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São Sebastião, Portugal
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São Sebastião is a small town in Azores, Portugal with a population of 2,096. Elevation: 509 ft (155 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About São Sebastião
São Sebastião is a parish in the municipality of Ponta Delgada in the Azores. The population in 2011 was 3,953, in an area of 3.34 km2. The parish is part of the downtown area of Ponta Delgada. Until June 30, 2003, the parish was known as Matriz.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,096 |
| Population Density | 609 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 509 ft (155 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.6658°, -27.0898° |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Azores |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Azores |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.5 inches (1,106 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About São Sebastião
São Sebastião is a small town in Portugal (Azores) with a population of 2,096. The city sits at an elevation of 509 feet (155 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.5 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Azores.
Climate in São Sebastião
São Sebastião 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 | 65.9°F |
| 22% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 509 ft (155 m) |
| Area | 3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 609/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.6658°N, 27.0898°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 | — | 93 km |
| 1980 | AZORES | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 69 | 58 km |
| 1757 | AZORES | Earthquake | — | 1,053 | 86 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Terceira (21 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Terceira | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,023 m (3,356 ft) | 2000 | 21 km |
| Graciosa | Stratovolcano | 402 m (1,319 ft) | -1950 | 86 km |
| Pico | Stratovolcano | 2,351 m (7,713 ft) | 1720 | 116 km |
| Fayal | Stratovolcano | 1,043 m (3,422 ft) | 1958 | 143 km |
| Sete Cidades | Stratovolcano | 856 m (2,808 ft) | 1880 | 145 km |
| Picos Volcanic System | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 350 m (1,148 ft) | 1652 | 158 km |
| Agua de Pau | Stratovolcano | 947 m (3,107 ft) | 1564 | 173 km |
| Furnas | Stratovolcano | 805 m (2,641 ft) | 1630 | 184 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 5.3 in | |
| February | 60°F (15°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 5.1 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
São Sebastião has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 60°F in February to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (1.5").
Schools in São Sebastião
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Básica Integrada Francisco Ferreira Drumond | — | — | — | — |
Museums in São Sebastião
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa dos Botes - núcleo museológico e clube naval de São Mateus da Calheta | ||||
| Casa-Museu Vitorino Nemésio | ||||
| 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 São Sebastião
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| 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 São Sebastião
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Duque de Bragança | |||||
| Mercado Praia da Vitória | |||||
| Small Market |
Restaurants in São Sebastião
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in São Sebastião
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in São Sebastião
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerveja Brianda |
Stadiums & Teams in São Sebastião
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near São Sebastião
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lajes Airport | TER | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in São Sebastião
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ermida de Maria Vieira | |
| Igreja Mayor de São Sebastião |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Portugal
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of São Sebastião?
São Sebastião has a population of 2,096 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 609 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in São Sebastião?
São Sebastião enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.5 inches.