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Catu, Brazil
Bahia · Brazil
Catu is a mid-size city in Bahia, Brazil with a population of 48,148. Elevation: 259 ft (79 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 48,148 |
| Population Density | 277 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 259 ft (79 m) |
| Coordinates | -12.3531°, -38.3789° |
| Timezone | America/Bahia |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Bahia |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.0 inches (1,068 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,560 |
About Catu
Catu is a mid-size city in Brazil (Bahia) with a population of 48,148. The city sits at an elevation of 259 feet (79 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.0 inches. The timezone is America/Bahia.
Income: Catu vs Brazil
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $1,560 |
| 98% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 819 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Catu
Catu has an average annual temperature of 26.1°C (79°F). The hottest month is Feb (27.7°C), the coldest is Aug (23.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1133 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.7°F |
| 42% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 345 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 259 ft (79 m) |
| Area | 174.0 sq mi (450.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 277/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -12.3531°N, 38.3789°W |
| Timezone | America/Bahia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 2.8 in | |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 7.6 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 9.7 in | Wettest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 7.1 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 5.8 in | |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 3.6 in |
Catu has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 72°F in August to 78°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 58.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (9.7") and September the driest (2.7").
Schools in Catu
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilberto Alves de Araujo | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Denise Carvalho | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Catu
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rádio yeshua 103.5 FM WEB | - | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radi Ouro Negro FM 100,7 | - | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Ouro Negro 100.5 FM | - | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Cristã Online | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Digital FM 96.3 | - | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Catu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museu Memorial de Pojuca |
Libraries in Catu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal de Alagoinhas | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Catu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camelódromo | |||||
| Central de Abastecimento | |||||
| Centro de Abastecimento Municipal João Antônio de Siqueira | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Araças | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Nazaré de Jacuípe |
Restaurants in Catu
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Catu
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Catu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heineken | ||||
| Heineken Cervejaria |
Stadiums & Teams in Catu
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Catu
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Deputado Luiz Eduardo Magalhães International Airport | SSA | Large Airport |
| João Durval Carneiro Airport | FEC | Medium Airport |
| Aeroclube da Bahia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Alagoinhas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Aníbal Azevedo Filho Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Belo Horizonte Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Costa dos Coqueiros Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ecides Fires Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Esplanada Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Beija-Flor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Capuame Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda do Coronel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jauá Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jauá Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lago Joanes Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Parque Manoelito Argolo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rio Sauípe Aeropark | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Catu
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 2 igreja Batista | |
| Igreja Batista Nova Aliança | |
| Igreja de Nossa Senhora Santana |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Brazil
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Catu
What is the population of Catu?
Catu has a population of 48,148 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 277 people per square mile, spread across 174.0 square miles.
Is Catu expensive to live in?
The median household income is $1,560, 98% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Catu?
Catu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.0 inches.
How is the job market in Catu?
There are 819 business establishments in the area.