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Ribeira Grande, Portugal
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Ribeira Grande is a small city in Azores, Portugal with a population of 5,198. Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ribeira Grande
Ribeira Grande is a municipality in the northern part of the island of São Miguel in the Portuguese Azores. The population in 2011 was 32,112, in an area of 180.15 km2. The municipal seat is located in the civil parish of Matriz, with a population of about 4000 inhabitants, part of the urbanized core of what is commonly referred to as the city of Ribeira Grande.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,198 |
| Population Density | 2,395 / sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.5167°, -28.7000° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Azores |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Azores |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.0 inches (1,346 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ribeira Grande
Ribeira Grande is a small city in Portugal (Azores) with a population of 5,198. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.0 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Azores.
Climate in Ribeira Grande
Ribeira Grande has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1055 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.9°F |
| 13% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 240 days/yr |
Geography
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,395/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.5167°N, 28.7000°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 | — | 54 km |
| 1980 | AZORES | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 69 | 86 km |
| 1757 | AZORES | Earthquake | — | 1,053 | 56 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Fayal (10 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Fayal | Stratovolcano | 1,043 m (3,422 ft) | 1958 | 10 km |
| Pico | Stratovolcano | 2,351 m (7,713 ft) | 1720 | 27 km |
| Graciosa | Stratovolcano | 402 m (1,319 ft) | -1950 | 85 km |
| Terceira | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,023 m (3,356 ft) | 2000 | 122 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 7.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 5.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 56°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 5.5 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 6.4 in |
Ribeira Grande has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 54°F in February to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 53.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.0") and July the driest (1.9").
Schools in Ribeira Grande
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Básica e Jardim de Infância da Feteira | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Ribeira Grande
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atafona do Calço | ||||
| Capelinhos Volcano Interpretation Centre | ||||
| Casa das Aves Marinhas dos Açores | ||||
| Casa dos Botes | ||||
| Casa Etnográfica | ||||
| Casa Manuel de Arriaga | ||||
| Casa Rural Típica | ||||
| Dabney's House | ||||
| Horta Museum | ||||
| Museu da ALRAA | ||||
| Museu de Arte Sacra da Horta | ||||
| Museu de Cachalotes e Lulas | ||||
| Museu do Vinho do Pico | ||||
| Núcleo Expositivo das Bicas | ||||
| Observatório do Mar dos Açores | ||||
| Porto Pim Aquarium - Live Fish Station | ||||
| Scrimshaw Museum |
Libraries in Ribeira Grande
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auditório Municipal e Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública e Arquivo Regional João José da Graça | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ribeira Grande
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marcado Municipal da Madalena | |||||
| Mercado de Peixe | |||||
| Mercado Municipal da Horta | |||||
| Mercado Municipal da Madalena |
Restaurants in Ribeira Grande
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ribeira Grande
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ribeira Grande
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ribeira Grande
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Graciosa Airport | GRW | Medium Airport |
| Horta Airport | HOR | Medium Airport |
| Pico Airport | PIX | Medium Airport |
| São Jorge Airport | SJZ | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ribeira Grande
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Igreja ao Divino Espírito Santo | |
| Império das Grotas | |
| Império de São Pedro | |
| Império do Divino Espírito Santo da Atalaia | |
| Império do Divino Espírito Santo da Caridade da Feteira | |
| Império do Divino Espírito Santo do Farrobim |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Portugal
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Ribeira Grande?
Ribeira Grande has a population of 5,198 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 2,395 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ribeira Grande?
Ribeira Grande enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.0 inches.