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Praia da Vitória, Portugal
Azores · Portugal
Praia da Vitória is a small city in Azores, Portugal with a population of 6,061. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Praia da Vitória
Praia da Vitória, officially the Very Notable City of Praia da Vitória, is a municipality in the Portuguese archipelago of the Azores. With a population of 21,035, the second largest administrative authority on the island of Terceira, it covers an area of 162.29 square kilometres (62.66 mi2), that extends from the northern coast halfway into the interior.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,061 |
| Population Density | 311 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.7333°, -27.0667° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Azores |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Azores |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.9 inches (1,141 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Praia da Vitória
Praia da Vitória is a small city in Portugal (Azores) with a population of 6,061. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.9 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Azores.
Climate in Praia da Vitória
Praia da Vitória has an average annual temperature of 17.9°C (64°F). The hottest month is Aug (22.8°C), the coldest is Feb (14.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 983 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.5°F |
| 21% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 254 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Area | 19.5 sq mi (50.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 311/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.7333°N, 27.0667°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Azores |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1641 | AZORES | Unknown | 9.0 m | — | 97 km |
| 1980 | AZORES | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 69 | 59 km |
| 1757 | AZORES | Earthquake | — | 1,053 | 88 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Terceira (22 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Terceira | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,023 m (3,356 ft) | 2000 | 22 km |
| Graciosa | Stratovolcano | 402 m (1,319 ft) | -1950 | 84 km |
| Pico | Stratovolcano | 2,351 m (7,713 ft) | 1720 | 120 km |
| Fayal | Stratovolcano | 1,043 m (3,422 ft) | 1958 | 145 km |
| Sete Cidades | Stratovolcano | 856 m (2,808 ft) | 1880 | 148 km |
| Picos Volcanic System | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 350 m (1,148 ft) | 1652 | 162 km |
| Agua de Pau | Stratovolcano | 947 m (3,107 ft) | 1564 | 176 km |
| Furnas | Stratovolcano | 805 m (2,641 ft) | 1630 | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (15°C) | 5.4 in | |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 2.0 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 62°F (16°C) | 5.5 in | Wettest |
Praia da Vitória has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 59°F in February to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.5") and July the driest (1.6").
Schools in Praia da Vitória
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Secundária Vitorino Nemésio | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica Integrada Francisco Ornelas da Câmara | — | — | — | — |
| EB1/JI de Santa Rita | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica e Jardim de Infância de Aldeia Nova | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Praia da Vitória
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Praia da Vitória
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa dos Botes - núcleo museológico e clube naval de São Mateus da Calheta | ||||
| Casa-Museu Vitorino Nemésio | ||||
| Centro de Ciência de Angra do Heroísmo | ||||
| Hospital da Boa Nova | ||||
| Monte Brasil's Signal Station | ||||
| Museu Antigo do Senhor Manuel Mitéio | ||||
| Museu da Ribeirinha | ||||
| Museu de Angra do Heroismo | ||||
| Museu de Carnaval | ||||
| Museu do Agricultor | ||||
| Museu do Vinho | ||||
| Museu dos Altares | ||||
| Museu Vulcanospeleológico | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico de São Bartolomeu dos Regatos |
Libraries in Praia da Vitória
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública e Arquivo Regional Luís da Silva Ribeiro;Biblioteca Pública e Arquivo Regional de Angra do Heroísmo | 0.0 | |||||
| Palácio Bettencourt | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Praia da Vitória
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Duque de Bragança | |||||
| Mercado Praia da Vitória | |||||
| Small Market |
Hotels in Praia da Vitória
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Praia da Vitória
15 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Praia da Vitória
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Praia da Vitória
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Praia da Vitória
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Praia da Vitória
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Praia da Vitória
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Praia da Vitória
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Praia da Vitória
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Praia da Vitória
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Praia da Vitória
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerveja Brianda |
Stadiums & Teams in Praia da Vitória
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Praia da Vitória
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lajes Airport | TER | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Praia da Vitória
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Posto de Correios da Praia da Vitória |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Praia da Vitória
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Igreja de São José | |
| Igreja do Senhor Santo Cristo das Misericórdias | |
| Igreja Evangélica Baptista | |
| Igreja Matriz |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Portugal
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Praia da Vitória?
Praia da Vitória has a population of 6,061 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 311 people per square mile, spread across 19.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Praia da Vitória?
Praia da Vitória enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.9 inches.