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Porto Covo, Portugal
Setúbal · Portugal
Porto Covo is a small town in Setúbal, Portugal with a population of 1,400. Elevation: 102 ft (31 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Porto Covo
Porto Covo is one of the two civil parishes in the municipality of Sines, located along the western Alentejo coast of Portugal, about 170 km (110 mi) south of Lisbon. The population in 2011 was 1,038, in an area of 50.72 km2. Known for its beaches and ties to the ocean, the name Porto Covo likely translates as port of the covos, the term covo referring to a fishing net, used for capturing lobsters and crabs.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,400 |
| Population Density | 45 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 102 ft (31 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.8526°, -8.7902° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Setúbal |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.6 inches (600 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Porto Covo
Porto Covo is a small town in Portugal (Setúbal) with a population of 1,400. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet (31 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 293 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 102 ft (31 m) |
| Area | 31.5 sq mi (81.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 45/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.8526°N, 8.7902°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 | 143 km |
| 1531 | TAGUS RIVER, LISBON | Earthquake | — | 30,000 | 98 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 53°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
Porto Covo has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 52°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 23.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Porto Covo
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Primária Cabeça da Cabra | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica de Porto Covo | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Porto Covo
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| TLA Rádio | local music, world music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Clube de Grândola | adult contemporary, jazz | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Porto Covo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capela de Nossa Senhora das Salvas | ||||
| Museu de Sines/ Casa Vasco da Gama | ||||
| Museu do Trabalho Rural de Abela | ||||
| Museu Municipal de Santiago do Cacém |
Libraries in Porto Covo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal de Santiago do Cacém | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Sines | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Manuel José do Tojal | 0.0 | |||||
| Manuel da Fonseca | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Porto Covo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Fair | |||||
| Mercado da Freguesia | |||||
| Mercado das Brunheiras | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Santo André | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de São Luís |
Hotels in Porto Covo
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Porto Covo
27 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Porto Covo
8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Porto Covo
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Porto Covo
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Porto Covo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Porto Covo
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Portimão Airport | PRM | Medium Airport |
| Aerodromo da Palma UL | — | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Daroeira | — | Small Airport |
| Aérodromo de Ferreira do Alentejo | — | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Figueira dos Cavaleiros | — | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Ourique | — | Small Airport |
| Lagos Airfield ULM | — | Small Airport |
| Pinheiro Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pista da Herdade da Barrosinha | — | Small Airport |
| Pista da Herdade da Comporta | — | Small Airport |
| Pista da Herdade da Zambujeira UL | — | Small Airport |
| Pista da Torre Vã | — | Small Airport |
| Pista de Aguas de Moura | — | Small Airport |
| Pista de Melides | — | Small Airport |
| Pista de Montevil (Batalha) | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Porto Covo
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela de Santo Alberto | |
| Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Soledade |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Portugal
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Porto Covo?
Porto Covo has a population of 1,400 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 31.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Porto Covo?
Porto Covo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.6 inches.