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São Marcos da Serra, Portugal
Faro · Portugal
São Marcos da Serra is a small town in Faro, Portugal with a population of 1,352. Elevation: 377 ft (115 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About São Marcos da Serra
São Marcos da Serra, also known simply as São Marcos, is a village and the seat of the homonymous civil parish in the municipality of Silves, in Algarve region, Portugal. The population of the entire civil parish in 2011 was 1,352, in an area of 166.07 km2.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,352 |
| Population Density | 23 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 377 ft (115 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.3610°, -8.3776° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Faro |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.3 inches (566 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About São Marcos da Serra
São Marcos da Serra is a small town in Portugal (Faro) with a population of 1,352. The city sits at an elevation of 377 feet (115 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 377 ft (115 m) |
| Area | 59.8 sq mi (154.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.3610°N, 8.3776°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 18.3 m (60 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1755 | LISBON | Earthquake | 18.3 m | 50,000 | 149 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
São Marcos da Serra has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 51°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 22.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.0") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in São Marcos da Serra
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Básica de São Marcos da Serra | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near São Marcos da Serra
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alvor FM | pop, top 40 | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Lagoa | local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RUA FM | electric, groove | MP3 | |
| TLA Rádio | local music, world music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in São Marcos da Serra
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa da Cultura Islâmica e Mediterrânica | ||||
| Casa-Museu João de Deus | ||||
| Consciencia | ||||
| Museu Arqueológico e Etnográfico Manuel Vicente Guerreiro | ||||
| Museu Casa Rosa | ||||
| Museu da Cortiça | ||||
| Museu Diogo Gonçalves | ||||
| Museu do Traje e das Tradições | ||||
| Portimao Museum | ||||
| Silves Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Studio Bongard |
Libraries in São Marcos da Serra
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arquivo Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Arquivo Municipal de Lagoa | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Portimão | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Silves | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in São Marcos da Serra
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado da Guia | |||||
| Mercado de Alte | |||||
| Mercado de Pêra | |||||
| Mercado de Tunes | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Munícipal das Ferreiras | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Alvor | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Lagoa | |||||
| Mercado Municipal do Algoz | |||||
| Municipal Market Silves |
Hotels in São Marcos da Serra
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in São Marcos da Serra
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in São Marcos da Serra
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in São Marcos da Serra
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in São Marcos da Serra
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in São Marcos da Serra
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in São Marcos da Serra
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerveja Artesanal Marafada | ||||
| Cerveja Marafada |
Stadiums & Teams in São Marcos da Serra
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near São Marcos da Serra
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Faro - Gago Coutinho International Airport | FAO | Large Airport |
| Beja Airport / Airbase | BYJ | Medium Airport |
| Portimão Airport | PRM | Medium Airport |
| Aerodromo de Daroeira | — | Small Airport |
| Aérodromo de Ferreira do Alentejo | — | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Figueira dos Cavaleiros | — | Small Airport |
| Aerodromo de Ourique | — | Small Airport |
| Beja Civil Airfield UL | — | Small Airport |
| Lagos Airfield ULM | — | Small Airport |
| Martim Longo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pista da Herdade da Zambujeira UL | — | Small Airport |
| Pista da Torre Vã | — | Small Airport |
| Pista do Belo | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in São Marcos da Serra
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Posto de Correios |
Churches & Religious Organizations in São Marcos da Serra
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Igreja Paroquial de São Marcos da Serra |
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Public Holidays in Portugal
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of São Marcos da Serra?
São Marcos da Serra has a population of 1,352 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 59.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in São Marcos da Serra?
São Marcos da Serra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.3 inches.