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Peniche, Portugal
Leiria · Portugal
Peniche is a small city in Leiria, Portugal with a population of 15,662. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 15,662 |
| Population Density | 560 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.3558°, -9.3811° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Leiria |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.0 inches (609 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Peniche
Peniche is a small city in Portugal (Leiria) with a population of 15,662. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Climate in Peniche
Peniche has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C (61°F). The hottest month is Aug (19.5°C), the coldest is Jan (12.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 661 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.0°F |
| 11% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Area | 28.0 sq mi (72.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 560/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.3558°N, 9.3811°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1531 | TAGUS RIVER, LISBON | Earthquake | — | 30,000 | 77 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
Peniche has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 53°F in January to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 24.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.5") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Peniche
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Secundária de Peniche | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica Velha de Peniche | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica n.º 3 de Peniche | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica e Jardim de Infância da Prageira | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Profissional Alda Brandão de Vasconcelos | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica do 2º e 3º Ciclo Dom Luís de Ataíde | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica do 1º, 2º e 3º Ciclo de Peniche | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica e Jardim de Infância do Filtro | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica e Jardim de Infância do Alemão | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica n.º 5 de Peniche | — | — | — | — |
| Cooperativa de Educação, Reabilitação, Capacitação e Inclusão de Peniche | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal de Renda de Bilros de Peniche | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Peniche
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Peniche
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abílio de Mattos e Silva Museum | ||||
| Atelier-Museu João Fragoso | ||||
| Centro Interpretativo Atouguia da Baleia | ||||
| Espaço da Concas | ||||
| Espaço Museológico da Santa Casa da Lourinhã | ||||
| Fortaleza de Peniche | ||||
| Municipal Museum | ||||
| Museu da Lourinhã | ||||
| Museu da Renda de Bilros de Peniche | ||||
| Museu de José Malhoa | ||||
| Museu Dom Pedro I | ||||
| Museu Leopoldo de Almeida | ||||
| Museu Municipal do Bombarral | ||||
| Museu Nacional Resistência e Liberdade | ||||
| Museu Rural do Reguengo Grande | ||||
| Parish Museum |
Libraries in Peniche
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal das Caldas da Rainha | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Óbidos | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Peniche | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal do Bombarral | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Praia do Santa Cruz | 0.0 | |||||
| Mediateca do Reguengo Grande | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Peniche
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feira da Lourinhã | |||||
| Mercado da Consolação | |||||
| Mercado do Peixe | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal da Lourinhã | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Peniche | |||||
| Mercado Municipal do Bombarral Casimiro da Silva Marques | |||||
| Praça da República |
Hotels in Peniche
12 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Peniche
61 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Peniche
40 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Peniche
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Peniche
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Peniche
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Peniche
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Peniche
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Peniche
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Peniche
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Peniche
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Peniche
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Peniche
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Peniche
28 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport | LIS | Large Airport |
| Alverca Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Cascais Airport | CAT | Medium Airport |
| Monte Real Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Montijo Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Sintra Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Aerodromo da Azambuja UL | — | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Atouguia da Baleia UL | — | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Leiria | — | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Muge | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Óbidos | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Pombal UL | — | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo do Alqueidão UL | — | Small Airport |
| Alcochete Military Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Benavente UL | — | Small Airport |
| Faias UL | — | Small Airport |
| Herdade do Rio Frio Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Leziria Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Piper Road Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pista da Garrocheira | — | Small Airport |
| Pista de Alcanena | — | Small Airport |
| Pista de Bilrete | — | Small Airport |
| Pista de Biscainho Brandão | — | Small Airport |
| Pista de Valada do Ribatejo | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Cruz Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Santarém Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Tojeira Airfield UL | — | Small Airport |
| V. das Areias Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Peniche
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Estação de Correios de Peniche |
Treatment Centers in Peniche
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Casa de Repouso Santa Bárbara | ||
| Clínica de Reabilitação do Bombarral |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Peniche
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela de Nossa Senhora dos Remédios | |
| Capela de Nossa Senhora Estrela do Mar | |
| Capela do Senhor do Calvário | |
| Ermida de Santa Cruz | |
| Igreja Adventista do Sétimo Dia | |
| Igreja da Misericórdia de Peniche | |
| Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Ajuda | |
| Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Conceição | |
| Igreja de Sant'Ana | |
| Igreja de São Pedro | |
| Igreja Maná | |
| Nova Aliança Igreja Cristã | |
| Salão do Reino das Testemunhas de Jeová |
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What is the population of Peniche?
Peniche has a population of 15,662 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 560 people per square mile, spread across 28.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Peniche?
Peniche enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.0 inches.