | malgrat de mar | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ràdio Marina | blanes, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ràdio Platja d'Aro | music, platja d'aro | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ràdio Palafrugell | local information, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ràdio Capital de l'Empordà | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Ràdio Vilablareix | vilablareix | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Ràdio Capital | pals | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Nova Radio Lloret | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| staronlineradio | 70s disco, classic rock | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Palamós
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Can Caciques. Centre d'interpratació de Llagostera | ||||
| Can Santamaria | ||||
| Carme Chapel | ||||
| Casa de Cultura - Ca la Pruna | ||||
| Casa Museu Irla | ||||
| Far de Tossa | ||||
| Fishing Museum | ||||
| Fundació Josep Pla | ||||
| Fundació Mascort - Casa Galibern | ||||
| Fundació Modest Cuixart | ||||
| Fundació Vila Casas | ||||
| Gala Dalí Castle | ||||
| Museu d'Història la Joguina | ||||
| Museu de la confitura | ||||
| Museu de la Mediterrània | ||||
| Museu de la Pesca | ||||
| Museu del bonsai | ||||
| Museu del Salvament Marítim | ||||
| Museu del Suro | ||||
| Museu Emili Vilà | ||||
| Museu Municipal | ||||
| Museu Palau Solterra | ||||
| Museu Rural | ||||
| Museu Vehicles Classics | ||||
| Sant Andreu | ||||
| The Terracotta Ceramics Museum |
Libraries in Palamós
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca de Palafrugell | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca de Palamós | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Julià Cutiller | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Octavi Viader i Margarit | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pere Blasi | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pere Caner | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Salvador Raurich | 0.0 | |||||
| Espai Polivalent de la Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Mercé Rodoreda | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Palamós
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llotja del peix | |||||
| Mercadillo de Palamós | |||||
| Mercadillo de Platja d'Aro | |||||
| Mercadillo de Sant Antoni de Calonge | |||||
| Mercat de la fruita i hortalisses | |||||
| Mercat Municipal | |||||
| Mercat Municipal de Palamós | |||||
| Mercat Setmanal l'Estartit | |||||
| Plaça del Mercat |
Hotels in Palamós
11 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Palamós
83 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Palamós
10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Palamós
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Palamós
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Palamós
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Palamós
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Palamós
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Palamós
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Palamós
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Palamós
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Palamós
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Palamós
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Palamós
4 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Palamós
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Craft Room |
Stadiums & Teams in Palamós
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Palamós
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Girona-Costa Brava Airport | GRO | Large Airport |
| Aeroclub L’Estartit | — | Small Airport |
| Aeròdrom de Foixà | — | Small Airport |
| Aeròdrom de Llabiá | — | Small Airport |
| Aeròdrom de Pals | — | Small Airport |
| Aeròdrom de Viladamat | — | Small Airport |
| Aerodrom Tapioles | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Ordis | — | Small Airport |
| Ampuriabrava Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Beuda Besalu Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Camp de Vol de Palafolls | — | Small Airport |
| Canterrane Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Club Aernautic Catalunya | — | Small Airport |
| Saint Génis Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Saint Jean Pla de Corts Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| ST LUC Passa Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Palamós
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Oficina de Correos |
Treatment Centers in Palamós
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CESMAR |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Palamós
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia de Sant Antoni de Calonge | |
| Santa Eugènia de Vila-Romà | |
| Santa Maria de la Fosca | |
| Santa Maria del Collet | |
| Santa Maria del Mar |
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What is the population of Palamós?
Palamós has a population of 17,898 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 1,774 people per square mile, spread across 10.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Palamós 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 Palamós?
Palamós enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.1 inches.
How is the job market in Palamós?
There are 1,360 business establishments in the area.