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Cafarnaum, Brazil
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Cafarnaum is a small city in Bahia, Brazil with a population of 17,466. Elevation: 2,503 ft (763 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cafarnaum
Cafarnaum is a municipality in the state of Bahia in the North-East region of Brazil. It was named in tribute to Capernaum.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 17,466 |
| Population Density | 72 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,503 ft (763 m) |
| Coordinates | -11.6936°, -41.4683° |
| Timezone | America/Bahia |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Bahia |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.2 inches (666 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,130 |
About Cafarnaum
Cafarnaum is a small city in Brazil (Bahia) with a population of 17,466. The city sits at an elevation of 2,503 feet (763 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.2 inches. The timezone is America/Bahia.
Income: Cafarnaum vs Brazil
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $1,130 |
| 98% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 297 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Cafarnaum
Cafarnaum has an average annual temperature of 23.6°C (74°F). The hottest month is Oct (25.3°C), the coldest is Jul (20.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 640 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.8°F |
| 29% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 288 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,503 ft (763 m) |
| Area | 243.6 sq mi (630.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 72/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -11.6936°N, 41.4683°W |
| Timezone | America/Bahia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 65°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 in |
Cafarnaum has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 65°F in July to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and August the driest (0.5").
Schools in Cafarnaum
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola AEFIL | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Municipal de 1º Grau Prof. Roberto Santos | - | - | - | - |
| Pré-Escola Municipal Descobrindo o Saber | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Centro do Saber | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Municipal Alerte Góis | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educacional Municipal Ruy Barbosa | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Municipal Dom Pedro II | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Municipal Emília Pereira de Araújo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educacional Aconchego dos Anjos | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Municipal Coriolano Neves Guimarães | - | - | - | - |
| Pré - Escola Municipal Descobrindo o Saber | - | - | - | - |
| Colégio Municipal Henrique Brito Filho (Modelo) | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Municipal de Tempo Integral Agostinho Ribeiro da Fonseca | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Municipal Monoel Eliotério | - | - | - | - |
| Colégio Estadual de Tempo Integral Imaculada Conceição | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cafarnaum
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irecê Líder FM 103.7 Irecê - BA | eclética | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Nativa 93.7 FM Irecê - BA | forró, sertanejo | AAC+ 96 kbps |
Libraries in Cafarnaum
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Cafarnaum
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Cafarnaum
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Cafarnaum
8 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Cafarnaum
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cafarnaum
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cafarnaum
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cafarnaum
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Cafarnaum
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cafarnaum
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cafarnaum
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Comandante Milton Tosto Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Irecê Airport | IRE | Small Airport |
| Morro do Chapéu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Salviano Inácio Rocha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Souto Soares Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Utinga Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Cafarnaum
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correios |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cafarnaum
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assembleia de Deus Beira Rio | |
| CCB Central de Cafarnaum | |
| IBIC | |
| Igreja Batista Lagoinha | |
| Igreja Batista Nova Esperança | |
| Igreja Católica de Zé Cánario | |
| Igreja Católica Nossa Senhora de Fátima | |
| Igreja Católica Sagrado Coração de Jesus | |
| Igreja Católica São José | |
| Igreja Católica São Pedro | |
| Igreja Católica São Sebastião | |
| Igreja Mundial do Poder de Deus | |
| Paróquia Nossa Senhora Imaculada Conceição |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Brazil
15 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Cafarnaum?
Cafarnaum has a population of 17,466 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 72 people per square mile, spread across 243.6 square miles.
Is Cafarnaum expensive to live in?
The median household income is $1,130, 98% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Cafarnaum?
Cafarnaum enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.2 inches.
How is the job market in Cafarnaum?
There are 297 business establishments in the area.