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Descanso, Brazil
Santa Catarina · Brazil
Descanso is a small city in Santa Catarina, Brazil with a population of 8,530. Elevation: 1,775 ft (541 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
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About Descanso
Descanso, Santa Catarina is a municipality in the state of Santa Catarina in the South region of Brazil.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 8,530 |
| Population Density | 74 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,775 ft (541 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.8261°, -53.5017° |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Santa Catarina |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 100.1 inches (2,542 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $4,020 |
About Descanso
Descanso is a small city in Brazil (Santa Catarina) with a population of 8,530. The city sits at an elevation of 1,775 feet (541 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 100.1 inches. The timezone is America/Sao_Paulo.
Income: Descanso vs Brazil
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $4,020 |
| 95% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 145 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.3°F |
| 25% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 291 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,775 ft (541 m) |
| Area | 115.8 sq mi (299.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 74/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -26.8261°N, 53.5017°W |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (24°C) | 7.0 in | Warmest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 6.7 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 5.7 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 6.0 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 6.5 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 6.6 in | Coldest |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 5.4 in | Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 5.9 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 6.6 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 7.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 5.4 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 6.8 in |
Descanso has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 57°F in June to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 76.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.9") and July the driest (5.4").
Schools in Descanso
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colégio Everardo Backheuser | — | — | — | — |
| Colégio Unicampo | — | — | — | — |
| CEDUP Getúlio Vargas | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Paulo Henrique Pissaia | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Descanso
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rádio Itatiaia 95.7 FM | news, soccer | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Antena 1 - Porto Alegre | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Lider 104.3 (AR) | world music | AAC 192 kbps | |
| Rádio JB FM 99.9 | adulta, flashback | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| ALPHA FM 101.7 | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Antena 1 91.5 FM (AR) | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Libraries in Descanso
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Aguinelo da Fonseca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Belmonte | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Descanso | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Dulce Marina Pittol | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Egon Berger | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Francisca Amorim Nicaretta | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Hugo Lotario Sriedrich. | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal José de Alencar | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal José de Alencar | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Machado de Assis | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Pedro Alberto Reis Dors | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Portal do Conhecimento | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Portal do Saber | 0.0 |
Hotels in Descanso
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Descanso
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Descanso
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Descanso
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Descanso
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Descanso
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Descanso
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Descanso
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Descanso
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big John Cervejaria | ||||
| Hand Bier Cervejaria | ||||
| Park Bier | ||||
| Unsa Bier Cervejaria |
Stadiums & Teams in Descanso
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Descanso
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeroestación Yabotí | — | Medium Airport |
| Aeroclube de Frederico Westphalen | — | Small Airport |
| Águas Frias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bernardo de Irigoyen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dionísio Cerqueira Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Itapiranga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Linha Becker Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Lucia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| São Miguel do Oeste Hélio Wasum Airport | SQX | Small Airport |
| Sementes Guerra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Três Passos Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Descanso
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela Santo Expedito | |
| Igreja Evangélica Assembléia de Deus | |
| Igreja Matriz Santo Estanislau Kostka | |
| SMO183 |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Descanso
What is the population of Descanso?
Descanso has a population of 8,530 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 74 people per square mile, spread across 115.8 square miles.
Is Descanso expensive to live in?
The median household income is $4,020, 95% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Descanso?
Descanso enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 100.1 inches.
How is the job market in Descanso?
There are 145 business establishments in the area.