Santa Cruz da Graciosa
City in Açores, Portugal
Overview
Santa Cruz da Graciosa is a picturesque town set on the island of Graciosa in the Azores, Portugal. Known for its peaceful pace, historical architecture, and stunning coastal scenery, the city is a gateway to exploring volcanic landscapes and authentic Azorean culture. With friendly locals and a small-town feel, it's perfect for a relaxed island getaway.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Portugal
Autonomous Region
Açores
Population
1,776
Time Zone
Atlantic/Azores
Coordinates
39.05°, -28.00°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
95
Food Safety
92
Monthly Cost
$1,383
Local Cost
$905
Local Income
$950
Cashless
45
English
55
Temperature
18.1°C
Summer Avg
20.9°C
Winter Avg
15.7°C
Record High
25.6°C
Record Low
10.1°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
743 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
1
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
GRW
Distance
5 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 54/100.