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Polícar, Spain
Andalusia · Spain
Polícar is a small town in Andalusia, Spain with a population of 229. Elevation: 3,806 ft (1,160 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 229 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,806 ft (1,160 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.2576°, -3.2338° |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
| Country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| State / Province | Andalusia |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.5 inches (520 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,493 |
| Median Age | 44.9 years |
About Polícar
Polícar is a small town in Spain (Andalusia) with a population of 229. The city sits at an elevation of 3,806 feet (1,160 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Polícar vs Spain Average
Income: Polícar vs Spain
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $33,493 |
| 55% below Spain avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 17 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.2°F |
| 0% below Spain avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,806 ft (1,160 m) |
| Area | 258.6 sq mi (669.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.2576°N, 3.2338°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1680 | ALBORAN SEA | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 70 | 132 km |
| 1804 | ALBORAN SEA | Earthquake | — | 2 | 134 km |
| 1522 | ALBORAN SEA | Earthquake | — | 1,000 | 60 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Calatrava Volcanic Field (192 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Calatrava Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,117 m (3,665 ft) | -3600 | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
Polícar has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 39°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.7") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Polícar
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria Cristóbal de Arce | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Público Rural Sierra Blanca | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Polícar
16 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| esRadio Granada | culture, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Onda Cero Granada | news, talk | UNKNOWN | |
| Canal Sur radio Granada | local news, news | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Cope Granada | entretenimiento, local news | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio Almaina | community radio, free radio | OGG 128 kbps | |
| RNE Radio 5 Granada | culture, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| COPE Granada-Sta.Fe | actualidad, cope | MP3 56 kbps | |
| Jose Antonio Ruiz Garcíaº | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Poniente | disco, electronic | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Alhendín FM | music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Cehel Albuñol | flamenco, noticias | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Almaina 64kbps | community radio, freedom | OGG 64 kbps | |
| Ondacero Granada | culture, news | UNKNOWN | |
| Cadena SER Granada | culture, news | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio Ilíberis | music, news | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Albolote | culture, music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Polícar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo Pintor Julio Visconti | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación Cueva del Agua | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación Cuevas de Guadix - Cueva Museo | ||||
| Centro de interpretación de la arquitectura árabe de Ferreira | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación del Megalitismo | ||||
| Centro Paleontológico Fonelas P-1 | ||||
| Centro Vitivinícola de Polícar | ||||
| Cerámica Gabarrón | ||||
| Cuevas La Alcazaba | ||||
| Museo Catedralicio Donum Fidei | ||||
| Museo del Pueblo | ||||
| Museo Etnográfico | ||||
| Museo Etnológico | ||||
| Museo Micológico | ||||
| Trópolis Museo de Historia |
Libraries in Polícar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Escritor José Asenjo Sedano | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Polícar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadillo del Sábado | |||||
| Mercado Barriada de Andalucía | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Plaza de Abastos de Guadix |
Cafes in Polícar
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Polícar
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Polícar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Polícar
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estación de Esquí y Montaña de Sierra Nevada | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Polícar
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Armilla Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| F.G.L. Airport Granada-Jaén Airport | GRX | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo de Jaen - Las Infantas | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Juan Espadafor | — | Small Airport |
| AeroVeleta ULM | — | Small Airport |
| El Ejido UL | — | Small Airport |
| Gérgal Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Guadix | — | Small Airport |
| Jayena Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Polícar
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ermita de San Antón | |
| Ermita de San Francisco | |
| Iglesia Parroquial de San Antonio de Padua | |
| Parroquia de Nuestra Señora de la Anunciación |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Spain
32 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Polícar?
Polícar has a population of 229 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 258.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Polícar 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 Polícar?
Polícar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.5 inches.
How is the job market in Polícar?
There are 17 business establishments in the area.