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Puntagorda, Spain
Canary Islands · Spain
Puntagorda is a small town in Canary Islands, Spain with a population of 1,659. Elevation: 2,238 ft (682 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Puntagorda
Puntagorda is a village and a municipality in the northwestern part of the island of La Palma, Canary Islands, Spain. It is situated 23 km northwest of Santa Cruz de la Palma. The municipality consists of a number of small villages, total population 2,057 (2013). The area is 31.10 km2. The elevation of the village is around 700 m. The elevation of the municipality ranges from sea level to over 2000 m.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 1,659 |
| Population Density | 72 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,238 ft (682 m) |
| Coordinates | 28.7749°, -17.9774° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Canary |
| Country | 🇪🇸 Spain |
| State / Province | Canary Islands |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.5 inches (420 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $33,493 |
| Median Age | 44.9 years |
About Puntagorda
Puntagorda is a small town in Spain (Canary Islands) with a population of 1,659. The city sits at an elevation of 2,238 feet (682 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.5 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Canary.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Puntagorda vs Spain Average
Income: Puntagorda vs Spain
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Income
| Median HH Income | $33,493 |
| 55% below Spain avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 126 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Puntagorda
Puntagorda has an average annual temperature of 21°C (70°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.2°C), the coldest is Feb (18.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 331 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.3°F |
| 10% above Spain avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,238 ft (682 m) |
| Area | 23.0 sq mi (59.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 72/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.7749°N, 17.9774°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Canary |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.5 m (2 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2020 | VALLE GRAN REY, LA GOMERA ISLAND | Meteorological | 0.5 m | — | 100 km |
| 1706 | TENERIFE, CANARY ISLANDS | Astronomical | — | — | 142 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: La Palma (27 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| La Palma | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,426 m (7,959 ft) | 1971 | 27 km |
| Hierro | Shield | 1,500 m (4,921 ft) | 2012 | 116 km |
| Tenerife | Stratovolcano | 3,715 m (12,188 ft) | 1909 | 142 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
Puntagorda has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 53°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 16.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.1") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Puntagorda
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto de Educación Secundaria Puntagorda | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Puntagorda
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benehauno - Centro de interpretación de petroglifos | ||||
| Casa Luján | ||||
| Casa Museo del Vino | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación de la Bajada de la Virgen | ||||
| Centro de Visitantes del Parque Arqueológico de El Tendal | ||||
| Destilerías Aldea | ||||
| El Museo de la Educación “Germán González González” | ||||
| espacio de arte | ||||
| Las Hilanderas Museo de Seda | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico Benahorita | ||||
| Museo Camarin de la Virgen de las Nieves | ||||
| Museo Casa Roja | ||||
| Museo de Interpretación del Gofio (MIGO) | ||||
| Museo de la Fiesta de las Cruces | ||||
| Museo del Mojo | ||||
| Museo del Platano | ||||
| Museo del Puro Palmero | ||||
| Museo etnografico | ||||
| Museo Insular de Bellas Artes, Ciencias Naturales y Etnografía | ||||
| Museo Naval (Barco) | ||||
| Parque Arqueologico de Belmaco | ||||
| Urcéolo | ||||
| Volcanic Caves Interpretation Center "Caños de Fuego" |
Libraries in Puntagorda
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Internacional en Lengua Alemana BILA | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Alonso Pérez Díaz | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Barlovento | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Teatro | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Real Sociedad Cosmológica | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Municipal de Puntagorda | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Hemeroteca Juan Régulo Pérez | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Puntagorda
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agromercado de Breña Alta | |||||
| Mercadillo del Agricultor y Artensanal | |||||
| Mercadillo del Agricultor y Artesanal El Paso | |||||
| Mercadillo Municipal de Puntallana | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Santa Cruz de La Palma | |||||
| Plaza de Sotomayor |
Restaurants in Puntagorda
7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Puntagorda
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Puntagorda
3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Puntagorda
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Puntagorda
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Puntagorda
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Puntagorda
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Puntagorda
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isla Verde |
Stadiums & Teams in Puntagorda
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Puntagorda
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Palma Airport | SPC | Medium Airport |
Treatment Centers in Puntagorda
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Alzheimer |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Puntagorda
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de San Mauro Abad | |
| Nuestra Señora del Carmen | |
| San Mauro de Abad |
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32 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Puntagorda?
Puntagorda has a population of 1,659 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 72 people per square mile, spread across 23.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Puntagorda 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 Puntagorda?
Puntagorda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.5 inches.
How is the job market in Puntagorda?
There are 126 business establishments in the area.