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Santa Luzia, Portugal
Faro · Portugal
Santa Luzia is a small town in Faro, Portugal with a population of 1,455. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
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About Santa Luzia
Santa Luzia is a freguesia (parish) in the municipality of Tavira. The population in 2011 was 1,455, in an area of 8.50 km2. It is considered the "capital do Polvo" or "capital of octopus" which is a local speciality.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,455 |
| Population Density | 25 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.1022°, -7.6620° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Faro |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.0 inches (507 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Luzia
Santa Luzia is a small town in Portugal (Faro) with a population of 1,455. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Climate in Santa Luzia
Santa Luzia has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.5°C), the coldest is Jan (12.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 474 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.4°F |
| 17% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 300 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 59.0 sq mi (152.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.1022°N, 7.6620°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.1 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1978 | CADIZ | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 102 km |
| 881 | CADIZ | Earthquake | — | — | 126 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
Santa Luzia has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 53°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.0") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Santa Luzia
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Básica de Santa Luzia | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santa Luzia
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiolé (ES) | — | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| Alvor FM | pop, top 40 | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Horizonte Algarve | house, top 40 | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RUA FM | electric, groove | MP3 | |
| Radio Guadiana | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Santa Luzia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arquivo Municipal | ||||
| Casa de Odeleite | ||||
| Casa do Sal | ||||
| Casa João Lúcio | ||||
| Casa Memória da N2 | ||||
| Exposição Cortiça | ||||
| Galeria de Arte e Bar | ||||
| Museu do Traje de São Brás de Alportel | ||||
| Museu Islâmico | ||||
| Museu Municipal | ||||
| Museu Municipal de Olhão | ||||
| Museu Paroqual de Moncarapacho | ||||
| Museum of the traditional tuna fishing | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico Fenício | ||||
| Tavira Science Centre |
Libraries in Santa Luzia
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Álvaro de Campos | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Dr. Manuel Francisco do Estanco Louro | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal José Mariano Gago | 0.0 | |||||
| Jornal do Algarve | 0.0 | |||||
| Professora Maria José Fraqueza | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Luzia
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feira de Vila Nova de Cacela | |||||
| Largo da Feira de Tavira | |||||
| Largo do Mercado | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado da Luz de Tavira | |||||
| Mercado de Altura | |||||
| Mercado de Estoi | |||||
| Mercado de Monte Gordo | |||||
| Mercado Mensal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal da Fuseta | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Quelfes | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de São Bras | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Tavira | |||||
| Parque de Feiras e Exposições de Tavira | |||||
| Praças de Olhão | |||||
| Praças de Olhão |
Hotels in Santa Luzia
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Santa Luzia
13 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Santa Luzia
10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Santa Luzia
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Santa Luzia
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Santa Luzia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NanoBrew Fuzeta |
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Luzia
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Luzia
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Faro - Gago Coutinho International Airport | FAO | Large Airport |
| Aerodromo de Ourique | — | Small Airport |
| Cabezas Rubias Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Courela do Outeiro Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Isla Cristina Agricultural Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mafé - Gibraleón Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Martim Longo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pista da Herdade da Zambujeira UL | — | Small Airport |
| Pista do Belo | — | Small Airport |
| Praia Verde Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Santa Luzia
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Medicina Física e Reabilitação do Sul |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Santa Luzia?
Santa Luzia has a population of 1,455 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 59.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Luzia?
Santa Luzia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.0 inches.