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Formosa da Serra Negra, Brazil
Maranhão · Brazil
Formosa da Serra Negra is a small city in Maranhão, Brazil with a population of 17,719. Elevation: 1,115 ft (340 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 17,719 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,115 ft (340 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.4446°, -46.1888° |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Maranhão |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.7 inches (1,262 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,152 |
About Formosa da Serra Negra
Formosa da Serra Negra is a small city in Brazil (Maranhão) with a population of 17,719. The city sits at an elevation of 1,115 feet (340 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.7 inches. The timezone is America/Fortaleza.
Income: Formosa da Serra Negra vs Brazil
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $1,152 |
| 98% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 301 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Formosa da Serra Negra
Formosa da Serra Negra has an average annual temperature of 27.6°C (82°F). The hottest month is Sep (30.7°C), the coldest is Mar (25.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1044 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.5°F |
| 42% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,115 ft (340 m) |
| Area | 1,327.0 sq mi (3,437.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.4446°N, 46.1888°W |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 7.2 in | |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 8.0 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 9.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 7.1 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 5.8 in |
Formosa da Serra Negra has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 75°F in July to 79°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 49.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (9.5") and August the driest (0.3").
Schools in Formosa da Serra Negra
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EM Professor Juca Cruz | — | — | — | — |
| UI Eliza Moreira Ferraz | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Especial Moyra Lais | — | — | — | — |
| EM Martins de Oliveira | — | — | — | — |
| EM Antônio Manoel da Costa e Silva | — | — | — | — |
| Centro de Ensino Antônio Sirley de Arruda Lima | — | — | — | — |
Banks in Formosa da Serra Negra
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Formosa da Serra Negra
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Agrosserra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brasil Agro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coppersteel Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Canoa Quebrada Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Faedo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Feira Nova Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Guaíra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Mundo Novo | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Sibéria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Vale do Kafroun Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Vida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Genesisagro - Grajaú Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Brazil
15 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Formosa da Serra Negra
What is the population of Formosa da Serra Negra?
Formosa da Serra Negra has a population of 17,719 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 1,327.0 square miles.
Is Formosa da Serra Negra expensive to live in?
The median household income is $1,152, 98% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Formosa da Serra Negra?
Formosa da Serra Negra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.7 inches.
How is the job market in Formosa da Serra Negra?
There are 301 business establishments in the area.