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Canoas, Costa Rica
Puntarenas Province · Costa Rica
Canoas is a small town in Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica with a population of 4,573. Elevation: 420 ft (128 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Canoas
Canoas is a municipality in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, forming part of the Greater Porto Alegre area. It is the largest municipality of the metropolitan region of Porto Alegre and the third largest municipality of Rio Grande do Sul. Officially declared a city on June 27, 1939, after its separation from São Sebastião do Caí and Gravataí, Canoas derives its name from the historical crafting of canoes in the area. It is the second largest city in the Porto Alegre metropolitan area, with the third-largest population and the third-highest GDP in the state. It is also ranked as the 79th most populous city in Brazil.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,573 |
| Population Density | 97 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 420 ft (128 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.5331°, -82.8384° |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica |
| Country | 🇨🇷 Costa Rica |
| State / Province | Puntarenas Province |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 138.0 inches (3,504 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Canoas
Canoas is a small town in Costa Rica (Puntarenas Province) with a population of 4,573. The city sits at an elevation of 420 feet (128 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 138.0 inches. The timezone is America/Costa_Rica.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.7°F |
| 46% above Costa Rica avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 136 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 420 ft (128 m) |
| Area | 47.1 sq mi (122.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 97/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.5331°N, 82.8384°W |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1991 | LIMON, PANDORA | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 90 | 131 km |
| 1934 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 70 km |
| 1941 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 6 | 44 km |
| 1983 | COSTA RICA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 6 | 33 km |
| 1941 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 128 km |
| 1962 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 59 km |
| 1854 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 18 km |
| 1822 | MATINA | Earthquake | — | — | 109 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Turrialba (195 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Turrialba | Stratovolcano | 3,340 m (10,958 ft) | 2019 | 195 km |
| Irazu | Stratovolcano | 3,432 m (11,260 ft) | 1994 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 15.0 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 13.8 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 14.6 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 17.6 in | |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 17.7 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 22.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 15.7 in | Coldest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 5.4 in |
Canoas has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 77°F in November to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 138.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (22.1") and January the driest (2.4").
Schools in Canoas
23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela San Isidro | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela San Antonio | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Jobo Civil | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Vereh | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela El Labrador | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela La Bota | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Surik | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela La Mariposa | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Colorado | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela La Palma | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela San Martín | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela San Miguel | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Altos del Brujo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Altos de San Antonio | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela El Triunfo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Darizara | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Barrio Nuevo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Juan Lara Alfaro | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Adventista de Paso Canoas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Confraternidad | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Líder de Paso Canoas | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Técnico Profesional de Corredores | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Humanístico | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Canoas
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHT FM 107.7 (PA) | entretenimiento, musica | MP3 96 kbps |
Libraries in Canoas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Canoas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal de Corredores | |||||
| Refrescos Enil |
Hotels in Canoas
9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Canoas
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Canoas
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Canoas
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Canoas
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Canoas
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Canoas
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Canoas
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Canoas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Canoas
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Buenos Aires Airport | BAI | Medium Airport |
| Coto 47 Airport | OTR | Medium Airport |
| Enrique Malek International Airport | DAV | Medium Airport |
| Golfito Airport | GLF | Medium Airport |
| Palmar Sur Airport | PMZ | Medium Airport |
| Puerto Jimenez Airport | PJM | Medium Airport |
| Alvaro Berroa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cangrejo Verde Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Carate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dieciocho Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca 10 / Nuevo Palmar Sur Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca 63 (Coto 63) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca Blanco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca Ceiba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca Delicias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca Fátima Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cabezona Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laurel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Potrero Grande Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Puerto Armuelles Airport | AML | Small Airport |
| Punta Banco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho del Mar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Salama Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Vito de Java Airport | TOO | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Canoas
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correos de Costa Rica |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Canoas
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Barrio Nuevo | |
| Iglesia de Darizara | |
| Iglesia de El Control | |
| Iglesia de El Triunfo | |
| Iglesia de La Cuesta | |
| Iglesia de La Palma | |
| Iglesia de Paso Canoas | |
| Iglesia de San Antonio | |
| Iglesia de San Isidro | |
| Iglesia de San Jorge | |
| Iglesia de San Martín | |
| Iglesia de San Miguel | |
| Iglesia La Bota |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Costa Rica
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Canoas
What is the population of Canoas?
Canoas has a population of 4,573 residents and is located in Costa Rica. The population density is 97 people per square mile, spread across 47.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Canoas?
Canoas 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 79°F in July. The area receives 136 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 138.0 inches.