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Caraí, Brazil
Minas Gerais · Brazil
Caraí is a small city in Minas Gerais, Brazil with a population of 19,548. Elevation: 2,638 ft (804 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Caraí
Caraí is a Brazilian municipality located in the northeast of the state of Minas Gerais. Its population as of 2020 was estimated to be 23,780 people living in a total area of 1,240 km2. The city is part of the Immediate Geographic Region of Teófilo Otoni. The elevation of the municipal seat is 750 meters. It became a municipality in 1948.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 19,548 |
| Population Density | 31 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,638 ft (804 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.1889°, -41.6947° |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Minas Gerais |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.5 inches (978 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,207 |
About Caraí
Caraí is a small city in Brazil (Minas Gerais) with a population of 19,548. The city sits at an elevation of 2,638 feet (804 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.5 inches. The timezone is America/Sao_Paulo.
Income: Caraí vs Brazil
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Income
| Median HH Income | $1,207 |
| 98% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 332 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Caraí
Caraí has an average annual temperature of 23.8°C (75°F). The hottest month is Oct (25.9°C), the coldest is Jul (20.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 630 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.2°F |
| 28% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 266 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,638 ft (804 m) |
| Area | 635.0 sq mi (1,644.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 31/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.1889°N, 41.6947°W |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 6.2 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 65°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 71°F (21°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 6.9 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
Caraí has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 63°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 38.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (7.4") and June the driest (0.5").
Schools in Caraí
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Estadual de Caraí | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Estadual Professor Abgar Renault | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Caraí
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Histórico de Caraí |
Libraries in Caraí
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Caraí
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Clinics in Caraí
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Caraí
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Caraí
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Caraí
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Araçuaí Airport | AIY | Small Airport |
| Fama Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Primavera | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Sequóia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jequitinhonha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Juscelino Kubitscheck Airport | TFL | Small Airport |
| Virgem da Lapa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Caraí
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Igreja Matriz de São José |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Brazil
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Caraí
What is the population of Caraí?
Caraí has a population of 19,548 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 635.0 square miles.
Is Caraí expensive to live in?
The median household income is $1,207, 98% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Caraí?
Caraí enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.5 inches.
How is the job market in Caraí?
There are 332 business establishments in the area.