Elche
A community guide to Elche in Comunidad Valenciana, España.
- Population
- 234,765 residents
- Region
- Comunidad Valenciana
- Country
- España
- Coordinates
- 38.2622, -0.7011
Community and amenities
Elche offers the everyday community amenities that one would expect of a populated place in Comunidad Valenciana: places to gather, public spaces, and services that connect residents to each other and to the wider region. Educational, cultural, and recreational facilities serve the local population and reflect the priorities of Elche's residents. Visitors passing through Elche encounter a community whose character is built on the patient work of generations of locals.
Overview
Elche is a populated place in Comunidad Valenciana, España. The community supports 234,765 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Comunidad Valenciana. Its position within the broader regional network gives Elche a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Climate
The climate at Elche is milder year-round, with moderate seasonality, reflecting its location at latitude 38.26 within España. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Elche experience. Visitors planning a trip to Elche should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Geography and location
Elche sits at approximate coordinates 38.2622 latitude and -0.7011 longitude within Comunidad Valenciana. The terrain and natural features around Elche reflect those typical of its part of España, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Comunidad Valenciana road network providing the principal routes in and out.