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Polopos, Spain
Andalusia · Spain
Polopos is a small town in Andalusia, Spain with a population of 1,573. Elevation: 2,605 ft (794 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 1,573 |
| Population Density | 61 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,605 ft (794 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.7947°, -3.2982° |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
| Country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| State / Province | Andalusia |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.8 inches (477 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 10.3 inches (26 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,493 |
| Median Age | 44.9 years |
About Polopos
Polopos is a small town in Spain (Andalusia) with a population of 1,573. The city sits at an elevation of 2,605 feet (794 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Polopos vs Spain Average
Income: Polopos vs Spain
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $33,493 |
| 55% below Spain avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 120 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.6°F |
| 1% below Spain avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 342 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,605 ft (794 m) |
| Area | 25.7 sq mi (66.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 61/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7947°N, 3.2982°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 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 | 116 km |
| 2016 | MOROCCO | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 1 | 132 km |
| 1804 | ALBORAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 2 | 83 km |
| 1522 | ALBORAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 1,000 | 60 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 56°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | Wettest |
Polopos has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 36°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 16.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.3") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Polopos
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Público Rural Sánchez Mariscal | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Polopos
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| esRadio Granada | culture, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Onda Cero Granada | news, talk | UNKNOWN | |
| Radio Almaina | community radio, free radio | OGG 128 kbps | |
| Canal Sur radio Granada | local news, news | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Cope Granada | entretenimiento, local news | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Jose Antonio Ruiz Garcíaº | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RNE Radio 5 Granada | culture, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| COPE Granada-Sta.Fe | actualidad, cope | MP3 56 kbps | |
| Radio Albolote | culture, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio sin barreras | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Ilíberis | music, news | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Cadena SER Granada | culture, news | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Ondacero Granada | culture, news | UNKNOWN | |
| Radio Almaina 64kbps | community radio, freedom | OGG 64 kbps | |
| Radio Cehel Albuñol | flamenco, noticias | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Alhendín FM | music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Poniente | disco, electronic | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Polopos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Condesa Torre-Isabel | ||||
| Casa Museo Gerald Brenan | ||||
| Casa Museo Pedro Antonio de Alarcon | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación Almazara La Erilla | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación de La Alpujarra | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación de la Música Lombarda | ||||
| Fábrica Azucarera Nuestra Señora del Pilar | ||||
| Jamón Experience | ||||
| Molino de Mondújar | ||||
| Molino del Sevillano | ||||
| Museo Casa Alpujarreña | ||||
| Museo de la Miel Lanjarón | ||||
| Museo del Aceite Andaluz | ||||
| Museo del Campanario | ||||
| Museo Fotográfico | ||||
| Parroquia San Juan Bautista | ||||
| Pre-Industrial Sugar Factory |
Libraries in Polopos
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca de Capileira | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca de Carchuna | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca de La Palma | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca de San Antonio | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Hurtado de Mendoza | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca José López Rubio | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Erizos | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Pío Navarro | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Santa Adela | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Polopos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadillo de Albuñol | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado de Abastos Antonia Sánchez Genot | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Abastos | |||||
| Mercado municipal de Carchuna | |||||
| Mercado Municipal La Plaza |
Restaurants in Polopos
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Polopos
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Polopos
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 Polopos
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Armilla Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| F.G.L. Airport Granada-Jaén Airport | GRX | Medium 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 |
Treatment Centers in Polopos
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de terapias naturales |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Polopos
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Santa Ana | |
| Iglesia Parroquial |
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What is the population of Polopos?
Polopos has a population of 1,573 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 61 people per square mile, spread across 25.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Polopos 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 Polopos?
Polopos has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 342 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.8 inches, with 10.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Polopos?
There are 120 business establishments in the area.