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Currais Novos, Brazil

Rio Grande do Norte · Brazil

Currais Novos is a mid-size city in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil with a population of 41,313. Elevation: 1,184 ft (361 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
41,313 Population 125/sq mi density
1,184 ft Elevation 361 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
16.3 in Annual Rain
America / Fortaleza Timezone
$1,930 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$1,930 median income

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People

Population41,313
Density125/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$1,930

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain16.3 in/yr
Sunny Days356/yr
Elevation1,184 ft (361 m)
Population41,313
Population Density125 / sq mi
Elevation1,184 ft (361 m)
Coordinates-6.2608°, -36.5178°
TimezoneAmerica/Fortaleza
Country🇧🇷 Brazil
State / ProvinceRio Grande do Norte
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation16.3 inches (415 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,930

About Currais Novos

Currais Novos is a mid-size city in Brazil (Rio Grande do Norte) with a population of 41,313. The city sits at an elevation of 1,184 feet (361 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.3 inches. The timezone is America/Fortaleza.

The median household income in Currais Novos is $1,930, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 702 business establishments.

Income: Currais Novos vs Brazil

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Income

Median HH Income$1,930
97% below Brazil avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)702

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Currais Novos

Currais Novos has an average annual temperature of 25.2°C (77°F). The hottest month is Nov (27°C), the coldest is Jul (22.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 848 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.5°C / 80°F 19.9° / 36° 66.3
Feb 26.5°C / 80°F 19.9° / 35.8° 78.6
Mar 25.6°C / 78°F 20.3° / 34.4° 159.0
Apr 25°C / 77°F 19.7° / 32.7° 130.7
May 24.6°C / 76°F 19° / 31.8° 102.6
Jun 23.5°C / 74°F 17.7° / 31.1° 105.2
Jul 22.7°C / 73°F 16.8° / 30.4° 89.7
Aug 23.1°C / 73°F 16.4° / 32.2° 37.3
Sep 24.5°C / 76°F 17.2° / 34.7° 18.7
Oct 26.2°C / 79°F 18.7° / 36.3° 10.0
Nov 27°C / 81°F 19.7° / 36.9° 21.3
Dec 26.8°C / 80°F 19.7° / 36.5° 28.7
Currais Novos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 356 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 16.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,184 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average77.1°F
43% above Brazil avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days356 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,184 ft (361 m)
Area331.0 sq mi (857.3 km²)
Population Density125/sq mi
Coordinates-6.2608°N, 36.5178°W
TimezoneAmerica/Fortaleza

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.3"
57% below Brazil avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.94"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Jan 11, 2010.

Jan 11, 2010 2 km NW of Poço Branco, Brazil M4.3 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 1.6 in
February 79°F (26°C) 3.4 in
March 78°F (26°C) 5.9 in Wettest
April 77°F (25°C) 5.8 in
May 77°F (25°C) 2.4 in
June 75°F (24°C) 1.1 in
July 74°F (23°C) 0.9 in Coldest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in
September 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in Driest
October 78°F (25°C) 0.1 in
November 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
December 79°F (26°C) 0.6 in Warmest

Currais Novos has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 74°F in July to 79°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 22.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.9") and September the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Currais Novos

Institution Type Founded Website
Colégio Camilo Toscano College
Faculdade do Seridó University
IFRN - Campus Currais Novos College Visit →
Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte - Campus Currais Novos University
Universidade Potiguar - Pólo Currais Novos University

Schools in Currais Novos

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escola Municipal Cipriano Lopes Galvao
Escola Capitão Mor Galvão
Escola Professor Humberto Gama
Educandário Jesus Menino
Wizard
Centro Educacional Logos
Creche Edinolia Melo
Escola Estadual Instituto Vivaldo Pereira
Escola Estadual Tristão de Barros
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Radio Stations near Currais Novos

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Currais Novos

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museu do Sertanejo
Museu Municipal

Libraries in Currais Novos

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal Doutor Antônio Othon Filho0.0

Farmers Markets in Currais Novos

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Feira Coberta de Cerro Corá
Mercadinho São João
Mercado Público
Mercado Público
Pinheirão

Hotels in Currais Novos

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CCMD Hotel Pousada
Pousada Bela Vista
Pousada Mirante do Cruzeiro
Tungstênio Hotel

Restaurants in Currais Novos

8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Churrascaria Pantanal
Matutus
O Rei da Pizza
Restaurante Boa Viagem
Restaurante Boi na Brasa
Restaurante Currais Novos
Restaurante Popular
Sabor Real

Theatres in Currais Novos

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Teatro Municipal Ubirajara Galvão

Monuments in Currais Novos

3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Homenagem ao Garimpeiro
Homenagem ao Vaqueiro e Apanhadeira de Algodão
Letreiro

Bus Stations in Currais Novos

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Terminal Rodoviário de Currais Novos

Gas Stations in Currais Novos

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BR #472821831
BR #505817876
BR #505817880
BR #513294840
Lubmax II

Banks in Currais Novos

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banco do Brasil
Bradesco
Caixa Econômica Federal

Shopping Malls in Currais Novos

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Vintz Center

Gyms in Currais Novos

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BR #827726700
BR #908046376

Stadiums & Teams in Currais Novos

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Airports Near Currais Novos

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Açu AirportSmall Airport
Aerofrásio AirportSmall Airport
Caicó AirportSmall Airport
Currais Novos AirportQCPSmall Airport
Jardim de Angicos AirportSmall Airport
Jardim do Seridó AirportSmall Airport
Jucurutu AirportSmall Airport
Lagoa Nova AirportSmall Airport
Pedra AirportSmall Airport
Pedro Simões Pimenta AirportSmall Airport
Santa Cruz AirportSmall Airport
Sítio Flor de Lys AirportSmall Airport
Vitalli AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Currais Novos

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Agência dos Correios
Correios Unidade de Distribuição

Churches & Religious Organizations in Currais Novos

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capela Santa Rita de Cássia
Igreja Batista
Igreja da Imaculada Conceição
Igreja do Educandário Jesus Menino
Igreja Matriz de Sant'Ana
Loja Maçônica Fraternidade e Justiça

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Fortaleza

🇧🇷 About Brazil

Capital Brasilia
Population 209,469,333
Area 8,511,965 km²
GDP (USD) $2,191,131,869,706
GDP per capita $10,378
HDI 0.760
Life expectancy 75.9 years
Internet users 84.2%
Urban population 87.6%
Currency BRL (Real)
Languages Portuguese
Calling code +55
TLD .br
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Brazil

15 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Confraternização Universal
Feb 16 Carnival Carnaval
Feb 17 Carnival Carnaval
Apr 3 Good Friday Sexta-feira Santa
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo de Páscoa
Apr 21 Tiradentes Dia de Tiradentes
May 1 Labour Day Dia do Trabalhador
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Corpus Christi
Jul 9 Constitutionalist Revolution of 1932 Revolução Constitucionalista de 1932
Sep 7 Independence Day Dia da Independência
Oct 12 Our Lady of Aparecida Nossa Senhora Aparecida
Nov 2 All Souls' Day Dia de Finados
Nov 15 Republic Proclamation Day Proclamação da República
Nov 20 Black Awareness Day Dia da Consciência Negra
Dec 25 Christmas Day Natal

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Frequently Asked Questions About Currais Novos

What is the population of Currais Novos?

Currais Novos has a population of 41,313 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 125 people per square mile, spread across 331.0 square miles.

Is Currais Novos expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,930, 97% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Currais Novos?

Currais Novos 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 74°F in July. The area receives 356 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.3 inches.

How is the job market in Currais Novos?

There are 702 business establishments in the area.

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