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Urzelina, Portugal

Azores · Portugal

Urzelina is a small town in Azores, Portugal with a population of 902. Elevation: 233 ft (71 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

902 Population 96/sq mi density
233 ft Elevation 71 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 16°C
52.8 in Annual Rain
Atlantic / Azores Timezone

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People

Population902
Density96/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
Rain52.8 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation233 ft (71 m)
Population902
Population Density96 / sq mi
Elevation233 ft (71 m)
Coordinates38.6500°, -28.1333°
TimezoneAtlantic/Azores
Country🇵🇹 Portugal
State / ProvinceAzores
Average Temperature62°F (16°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation52.8 inches (1,342 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Urzelina

Urzelina is a small town in Portugal (Azores) with a population of 902. The city sits at an elevation of 233 feet (71 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.8 inches. The timezone is Atlantic/Azores.

Urzelina enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 233 feet.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above Portugal avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Geography

Elevation233 ft (71 m)
Area9.4 sq mi (24.4 km²)
Population Density96/sq mi
Coordinates38.6500°N, 28.1333°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Azores

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.8"
39% above Portugal avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.69"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.93"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

73 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.4 on Mar 25, 2025.

Jul 9, 1998 12 km N of Horta, Portugal M6.2 43 km
Jun 27, 1997 50 km SE of Porto Martins, Portugal M5.9 131 km
Jan 11, 2021 69 km NW of Castelo Branco, Portugal M5.4 110 km
Jan 20, 1993 49 km W of Castelo Branco, Portugal M5.4 100 km
Jun 27, 1997 51 km SE of Porto Judeu, Portugal M5.2 126 km
Aug 1, 2000 39 km NW of Castelo Branco, Portugal M5.1 78 km
Jun 28, 1997 45 km SE of Porto Judeu, Portugal M5.1 121 km
Jan 12, 1993 45 km WSW of Castelo Branco, Portugal M5.0 98 km
Jan 28, 1993 46 km W of Castelo Branco, Portugal M4.9 97 km
Aug 27, 1997 69 km SE of Porto Martins, Portugal M4.9 147 km
Mar 24, 1996 53 km SE of Porto Martins, Portugal M4.9 135 km
Jan 14, 2024 4 km W of Fonte Bastardo, Portugal M4.9 87 km
Jun 14, 2015 37 km WNW of Castelo Branco, Portugal M4.8 85 km
Feb 23, 1998 80 km NW of Castelo Branco, Portugal M4.8 115 km
Jun 28, 1997 49 km SSE of Porto Judeu, Portugal M4.8 122 km
Apr 30, 2015 49 km WNW of Castelo Branco, Portugal M4.7 97 km
Jul 11, 1998 9 km WSW of Castelo Branco, Portugal M4.7 61 km
Feb 15, 1993 42 km W of Castelo Branco, Portugal M4.7 95 km
Jun 28, 1997 55 km SSE of Porto Martins, Portugal M4.7 131 km
Feb 16, 1993 73 km NW of Castelo Branco, Portugal M4.7 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1.

Year Name Category Closest
2012 Gordon Category 1 284 km
2006 Gordon Category 1 117 km
1998 Ivan Category 1 231 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 28 km
1980 AZORES Earthquake 0.4 m 69 34 km
1757 AZORES Earthquake 1,053 5 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Pico (31 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Pico Stratovolcano 2,351 m (7,713 ft) 1720 31 km
Graciosa Stratovolcano 402 m (1,319 ft) -1950 44 km
Fayal Stratovolcano 1,043 m (3,422 ft) 1958 52 km
Terceira Stratovolcano(es) 1,023 m (3,356 ft) 2000 71 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 6.7 in Wettest
February 55°F (13°C) 5.2 in Coldest
March 56°F (13°C) 5.0 in
April 57°F (14°C) 3.8 in
May 60°F (15°C) 3.3 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.3 in
July 68°F (20°C) 1.9 in Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 2.7 in Warmest
September 69°F (20°C) 4.3 in
October 64°F (18°C) 5.5 in
November 61°F (16°C) 5.9 in
December 58°F (14°C) 6.3 in

Urzelina has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 55°F in February to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 52.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.7") and July the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Urzelina

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escola Básica da Urzelina
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Radio Stations near Urzelina

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Rádio Antena Nove hits, local news MP3 128 kbps
Rádio Pico MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Urzelina

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Arts and Marine Science Center
Casa Museu Cunha da Silveira
Casa Rural
Edificio SOL
Museu da Calheta
Museu Francisco de Lacerda
Museu Marítimo e de Construção Naval
Núcleo Museológico da Ponta
Whaling Industry's Museum
Whaling Industry's Museum

Libraries in Urzelina

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Hotels in Urzelina

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

A Quinta
Quinta dos Misterios

Restaurants in Urzelina

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

A Quinta
café Manezinho
Mares Vivas
O Amílcar
O Castelinho
Restaurante Maré Viva
Restaurante Urzelina

Cafes in Urzelina

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bota que tem
Café Esperança
Docilha

Gas Stations in Urzelina

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Azoria

Stadiums & Teams in Urzelina

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Airports Near Urzelina

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Graciosa AirportGRWMedium Airport
Horta AirportHORMedium Airport
Pico AirportPIXMedium Airport
São Jorge AirportSJZMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Urzelina

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capela de São José
Ermida de Nossa Senhora da Auxiliadora
Igreja de Santa Bárbara
Igreja de Santo António
Igreja de São Mateus

Quick Facts

Timezone
Atlantic/Azores

🇵🇹 About Portugal

Capital Lisbon
Population 10,281,762
Area 92,391 km²
GDP (USD) $292,323,800,949
GDP per capita $27,635
HDI 0.874
Life expectancy 82.3 years
Internet users 85.8%
Urban population 61.2%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages Portuguese
Calling code +351
TLD .pt
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Portugal

17 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Ano Novo
Feb 17 Carnival Carnaval
Apr 3 Good Friday Sexta-feira Santa
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo de Páscoa
Apr 25 Freedom Day Dia da Liberdade
May 1 Labour Day Dia do Trabalhador
Jun 1 Azores Day Dia dos Açores
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Corpo de Deus
Jun 10 National Day Dia de Portugal, de Camões e das Comunidades Portuguesas
Jul 1 Madeira Day Dia da Madeira
Aug 15 Assumption Day Assunção de Nossa Senhora
Oct 5 Republic Day Implantação da República
Nov 1 All Saints Day Dia de Todos-os-Santos
Dec 1 Restoration of Independence Restauração da Independência
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Imaculada Conceição
Dec 25 Christmas Day Natal
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Primeira Oitava

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Frequently Asked Questions About Urzelina

What is the population of Urzelina?

Urzelina has a population of 902 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 96 people per square mile, spread across 9.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Urzelina?

Urzelina enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.8 inches.

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