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Bom Jesus das Selvas, Brazil
Maranhão · Brazil
Bom Jesus das Selvas is a small city in Maranhão, Brazil with a population of 28,599. Elevation: 653 ft (199 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 28,599 |
| Population Density | 29 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 653 ft (199 m) |
| Coordinates | -4.4835°, -46.8533° |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Maranhão |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.1 inches (1,475 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,200 |
About Bom Jesus das Selvas
Bom Jesus das Selvas is a small city in Brazil (Maranhão) with a population of 28,599. The city sits at an elevation of 653 feet (199 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.1 inches. The timezone is America/Fortaleza.
Income: Bom Jesus das Selvas vs Brazil
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $1,200 |
| 98% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 486 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Bom Jesus das Selvas
Bom Jesus das Selvas has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F). The hottest month is Oct (30.3°C), the coldest is Mar (24.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1389 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.5°F |
| 45% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 231 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 653 ft (199 m) |
| Area | 980.3 sq mi (2,539.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 29/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -4.4835°N, 46.8533°W |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 8.0 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 10.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 11.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 9.1 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 1.2 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 5.9 in |
Bom Jesus das Selvas has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 77°F in February to 80°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 58.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (11.7") and August the driest (0.6").
Schools in Bom Jesus das Selvas
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Em Pingo De Gente | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal Dom João VI | — | — | — | — |
| Centro de Ensino Hagamenon dos Reis Moura | — | — | — | — |
| CE Especial Maria Nascimento da Silva - APAE | — | — | — | — |
| CMCB 2 de Julho - XXVII | — | — | — | — |
| Unidade Mais Integral Padre Luís Montovane | — | — | — | — |
| Centro de Ensino Luiz Sabry Azar | — | — | — | — |
| UI Dr. Francisco Ximenes Aragão Filho | — | — | — | — |
| Escola de Ensino Fundamental Vilarindo Gomes de Oliveira | — | — | — | — |
| UE Osvaldo Cruz | — | — | — | — |
| Complexo Educacional Hassan Sabry | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal Professor Ferdinan dos Santos Nunes | — | — | — | — |
| EM Paulo Freire I | — | — | — | — |
| UI de 1º Grau Prof. Humberto de Campos | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Bom Jesus das Selvas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Hotels in Bom Jesus das Selvas
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Bom Jesus das Selvas
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bom Jesus das Selvas
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bom Jesus das Selvas
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Adão Veríssimo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Antonio Furlaneto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dom Eliseu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Agro-Maratá Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Amazônia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Brasnorte Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Byeta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Lilliani Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Mapisa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Mastruz com Leite Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Pau Brasil Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Santa Maria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Santo Antônio Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda São Pedro Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| FazendaBola Sete Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Simasa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sitio Cajuapara Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sítio Gurupi Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bom Jesus das Selvas
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assembléia de Deus - Missão | |
| Congregação Cristã do Brasil | |
| Igreja Católica | |
| Igreja Mundial do Poder de Deus |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Brazil
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Bom Jesus das Selvas
What is the population of Bom Jesus das Selvas?
Bom Jesus das Selvas has a population of 28,599 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 980.3 square miles.
Is Bom Jesus das Selvas expensive to live in?
The median household income is $1,200, 98% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Bom Jesus das Selvas?
Bom Jesus das Selvas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.1 inches.
How is the job market in Bom Jesus das Selvas?
There are 486 business establishments in the area.