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Porto da Cruz
City in Madeira, Portugal
Overview
Porto da Cruz is a picturesque village on Madeira's north coast, renowned for its rugged coastline, volcanic beaches, and serene rural charm. Its small population and breathtaking scenery make it ideal for travelers seeking relaxation, outdoor adventure, and authentic local life.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Portugal
Autonomous Region
Madeira
Population
2,597
Time Zone
Europe/Lisbon
Coordinates
32.77°, -16.83°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
87
LGBTQ+ Safety
75
Traffic Safety
82
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,428
Local Cost
$900
Local Income
$950
Cashless
55
English
60
Temperature
19.4°C
Summer Avg
21.4°C
Winter Avg
17.4°C
Record High
25.9°C
Record Low
12.4°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
313 mm
Internet Speed
389 Mbps
Upload
148 Mbps
Latency
3 ms
City Vibrancy
22
Coworking
0
Cafes
4
Nightlife
18
Parks
0
Transport
20
Walk Score
20
Footways
40.0
Airport
FNC
Distance
9 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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 5 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
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 75/100.
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