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Santo António, Portugal
Madeira · Portugal
Santo António is a small city in Madeira, Portugal with a population of 25,940. Elevation: 768 ft (234 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santo António
Santo António, also known as Santo António do Príncipe, is the main settlement of the island of Príncipe in São Tomé and Príncipe. It lies on the north east coast. It is the capital of the Autonomous Region of Príncipe. Its population is 2,620 (2012), about 35% of the island's population. The town is known for its colonial architecture and for its churches: Church of Our Lady of the Conception and Church of Our Lady of the Rosary. The town is also known for the Auto das Floripes play, which is performed by the citizens.
People
Climate
| Population | 25,940 |
| Population Density | 3,030 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 768 ft (234 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.6614°, -16.9348° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Madeira |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Madeira |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.2 inches (640 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santo António
Santo António is a small city in Portugal (Madeira) with a population of 25,940. The city sits at an elevation of 768 feet (234 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.2 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Madeira.
Climate in Santo António
Santo António has an average annual temperature of 20.1°C (68°F). The hottest month is Aug (24°C), the coldest is Feb (17°C). Average annual precipitation is 591 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 768 ft (234 m) |
| Area | 8.6 sq mi (22.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,030/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.6614°N, 16.9348°W |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Madeira |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1930 | MADEIRA ISLAND | Meteorological | 5.0 m | 19 | 6 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Madeira (8 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Madeira | Shield | 1,862 m (6,109 ft) | -4500 | 8 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 3.6 in | |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
Santo António has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 59°F in February to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Santo António
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Básica com Pré-escolar de Santo António e Curral das Freiras | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Primária do Tanque | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto para a Qualificação IP-RAM - Centro de Formação Profissional da Madeira | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica do 1º ciclo com pré-escolar e creche de Santo Amaro | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica do 1º ciclo com pré-escolar da Ladeira | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Básica do Boliqueime | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Santo António
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cantinho dos Emigrantes | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Antena 3 Madeira (Portugal) | antena 1, madeira | AAC 166 kbps | |
| Rádio Calheta | - | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Santo António
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arquivo e História Adelino Rodrigues | ||||
| Art Center Caravel | ||||
| Blandy's Wine Lodge | ||||
| Casa Museu Frederico de Freitas | ||||
| casa-museu Dr. Horácio Bento de Gouveia | ||||
| Centro de Ciência Viva | ||||
| Centro Núcleo dos Dragoeiros das Neves | ||||
| Confeitaria Felisberta | ||||
| Design Center Nini Andrade Silva | ||||
| Electricity Museum | ||||
| Embroidery Museum | ||||
| Engenho da cana de açucar | ||||
| Etnografico | ||||
| Immersive Museum of Madeira | ||||
| Instituto do Vinho da Madeira | ||||
| Madeira Optics Museum | ||||
| Madeira Printing Press Museum | ||||
| Madeira Story Centre | ||||
| Mudas - Museu de Arte Contemporânea | ||||
| Museu CR7 | ||||
| Museu da Baleia | ||||
| Museu da Quinta das Cruzes | ||||
| Museu da Vinha e do Vinho | ||||
| Museu de Arte Sacra | ||||
| Museu Etnográfico da Madeira | ||||
| Museu Família Teixeira | ||||
| Museu Henrique e Francisco Franco | ||||
| Museu Militar da Madeira | ||||
| Museu Monte Palace | ||||
| Museum of Natural History | ||||
| Natural History Museum of Funchal | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico - Rota da Cal | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico da Cidade do Açúcar | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico do Palácio de São Lourenço | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico do Solar do Ribeirinho | ||||
| Solar do Aposento | ||||
| Universo de Memórias João Carlos Abreu | ||||
| Vicentes Photography Museum |
Libraries in Santo António
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arquivo Regional | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca "Feiticeiro do Norte" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Casa das Mudas | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca do arco | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Calouste Gulbenkian de Santa Cruz | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal da Ribeira Brava | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal do Caniço | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal do Funchal | 0.0 | |||||
| Fundaçao Calouste Gulbenkian | 0.0 | |||||
| Hotel Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Livraria Paulinas | 0.0 | |||||
| UMa Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santo António
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadinho da Camacha | |||||
| Mercadinho do Chafariz | |||||
| Mercado Agrícola do Santo da Serra | |||||
| Mercado da Penteada | |||||
| Mercado de Santa Cruz | |||||
| Mercado dos Lavradores | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Câmara de Lobos | |||||
| Mercearia | |||||
| Parque de Feiras |
Hotels in Santo António
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Santo António
23 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Santo António
20 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Santo António
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Santo António
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Santo António
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Santo António
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Santo António
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Santo António
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Santo António
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Santo António
3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Santo António
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Empresa de Cervejas da Madeira |
Stadiums & Teams in Santo António
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santo António
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cristiano Ronaldo International Airport | FNC | Large Airport |
| Porto Santo Airport | PXO | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Santo António
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| CTT | |
| CTT Santo António |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santo António
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela de Apresentação de Maria | |
| Capela de Nossa Senhora da Luz | |
| Capela de Santo Amaro | |
| Igreja da Casa de Saúde de São João de Deus | |
| Igreja da Casa de Saúde de São João de Deus | |
| Igreja de Santo Amaro | |
| Igreja de Santo António | |
| Igreja dos Álamos |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Portugal
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What is the population of Santo António?
Santo António has a population of 25,940 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 3,030 people per square mile, spread across 8.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santo António?
Santo António 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 69°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.2 inches.