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Alcântara, Brazil
Maranhão · Brazil
Alcântara is a small city in Maranhão, Brazil with a population of 18,467. Elevation: 105 ft (32 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 18,467 |
| Population Density | 30 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.4041°, -44.4167° |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Maranhão |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 74.6 inches (1,894 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,280 |
About Alcântara
Alcântara is a small city in Brazil (Maranhão) with a population of 18,467. The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet (32 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.6 inches. The timezone is America/Fortaleza.
Income: Alcântara vs Brazil
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Income
| Median HH Income | $1,280 |
| 98% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 314 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Alcântara
Alcântara has an average annual temperature of 28°C (82°F). The hottest month is Oct (28.8°C), the coldest is Mar (27.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 2132 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.3°F |
| 49% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 207 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Area | 610.9 sq mi (1,582.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 30/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.4041°N, 44.4167°W |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 7.3 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 11.3 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 13.9 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 14.8 in | Wettest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 11.3 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 2.4 in |
Alcântara has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 80°F in July to 81°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 74.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (14.8") and October the driest (0.2").
Schools in Alcântara
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EM - Deputado Saboia | - | - | - | - |
| EM - Barão de Grajau | - | - | - | - |
| EM Senador Archer | - | - | - | - |
| EM Deputado Saboia | - | - | - | - |
| EM Santo Antônio | - | - | - | - |
| EM Apolinario Antonio Ribeiro | - | - | - | - |
| EM Santa Tereza | - | - | - | - |
| CETI - Professor Aquiles Batista Vieira | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Municipal Inácio de Viveiros Raposo | - | - | - | - |
| Unidade Integrada Presidente John Kennedy | - | - | - | - |
| EM Deputado Saboia | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Alcântara
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rádio Nacional São Luís | brazilian, mpb | AAC 119 kbps |
Museums in Alcântara
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cafuá das Mercês (Museu do Negro) | ||||
| Casa de Cultura Aeroespacial | ||||
| Casa de Nhozinho | ||||
| Casa do Divino | ||||
| Casa do Maranhão | ||||
| Casa do Negro Cosme | ||||
| Casa do Tambor de Crioula | ||||
| Centro de Cultura Domingos Vieira Filho | ||||
| Convento das Mercês - Fundação da Memória Republicana Brasileira | ||||
| Estádio Gilzão | ||||
| Galeria Chão | ||||
| Memorial em homenagem à Maria Aragão | ||||
| Morada das Artes | ||||
| Museu da Memória Áudio Visual do Maranhão | ||||
| Museu de Arte e História da Maçonaria | ||||
| Museu do Reggae Maranhão | ||||
| Museu Histórico de Alcântara | ||||
| Museu Histórico e Artistico do Maranhao | ||||
| Palácio Cristo Rei | ||||
| Posto Internacional | ||||
| Quebradeiras de Coco Babaçu (Casa Palmeira de Babaçu Dada e Dijé) | ||||
| Sítio do Físico |
Libraries in Alcântara
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Benedito Leite | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Central | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Central da UEMA | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Governador Ribamar Fiquene | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal José Sarney | 0.0 | |||||
| Farol da educação | 0.0 | |||||
| Farol da Educação | 0.0 | |||||
| Farol da Educação João Mohana | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Alcântara
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antigo Mercado Municipal | |||||
| CEASA | |||||
| Centro Comercial Informal de São Luís | |||||
| Comercial Filó | |||||
| Comercial Filó | |||||
| Comercial Jesus Maria e José | |||||
| Comercial Jesus Maria e José | |||||
| Comercial Princesa | |||||
| Comercial Princesa | |||||
| Comercial Rocha | |||||
| Comercial Rocha | |||||
| Entreposto Pesqueiro | |||||
| Feira da Cidade Operária | |||||
| Feira da Macaúba | |||||
| Feira da Mauro Fecury | |||||
| Feira da Mauro Fecury | |||||
| Feira da Praia Grande | |||||
| Feira da Praia Grande | |||||
| Feira da Vila Embratel | |||||
| Feira da Vila Palmeira | |||||
| Feira do Anjo da Guarda | |||||
| Feira do Bairro de fátima | |||||
| Feira do Bom Jesus | |||||
| feira do joão paulo | |||||
| Feira do Maiobão | |||||
| Feira do Mangueirão | |||||
| Feira do São Bernardo | |||||
| Feira livre | |||||
| Feira Municipal do Vinhais | |||||
| Mercado Central de São Luís | |||||
| Mercado do Coroadinho | |||||
| Mercado do Monte Castelo | |||||
| Mercado do Peixe | |||||
| Mercado do Santo Antônio | |||||
| Mercado do São Francisco | |||||
| Mercado do Tirirical | |||||
| Mercado do Vinhais | |||||
| Mercado Municipal da COHAB | |||||
| Mercado Municipal da Liberdade | |||||
| Mercado Municipal da Vicente Fialho | |||||
| Ocram Adesivos & Lonas | |||||
| Real Clima Refrigeração | |||||
| Real Clima Refrigeração |
Hotels in Alcântara
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Alcântara
13 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Alcântara
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Alcântara
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Alcântara
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Alcântara
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Alcântara
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport | SLZ | Large Airport |
| Alcântara Space Center Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Antônio Guerreiro Airport | GMS | Small Airport |
| CAVU - Clube de Aviação Ultraleve Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Coronel Alexandre Raposo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cururupu Airport | CPU | Small Airport |
| Monte das Oliveiras (Comandante Sérgio) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pinheiro Airport | PHI | Small Airport |
| São Bento Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Alcântara
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correios |
Treatment Centers in Alcântara
9 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Saúde Cohab Anil I | ||
| Centro Especializado em Reabilitação | ||
| Clínica SEMEP | ||
| FisioCorpore | ||
| Instituto de Reomatologia | ||
| Instituto de Reumatologia | ||
| Le Petit - Núcleo de Desenvolvimento de Reabilitação Infantil | ||
| Nova Clínica Centro | ||
| Osteo Clínica |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alcântara
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assembleia de Deus | |
| Capela das Mercês | |
| Igreja do Carmo | |
| Igreja do Desterro | |
| Igreja do Evangelho Quadrangular | |
| Igreja Nossa Senhora do Rosário dos Pretos | |
| Parroquia Descristo |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Alcântara
What is the population of Alcântara?
Alcântara has a population of 18,467 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 610.9 square miles.
Is Alcântara expensive to live in?
The median household income is $1,280, 98% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Alcântara?
Alcântara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 74.6 inches.
How is the job market in Alcântara?
There are 314 business establishments in the area.