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Vila Praia de Âncora, Portugal
Viana do Castelo · Portugal
Vila Praia de Âncora is a small town in Viana do Castelo, Portugal with a population of 4,987. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Vila Praia de Âncora
Vila Praia de Âncora is a town and a civil parish in the municipality of Caminha in Portugal. It covers an area of 8.37 square kilometres (3.23 mi2) and had 4,623 residents as of 2021. Vila Praia de Âncora is the most populous town and parish in Caminha.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,987 |
| Population Density | 1,446 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.8110°, -8.8526° |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
| Country | 🇵🇹 Portugal |
| State / Province | Viana do Castelo |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.8 inches (1,494 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Vila Praia de Âncora
Vila Praia de Âncora is a small town in Portugal (Viana do Castelo) with a population of 4,987. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Lisbon.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.1°F |
| 6% above Portugal avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 229 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (8.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,446/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.8110°N, 8.8526°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Lisbon |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (10°C) | 8.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 6.9 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 4.6 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 6.4 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 7.1 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 8.8 in | Wettest |
Vila Praia de Âncora has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 49°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.8") and July the driest (1.1").
Schools in Vila Praia de Âncora
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ginásios da Educação da Vinci | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica de Dem | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica do 1º Ciclo de Caminha | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica do 2º e 3º Ciclo e Secundária de Caminha | — | — | — | — |
| ETAP - Escola Profissional - Vila Praia de Âncora | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica e Secundária do Vale do Âncora | — | — | — | — |
| Ancorensis Cooperativa de Ensino | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica do 1º Ciclo de Vilarelho | — | — | — | — |
| ETAP - Escola Profissional - Caminha | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica de Loução | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica do 1º Ciclo de Cruzeiro - Moledo | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica de Lage | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Básica da Breia de Cima | — | — | — | — |
| Academia de Música Fernandes Fão - Pólo de Caminha | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Vila Praia de Âncora
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rádio Amor Portugal | musica popular | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Onda Cero Vigo (ES) | — | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Fama Rádio | local news, pop music | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Rádio Cidade Hoje | local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Barca | local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Antena Minho | news, sport | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Voz do Neiva | folk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio nove3cinco | latin, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Ondas do Lima | local music, talk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RKV Radio (ES) | jazz, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Rádio Universitária do Minho | local music, world music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Geice FM | classic hits, hits | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Rádio Paralelo | indy | OGG | |
| Rádio Popular Afifense | adult contemporary, local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RadioVoz (ES) | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radio Linguas (ES) | community radio, educational | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Barcelos | news, sport | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Vila Praia de Âncora
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquamuseu do Rio Minho | ||||
| Armería de Valença do Minho | ||||
| Arte na Leira | ||||
| Casa dos Nichos | ||||
| Casa Museu Viana de Lima | ||||
| Centro de Educação Ambiental | ||||
| Centro Etnográfico Casa dos Oficios do Rosal | ||||
| Fórum Cultural de Vila Nova de Cerveira | ||||
| Geraz do Lima Carriage Museum | ||||
| Moinho de Maré das Azenhas de D. Prior | ||||
| Museo Arqueolóxico de Santa Trega | ||||
| Museo Diocesano de Tui | ||||
| Museo do Mar | ||||
| Museu Convento San Payo | ||||
| Museu de Artes Decorativas | ||||
| Museu do Bombeiro | ||||
| Museu do Traje | ||||
| Museu Ferroviário de Valença | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico de Santa Luzia | ||||
| Núcleo Museológico do Sargaço e Arqueológico do Castro de Moldes |
Libraries in Vila Praia de Âncora
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipal de Caminha | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Valença | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Tui | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal do Rosal | 0.0 | |||||
| Ludoteca de Vila Praia de Âncora | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Vila Praia de Âncora
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feira semanal | |||||
| Mercado de Cerveira | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Caminha | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Vila Praia de Âncora | |||||
| Praza de Abastos | |||||
| Praza de abastos | |||||
| Praza de Abastos | |||||
| Zona de Atividades Económicas de Darque |
Hotels in Vila Praia de Âncora
13 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Vila Praia de Âncora
62 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Vila Praia de Âncora
33 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Vila Praia de Âncora
2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Vila Praia de Âncora
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Vila Praia de Âncora
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Vila Praia de Âncora
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Vila Praia de Âncora
4 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Vila Praia de Âncora
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Vila Praia de Âncora
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Vila Praia de Âncora
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Vila Praia de Âncora
7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Vila Praia de Âncora
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Vila Praia de Âncora
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerveja Artesanal Coice | ||||
| Ribeiros Brewers |
Stadiums & Teams in Vila Praia de Âncora
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Vila Praia de Âncora
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport | OPO | Large Airport |
| Braga Municipal Aerodrome | — | Medium Airport |
| Vigo Airport | VGO | Medium Airport |
| Vilar de Luz Airfield | — | Medium Airport |
| Aerodromo do Cerval UL | — | Small Airport |
| Beariz Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Laúndos Airfield UL | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Vila Praia de Âncora
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| CTT - Correios de Caminha |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Vila Praia de Âncora
39 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela | |
| Capela da Galé | |
| Capela da Senhora da Rocha | |
| Capela de Azevedo | |
| Capela de Nossa Senhora da Agonia | |
| Capela de Nossa Senhora das Neves | |
| Capela de Nossa Senhora de Pé da Cruz | |
| Capela de Santana | |
| Capela de Santo Antão | |
| Capela de Santo Isidoro | |
| Capela de São João | |
| Capela de São Mamede | |
| Capela de São Pedro de Varais | |
| Capela de São Roque | |
| Capela Nossa Senhora da Bonança | |
| Capela Nossa Senhora do Bom Sucesso | |
| Capela Santa Luzia | |
| Capela Senhora da Ajuda | |
| Capela Sr. Socorro | |
| Casa Mortuária |
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What is the population of Vila Praia de Âncora?
Vila Praia de Âncora has a population of 4,987 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 1,446 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vila Praia de Âncora?
Vila Praia de Âncora enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.8 inches.