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Cantanhede, Brazil
Maranhão · Brazil
Cantanhede is a small city in Maranhão, Brazil with a population of 24,303. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Cantanhede
Cantanhede is a municipality in the state of Maranhão in the Northeast region of Brazil.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 24,303 |
| Population Density | 76 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | -3.6333°, -44.3767° |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Maranhão |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 74.8 inches (1,900 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,123 |
About Cantanhede
Cantanhede is a small city in Brazil (Maranhão) with a population of 24,303. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 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 74.8 inches. The timezone is America/Fortaleza.
Income: Cantanhede vs Brazil
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Income
| Median HH Income | $1,123 |
| 99% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 413 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Cantanhede
Cantanhede has an average annual temperature of 28.3°C (83°F). The hottest month is Oct (31.2°C), the coldest is Mar (26.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1222 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.2°F |
| 50% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 318.5 sq mi (825.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 76/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -3.6333°N, 44.3767°W |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 9.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 11.0 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 13.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 12.6 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 8.3 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 1.3 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 83°F (28°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| November | 83°F (28°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 4.8 in |
Cantanhede has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in January to 83°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 69.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (13.9") and August the driest (0.9").
Schools in Cantanhede
22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EM Hildo Oliveira Rocha | — | — | — | — |
| EM Leda Maria Chaves Tajra | — | — | — | — |
| EM Francisco Lopes da Silva | — | — | — | — |
| EFA - Escola Família Agrícola Arlete Rodrigues dos Santos | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal Juscelino Kubitschek | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal Nilza Amorim Rocha | — | — | — | — |
| CMBCB 2 de Julho Unidade XXIV EM Risa Belfort Pires Alves | — | — | — | — |
| EM Professor José de Melo e Silva | — | — | — | — |
| Centro de Ensino Getúlio Vargas | — | — | — | — |
| EM Firmina dos Santos Barros | — | — | — | — |
| EM Professora Isabel dos Santos Sousa | — | — | — | — |
| EM Desembargador Sarney Costa | — | — | — | — |
| EM Benedita Silva Moreira | — | — | — | — |
| EM Laurentino Oliveira | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Especializada Maria Izeuda Evangelista - Associação Pestalozzi de Cantanhede | — | — | — | — |
| EM Manoel Severino | — | — | — | — |
| EM São João Batista | — | — | — | — |
| EM São Francisco de Assis | — | — | — | — |
| EM Anerita Neres Barroso | — | — | — | — |
| EM Maria Atanazia Linhares | — | — | — | — |
| Centro de Apoio ao Estudante | — | — | — | — |
| Em Boa Esperanca I | — | — | — | — |
Train Stations in Cantanhede
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Cantanhede
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bacabal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Engenheiro Francisco Alves Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Cantanhede Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vargem Grande Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Brazil
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Cantanhede
What is the population of Cantanhede?
Cantanhede has a population of 24,303 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 76 people per square mile, spread across 318.5 square miles.
Is Cantanhede expensive to live in?
The median household income is $1,123, 99% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Cantanhede?
Cantanhede 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 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 74.8 inches.
How is the job market in Cantanhede?
There are 413 business establishments in the area.