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Alcântaras, Brazil
Ceará · Brazil
Alcântaras is a small city in Ceará, Brazil with a population of 11,369. Elevation: 2,254 ft (687 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Alcântaras
Alcântaras is a municipality in the state of Ceará in the Northeast region of Brazil.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 11,369 |
| Population Density | 185 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,254 ft (687 m) |
| Coordinates | -3.5889°, -40.5456° |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Ceará |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.0 inches (1,372 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,440 |
About Alcântaras
Alcântaras is a small city in Brazil (Ceará) with a population of 11,369. The city sits at an elevation of 2,254 feet (687 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.0 inches. The timezone is America/Fortaleza.
Income: Alcântaras vs Brazil
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $1,440 |
| 98% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 193 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Alcântaras
Alcântaras has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C (82°F). The hottest month is Oct (29.8°C), the coldest is May (25.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 904 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.0°F |
| 50% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 343 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,254 ft (687 m) |
| Area | 61.4 sq mi (159.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 185/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -3.5889°N, 40.5456°W |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 4.8 in | |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 7.4 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 12.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 12.3 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 7.2 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 1.5 in |
Alcântaras has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in March to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (12.4") and September the driest (0.1").
Schools in Alcântaras
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E.E.F. Francisco Reinaldo de Maria | — | — | — | — |
| Escola José Parsifal Barroso | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Gregório Cunha Freire | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educacional Inocência A. Freire | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Estadual Deputado Francisco de Almeida Monte | — | — | — | — |
| Escola de Educação Infantil Maria Raulino | — | — | — | — |
| Escola José Davi Portela | — | — | — | — |
| Escola José Inácio Gomes Parente de Educação Infantil e Ensino Fundamental | — | — | — | — |
| Escola José Euclides Ferreira Gomes Junior | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Alcântaras
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLUS FM SOBRAL 105.1MHz | — | MP3 |
Museums in Alcântaras
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atelie Bonitezinhas | ||||
| Atelie Bonitezinhas | ||||
| Casa do Capitão-Mor | ||||
| Casa do Capitão-Mor | ||||
| Memorial da Educação Superior de Sobral | ||||
| Memorial da Educação Superior de Sobral | ||||
| Museu do Eclipse | ||||
| Museu do Eclipse | ||||
| Museu Dom José | ||||
| Museu Dom José | ||||
| Museu Madi | ||||
| Museu Madi |
Libraries in Alcântaras
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Central | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Lustosa da Costa | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Setorial (CCH) | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Alcântaras
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Alcântaras
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Alcântaras
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Alcântaras
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Alcântaras
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Alcântaras
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Alcântaras
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Estádio Éder Venâncio |
Airports Near Alcântaras
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante Ariston Pessoa Airport | JJD | Medium Airport |
| Dr. Luciano de Arruda Coelho Regional Airport | JSO | Medium Airport |
| Cajucoco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Camocim - Pinto Martins Airport | CMC | Small Airport |
| Cialne Irauçuba Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Juá Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Vitória Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jerileve Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Luiz Aragão Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Walfrido Salmito de Almeida Airport | JSB | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Alcântaras
7 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Reabilitação de Sobral | ||
| Centro de Saúde da Família Maria Adeodato | ||
| CLIZA Clínica Santa Izabel | ||
| CSF - Cleide Cavalcante Sales | ||
| Fertiliza | ||
| Posto de Saúde da Familia da Coelce | ||
| PRONUTRIR Sobral ONCOLOGIA |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alcântaras
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assemblèia de Deus | |
| Casa Paroquial | |
| Cruzeiro | |
| Gruta | |
| Igreja de São João Batista | |
| Igreja Matriz Nossa Senhora do Perpétuo Socorro | |
| Igreja Nossa Senhora das Graças | |
| Paróquia São José |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Alcântaras
What is the population of Alcântaras?
Alcântaras has a population of 11,369 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 185 people per square mile, spread across 61.4 square miles.
Is Alcântaras expensive to live in?
The median household income is $1,440, 98% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Alcântaras?
Alcântaras has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 343 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 54.0 inches.
How is the job market in Alcântaras?
There are 193 business establishments in the area.