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Vega de Valcarce, Spain

Castille and León · Spain

Vega de Valcarce is a small town in Castille and León, Spain with a population of 802. Elevation: 2,674 ft (815 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
802 Population 12/sq mi density
2,674 ft Elevation 815 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
47.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Madrid Timezone
$33,493 Median Income
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Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$33,493 median income

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Full City Profile

People

Population802
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density12/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,493

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation2,674 ft (815 m)
Population802
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation2,674 ft (815 m)
Coordinates42.6607°, -6.9379°
TimezoneEurope/Madrid
Country🇪🇸 Spain
State / ProvinceCastille and León
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation47.5 inches (1,207 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$33,493
Median Age44.9 years

About Vega de Valcarce

Vega de Valcarce is a small town in Spain (Castille and León) with a population of 802. The city sits at an elevation of 2,674 feet (815 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Madrid.

Vega de Valcarce has a population of 802 with a density of 12 people per square mile, spread across 68.5 square miles. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

802
Total Population
12
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above Spain avg
68.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Vega de Valcarce vs Spain Average

The median household income in Vega de Valcarce is $33,493, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 61 business establishments.

Income: Vega de Valcarce vs Spain

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,493
55% below Spain avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)61

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Vega de Valcarce

Vega de Valcarce has an average annual temperature of 13.4°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jul (22°C), the coldest is Jan (5.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 640 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.4°C / 42°F 1.3° / 9.5° 74.5
Feb 7°C / 45°F 1.6° / 12.5° 51.5
Mar 10.2°C / 50°F 4° / 16.4° 52.3
Apr 12.3°C / 54°F 6.1° / 18.5° 49.3
May 15.6°C / 60°F 9° / 22.3° 50.2
Jun 19.6°C / 67°F 12.4° / 26.7° 32.6
Jul 22°C / 72°F 14.3° / 29.7° 21.5
Aug 21.8°C / 71°F 14° / 29.5° 21.4
Sep 18.4°C / 65°F 11.4° / 25.5° 42.6
Oct 13.8°C / 57°F 8.3° / 19.4° 77.7
Nov 8.7°C / 48°F 4.4° / 13° 82.2
Dec 5.6°C / 42°F 1.9° / 9.3° 83.8
Vega de Valcarce experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,674 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below Spain avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,674 ft (815 m)
Area68.5 sq mi (177.4 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates42.6607°N, 6.9379°W
TimezoneEurope/Madrid

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.5"
25% above Spain avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 6.30"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

513 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M4.0 on Sep 30, 2023.

May 21, 1997 3 km NW of Becerreá, Spain M5.4 32 km
May 21, 1997 5 km NE of Becerreá, Spain M5.3 30 km
May 22, 1997 0 km E of Becerreá, Spain M5.1 28 km
Dec 24, 1995 5 km NE of Baralla, Spain M5.1 38 km
Nov 29, 1995 5 km NE of Baralla, Spain M5.0 37 km
Jun 10, 2006 12 km NNE of Castrillo de Cabrera, Spain M4.8 46 km
May 23, 1997 3 km NNW of San Román, Spain M4.7 28 km
Jan 23, 2003 4 km ENE of Villalcampo, Spain M4.5 146 km
May 22, 1997 10 km WNW of Navia de Suarna, Spain M4.5 41 km
Jul 17, 1998 7 km SSW of Santa Eulalia de Oscos, Spain M4.4 61 km
Oct 29, 1996 6 km WNW of O Incio, Spain M4.4 40 km
Jan 12, 2003 4 km ENE of Villalcampo, Spain M4.3 147 km
Feb 4, 1997 5 km NE of Baralla, Spain M4.2 37 km
Mar 31, 1998 6 km SE of Láncara, Spain M4.1 33 km
May 28, 1998 8 km W of Bande, Spain M4.1 117 km
May 22, 1997 12 km ENE of O Páramo, Spain M4.1 41 km
May 22, 1997 4 km N of Becerreá, Spain M4.1 32 km
May 23, 1997 4 km NE of Baralla, Spain M4.1 37 km
Feb 28, 2008 34 km N of El Franco, Spain M4.1 134 km
Feb 3, 1997 6 km NE of Baralla, Spain M4.1 36 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 5.7 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 4.6 in
March 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in
April 48°F (9°C) 3.9 in
May 53°F (12°C) 3.8 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
July 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in Warmest, Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.5 in
September 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in
October 52°F (11°C) 5.6 in
November 45°F (7°C) 5.9 in
December 40°F (5°C) 6.3 in Wettest

Vega de Valcarce has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 39°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.3") and July the driest (1.3").

