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Santa Cruz, Portugal
Vila Real · Portugal
Santa Cruz is a small town in Vila Real, Portugal with a population of 3,430. Elevation: 1,348 ft (411 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Cruz
Aquae Flaviae is the ancient Roman city and former bishopric of Chaves, a municipality in the Portuguese district of Vila Real.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,430 |
| Population Density | 1,212 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,348 ft (411 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.7601°, -7.4683° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Vila Real |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.8 inches (1,520 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz is a small town in Portugal (Vila Real) with a population of 3,430. The city sits at an elevation of 1,348 feet (411 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.5°F |
| 1% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 227 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,348 ft (411 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,212/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.7601°N, 7.4683°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 8.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 6.9 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 6.1 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 7.5 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 8.8 in | Wettest |
Santa Cruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 43°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 59.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.8") and July the driest (1.0").
Schools in Santa Cruz
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Escolar de Santa Cruz/Trindade | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Primária e Creche de Faiões | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Profissional de Chaves | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica de Santo Estêvão | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica do 1º Ciclo e Jardim de Infância de Bustelo | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica de Vila Verde da Raia | — | — | — | — |
| Externato "O Pinguim" | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santa Cruz
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rádio Valdevez | local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Montalegre | local music, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Universidade FM | local music, student | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Santa Cruz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa do Vinho de Valpaços | ||||
| Casa dos Candeias - Museu Vivo | ||||
| Casa Museu João Vieira | ||||
| Museo Nelson Zumel | ||||
| Museu da Região Flaviense | ||||
| Museu de Arte Sacra da Região Flaviense | ||||
| Museu Militar | ||||
| Museu Rural da Castanha | ||||
| Museu Termas Romanas de Chaves | ||||
| Museum of Contemporary Arts Nadir Afonso | ||||
| Núcleo de Chaves do Museu Ferroviário | ||||
| Parque Arqueológico do Vale do Terva |
Libraries in Santa Cruz
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca do Hospital Comarcal de Verín | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Chaves | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Oímbra | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Verín | 0.0 | |||||
| Bilbioteca Municipal de Valpaços | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Cruz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Carrazedo de Montenegro | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Valpaços | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Vidago | |||||
| Recinto da Feira de Valpaços |
Hotels in Santa Cruz
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Santa Cruz
7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Santa Cruz
15 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Santa Cruz
2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Santa Cruz
6 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Santa Cruz
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Santa Cruz
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Santa Cruz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monte Rei |
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Cruz
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Santa Cruz
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estación de Esquí de Manzaneda | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Santa Cruz
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vila Real Airport | VRL | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo de Antela | — | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Cabeceiras de Basto UL | — | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Chaves | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Sober | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Trasmirás | — | Small Airport |
| Base aérea de Verín-Oímbra | — | Small Airport |
| Chaira Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Corvachã Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mirandela Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Pista do Minhéu | — | Small Airport |
| Urros ULM | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Santa Cruz
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| CTT |
Treatment Centers in Santa Cruz
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Chaves Termas & SPA | ||
| FisioFlaviae |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Cruz
45 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela da Senhora Paz das Almas | |
| Capela de Jesus Crucificado | |
| Capela de Nossa Senhora da Assunção | |
| Capela de Nossa Senhora da Portela | |
| Capela de Nossa Senhora das Brotas | |
| Capela de Nossa Senhora das Necessidades | |
| Capela de Nossa Senhora do Rosário | |
| Capela de S. Pedro | |
| Capela de Santa Bárbara | |
| Capela de Santa Catarina | |
| Capela de Santa Cruz | |
| Capela de Santa Marinha | |
| Capela de Santiago | |
| Capela de Santiago | |
| Capela de Santo Estêvão | |
| Capela de Săo Caetano | |
| Capela de São José | |
| Capela de São Martinho em Faiões | |
| Capela de São Mateus | |
| Capela de São Nicolau |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Portugal
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz has a population of 3,430 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 1,212 people per square mile, spread across 2.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 227 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.8 inches.