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Santa Bárbara, Portugal
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Santa Bárbara is a small town in Azores, Portugal with a population of 1,274. Elevation: 581 ft (177 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Bárbara
Terra Chã is a civil parish in the municipality of Angra do Heroísmo on the island of Terceira in the Portuguese Azores. The population in 2011 was 2,915, in an area of 10.07 km2.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,274 |
| Population Density | 201 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 581 ft (177 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.6961°, -27.3391° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Azores |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Azores |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.1 inches (1,195 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Bárbara
Santa Bárbara is a small town in Portugal (Azores) with a population of 1,274. The city sits at an elevation of 581 feet (177 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.1 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Azores.
Climate in Santa Bárbara
Santa Bárbara 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 | 64.4°F |
| 19% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 251 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 581 ft (177 m) |
| Area | 6.3 sq mi (16.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 201/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.6961°N, 27.3391°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 | — | 74 km |
| 1980 | AZORES | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 69 | 36 km |
| 1757 | AZORES | Earthquake | — | 1,053 | 65 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Terceira (4 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Terceira | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,023 m (3,356 ft) | 2000 | 4 km |
| Graciosa | Stratovolcano | 402 m (1,319 ft) | -1950 | 65 km |
| Pico | Stratovolcano | 2,351 m (7,713 ft) | 1720 | 96 km |
| Fayal | Stratovolcano | 1,043 m (3,422 ft) | 1958 | 121 km |
| Sete Cidades | Stratovolcano | 856 m (2,808 ft) | 1880 | 164 km |
| Picos Volcanic System | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 350 m (1,148 ft) | 1652 | 178 km |
| Agua de Pau | Stratovolcano | 947 m (3,107 ft) | 1564 | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 58°F (15°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 5.5 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 5.8 in |
Santa Bárbara has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 58°F in February to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 47.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (1.7").
Schools in Santa Bárbara
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Básica e Jardim de Infância de Doze Ribeiras | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica e Jardim de Infância de Cinco Ribeiras | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica e Jardim de Infância de Santa Bárbara | — | — | — | — |
| Escola básica do miradoiro | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Santa Bárbara
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa dos Botes - núcleo museológico e clube naval de São Mateus da Calheta | ||||
| Centro de Ciência de Angra do Heroísmo | ||||
| Centro Interpretativo Da Serra De Santa Bárbara | ||||
| 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 Santa Bárbara
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Santa Bárbara
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Duque de Bragança | |||||
| Small Market |
Restaurants in Santa Bárbara
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Santa Bárbara
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Santa Bárbara
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerveja Brianda |
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Bárbara
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Bárbara
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Graciosa Airport | GRW | Medium Airport |
| Lajes Airport | TER | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Bárbara
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Igreja da Nossa Senhora dos Milagres | |
| Igreja das Doze Ribeiras | |
| Igreja de Santa Bárbara |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Portugal
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What is the population of Santa Bárbara?
Santa Bárbara has a population of 1,274 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 201 people per square mile, spread across 6.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Bárbara?
Santa Bárbara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.1 inches.