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Belém, Sao Tome and Principe
São Tomé Island · Sao Tome and Principe
Belém is a small town in São Tomé Island, Sao Tome and Principe with a population of 932. Elevation: 1,306 ft (398 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Belém
Belém, often called Belém of Pará, is the capital and largest city of the state of Pará in the north of Brazil. It is the gateway to the Amazon River with a busy port, airport, and bus/coach station. Belém lies approximately 100 km upriver from the Atlantic Ocean, on the Pará River, which is part of the greater Amazon River system, separated from the larger part of the Amazon delta by Ilha de Marajó. With an estimated population of 1,398,531 people — or 2,491,052, considering its metropolitan area — it is the 12th most populous city in Brazil, as well as the 16th by economic relevance. It is the second largest in the North Region, second only to Manaus, in the state of Amazonas.
People
Climate
| Population | 932 |
| Population Density | 25 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,306 ft (398 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.3015°, 6.6742° |
| Timezone | Africa/Sao_Tome |
| Country | 🇸🇹 Sao Tome and Principe |
| State / Province | São Tomé Island |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 78.6 inches (1,997 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Belém
Belém is a small town in Sao Tome and Principe (São Tomé Island) with a population of 932. The city sits at an elevation of 1,306 feet (398 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 78.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Sao_Tome.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.2°F |
| 39% above Sao Tome and Principe avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 193 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,306 ft (398 m) |
| Area | 37.5 sq mi (97.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.3015°N, 6.6742°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Sao_Tome |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 7.3 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 6.8 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 9.7 in | Warmest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 10.5 in | Wettest |
| May | 76°F (25°C) | 9.2 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 10.3 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 8.9 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 8.0 in |
Belém has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 73°F in July to 77°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 78.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (10.5") and July the driest (0.5").
Museums in Belém
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coffe Museum | ||||
| São Sebastião Museum |
Libraries in Belém
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca da Trindade | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Cantagalo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Nacional | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Paroquial de Santana | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Belém
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Firma Comercial LL Bem Estar Lda. | |||||
| Mercado do Cruzeiro | |||||
| Mercado Bobo Forro | |||||
| Mercado da Cidade da Trindade | |||||
| Mercado de Cova Água Santana | |||||
| Mercado de Cova Água Santana |
Stadiums & Teams in Belém
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Belém
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| São Tomé International Airport | TMS | Large Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Belém
What is the population of Belém?
Belém has a population of 932 residents and is located in Sao Tome and Principe. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 37.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Belém?
Belém has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 193 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 78.6 inches.