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Radio Stations near Vega de Valcarce

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Onda Bierzo MP3 120 kbps
Onda Cero Ourense AAC 128 kbps

Museums in Vega de Valcarce

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa-Museo de Uxío Novoneyra
Centro de Interpretación de los Canales Romanos
Conxunto Etnográfico das Pallozas de San Román
Etnographic Complex of O Cebreiro
Jardín Romántico del Bierzo
La Casa de las Gentes
Museo Agrícola El Varal
Museo Arqueológico de Cacabelos
Museo de Ciencias Naturales y Etnográfico de los Padres Paúles
Museo MUNIC de Carracedelo
Palloza Museo Casa do Sesto
Palloza-museo Casa do Sesto

Libraries in Vega de Valcarce

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Axencia de Lectura Municipal Abade Ruíz de Padrón0.0
Biblioteca Municipal Florencio Delgado Gurriarán0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal das Nogais0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Becerreá0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Toural dos Vaos0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Villafranca del Bierzo0.0
Cacabelos Public Library0.0
Librería Nieto0.0

Farmers Markets in Vega de Valcarce

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Abastos
Mercado Gandeiro de Becerreá
Praza de Abastos

Hotels in Vega de Valcarce

8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casa Polín
CTR Ambasmestas
Hotel Valcarce
Las Rocas
Las Rocas
Paraíso del Bierzo
Pensión Fernández
Vega de Valcarce

Restaurants in Vega de Valcarce

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casa Charli
Casa Polín
La Pandela
Restaurante y comedor Valcarce
Rock & Roll Pizza La Portela

Cafes in Vega de Valcarce

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bar Refugio del Cazador
Café Bar Omega
Rocas

Monuments in Vega de Valcarce

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Escultura del Peregrino
Mono de madera

Castles in Vega de Valcarce

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Castillo de Sarracín

Gas Stations in Vega de Valcarce

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gasolinera Valcarce
Repsol

Banks in Vega de Valcarce

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BBVA
Santander Bank
Unicaja Banco

Breweries in Vega de Valcarce

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cerveza Belecker
Cerveza Castreña
Cerveza Ribada

Stadiums & Teams in Vega de Valcarce

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Vega de Valcarce

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Estación de Esquí de Manzaneda 0.0 $0
Estación de Esquí del Morredero 0.0 $0
Estación de esquí de Leitariegos 0.0 $0

Airports Near Vega de Valcarce

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aeródromo de la CuriscadaSmall Airport
Aeródromo de ReboiraSmall Airport
Aeródromo de SoberSmall Airport
Aeródromo de TrasmirásSmall Airport
Chaira AirfieldSmall Airport
Monforte AirfieldSmall Airport
Rosinos de la Requejada AirfieldSmall Airport
Rozas AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Vega de Valcarce

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capela de San Froilán
Capela de Santa Bárbara de Rubiais
Iglesia de San Andrés
Iglesia de San Juan Bautista
Iglesia de San Julián
Iglesia de San Pedro Apóstol de Ambasmestas
Iglesia de Santa María Magdalena
Igrexa de San Paio de San Fiz do Seo
Igrexa de San Pedro de Vilasinde
Igrexa de San Salvador de Lindoso
Igrexa de San Xoán de Ruitelán

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Madrid

🇪🇸 About Spain

Capital Madrid
Population 46,723,749
Area 504,782 km²
GDP (USD) $1,619,481,980,720
GDP per capita $33,493
HDI 0.911
Life expectancy 83.9 years
Internet users 95.5%
Urban population 80.1%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages Spanish, Catalan, Basque, Galician
Calling code +34
TLD .es
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Spain

32 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Jan 6 Epiphany Día de Reyes / Epifanía del Señor
Feb 28 Day of Andalucía Día de Andalucía
Mar 1 Day of the Balearic Islands Dia de les Illes Balears
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 6 Easter Monday Lunes de Pascua
Apr 23 Castile and León Day Día de Castilla y León
Apr 23 Day of Aragón San Jorge (Día de Aragón)
May 1 Labour Day Fiesta del trabajo
May 2 Day of Madrid Fiesta de la Comunidad de Madrid
May 17 Galician Literature Day Día das Letras Galegas
May 30 Day of the Canary Islands Día de Canarias
May 31 Day of Castilla-La Mancha Día de la Región Castilla-La Mancha
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Corpus Christi
Jun 9 Day of La Rioja Día de La Rioja
Jun 9 Day of Murcia Día de la Región de Murcia
Jun 24 St. John's Day Sant Joan
Jul 25 Santiago Apóstol Santiago Apóstol
Jul 28 Day of the Cantabrian Institutions Día de las Instituciones de Cantabria
Aug 15 Assumption Asunción
Sep 8 Day of Asturias Día de Asturias
Sep 8 Day of Extremadura Día de Extremadura
Sep 11 National Day of Catalonia Diada Nacional de Catalunya
Sep 15 Feast of Our Lady of Bien Aparecida Festividad de la Bien Aparecida
Oct 9 Day of the Valencian Community Dia de la Comunitat Valenciana
Oct 12 National Day of Spain Fiesta Nacional de España
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de todos los Santos
Dec 6 Constitution Day Día de la Constitución
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Feast of Saint Stephen

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Frequently Asked Questions About Vega de Valcarce

What is the population of Vega de Valcarce?

Vega de Valcarce has a population of 802 residents and is located in Spain. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 68.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Vega de Valcarce expensive to live in?

The median household income is $33,493, 55% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Vega de Valcarce?

Vega de Valcarce has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.5 inches.

How is the job market in Vega de Valcarce?

There are 61 business establishments in the area.

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