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Portimão, Portugal
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Portimão is a mid-size city in Faro, Portugal with a population of 38,487. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
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About Portimão
Portimão is a city and a municipality in the district of Faro, in the Algarve region of southern Portugal. The population in 2022 was 63,079 in an area of 182.06 km2. It was formerly known as Vila Nova de Portimão. In 1924, it was incorporated as a cidade and became known merely as Portimão. Historically a fishing and shipbuilding centre, it has nonetheless developed into a strong tourist centre oriented along its beaches and southern coast. The two largest population centers in the Algarve are Portimão and Faro.
People
Climate
| Population | 38,487 |
| Population Density | 1,083 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.1386°, -8.5378° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Faro |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.9 inches (506 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Portimão
Portimão is a mid-size city in Portugal (Faro) with a population of 38,487. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Climate in Portimão
Portimão has an average annual temperature of 17.8°C (64°F). The hottest month is Aug (20.9°C), the coldest is Jan (14.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 714 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.6°F |
| 16% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 300 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 35.6 sq mi (92.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,083/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.1386°N, 8.5378°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 18.3 m (60 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1755 | LISBON | Earthquake | 18.3 m | 50,000 | 131 km |
| 881 | CADIZ | Earthquake | — | — | 135 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
Portimão has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 54°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 19.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.6") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Portimão
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| O Piaget - Campus de Silves | College | — | — |
Schools in Portimão
24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Básica Coca Maravilhas | — | — | — | — |
| Cracep | — | — | — | — |
| Colégio da Penina | — | — | — | — |
| Colégio do Rio | — | — | — | — |
| Escola de Hotelaria e Turismo de Portimão | — | — | — | — |
| Colégio João Paulo II | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica de Vendas | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica do Pontal | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica Engenheiro Nuno Mergulhão | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica de Chão das Donas | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica Dom Martinho de Castelo Branco | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Secundária Poeta António Aleixo | — | — | — | — |
| Interlíngua | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica de Pedra Mourinha | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica Júdice Fialho | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica Professor José Buísel | — | — | — | — |
| Centro de Línguas, Cultura e Comunicação | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Secundária Manuel Teixeira Gomes | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica Major David Neto | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Profissional Gil Eanes de Portimão | — | — | — | — |
| Manuel Teixeira Gomes | — | — | — | — |
| Teixeira Gomes | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Secundária Manuel Teixeira Gomes | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica n.º 5 de Portimão | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Portimão
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rádio Lagoa | local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| TLA Rádio | local music, world music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Portimão
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anciente Slave Market | ||||
| Casa da Cultura Islâmica e Mediterrânica | ||||
| Casa das Artes e Ofícios da Freguesia de Marmelete | ||||
| Casa Museu José Manuel da Graça Rosado Amôres | ||||
| Centro das Ciências de Lagos | ||||
| Consciencia | ||||
| Museu da Cortiça | ||||
| Museu de Lagos Dr. José Formosinho | ||||
| Museu Diogo Gonçalves | ||||
| Portimao Museum | ||||
| Silves Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Studio Bongard |
Libraries in Portimão
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arquivo Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Arquivo Municipal de Lagoa | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Portimão | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Silves | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Dr. Júlio Dantas | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Portimão
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carvoeiro Municipal Market | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado da Guia | |||||
| Mercado de Armação de Pera | |||||
| Mercado de Armação de Pêra | |||||
| Mercado de levante - viv'o mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Pêra | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Alvor | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Lagoa | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Santo Amaro | |||||
| Mercado Municipal do Algoz | |||||
| Municipal Market Silves |
Hotels in Portimão
12 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Portimão
109 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Portimão
45 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Portimão
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Portimão
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Portimão
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Portimão
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Portimão
6 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Portimão
4 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Portimão
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Portimão
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Portimão
13 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Portimão
9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Portimão
4 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Portimão
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Portimão
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerveja Artesanal Marafada |
Stadiums & Teams in Portimão
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Portimão
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Faro - Gago Coutinho International Airport | FAO | Large Airport |
| Portimão Airport | PRM | Medium Airport |
| Aerodromo de Ourique | — | Small Airport |
| Lagos Airfield ULM | — | Small Airport |
| Pista da Herdade da Zambujeira UL | — | Small Airport |
| Pista da Torre Vã | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Portimão
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| CTT | |
| CTT |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Portimão
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Igreja da Nossa Senhora da Conceição (Sé) | |
| Igreja de Jesus Cristo dos Santos dos Últimos Dias | |
| Igreja do Vicariato da Pedra Mourinha | |
| Igreja nova apostólica | |
| Mesquita do Portimão | |
| Nossa Senhora do Amparo | |
| Salão do Reino de Portimão |
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Public Holidays in Portugal
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What is the population of Portimão?
Portimão has a population of 38,487 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 1,083 people per square mile, spread across 35.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Portimão?
Portimão enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.9 inches.