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Castro Alves, Brazil
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Castro Alves is a small city in Bahia, Brazil with a population of 24,712. Elevation: 837 ft (255 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
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About Castro Alves
Castro Alves, Bahia is a municipality in the state of Bahia in the North-East region of Brazil. It was known as Vila de Nossa Senhora da Conceição de Curralinho, but it was rechristened Castro Alves in order to honor the poet who was born there.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 24,712 |
| Population Density | 83 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 837 ft (255 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.7656°, -39.4283° |
| Timezone | America/Bahia |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Bahia |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.9 inches (988 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,453 |
About Castro Alves
Castro Alves is a small city in Brazil (Bahia) with a population of 24,712. The city sits at an elevation of 837 feet (255 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.9 inches. The timezone is America/Bahia.
Income: Castro Alves vs Brazil
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Income
| Median HH Income | $1,453 |
| 98% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 420 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Castro Alves
Castro Alves has an average annual temperature of 25.1°C (77°F). The hottest month is Feb (27.1°C), the coldest is Jul (22.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 848 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.7°F |
| 36% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 335 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 837 ft (255 m) |
| Area | 299.0 sq mi (774.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 83/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.7656°N, 39.4283°W |
| Timezone | America/Bahia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 2.8 in | |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| March | 76°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 71°F (21°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 2.5 in | |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
Castro Alves has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 69°F in August to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 30.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.2") and September the driest (1.5").
Schools in Castro Alves
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colégio Estadual Polivalente de Castro Alves | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal Luiz Eduardo Magalhães | — | — | — | — |
| Colégio Municipal Vicente José de Lima | — | — | — | — |
| Colégio Imaculada Conceição | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal Reunidas Cecília Nunes | — | — | — | — |
| Escolas Master | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal Professor Eugênio Araújo | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Castro Alves
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Prof. Nice | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca, Cajueiro, SAJ | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Castro Alves
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Abastecimento | |||||
| Feira Livre de Santo Antônio de Jesus | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Seu Ribeiro |
Hotels in Castro Alves
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Castro Alves
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Castro Alves
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Castro Alves
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Castro Alves
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Castro Alves
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Castro Alves
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Castro Alves
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| João Durval Carneiro Airport | FEC | Medium Airport |
| Amargosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Castro Alves Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Caraíbas Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda do Coronel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Lagoa do Morro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Rosa do Deserto Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lorenzo Airport | MXQ | Small Airport |
| Morro de São Paulo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pontinha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valença Airport | VAL | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Castro Alves
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela de Santa Dulce | |
| Igreja Batista Sete de Setembro | |
| Igreja Católica de Nossa Senhora da Conceição | |
| Igreja Católica de Santo Antônio | |
| Igreja Católica de São Roque | |
| Igreja Petencostal Aliança Com Deus | |
| Primeira Igreja Batista em Castro Alves | |
| Salão do Reino das Testemunhas de Jeová |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Brazil
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Castro Alves
What is the population of Castro Alves?
Castro Alves has a population of 24,712 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 83 people per square mile, spread across 299.0 square miles.
Is Castro Alves expensive to live in?
The median household income is $1,453, 98% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Castro Alves?
Castro Alves has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.9 inches.
How is the job market in Castro Alves?
There are 420 business establishments in the area.