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Forquilhinha, Brazil
Santa Catarina · Brazil
Forquilhinha is a mid-size city in Santa Catarina, Brazil with a population of 31,431. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
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People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 31,431 |
| Population Density | 422 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.7475°, -49.4722° |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Santa Catarina |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 91.3 inches (2,319 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $3,360 |
About Forquilhinha
Forquilhinha is a mid-size city in Brazil (Santa Catarina) with a population of 31,431. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 91.3 inches. The timezone is America/Sao_Paulo.
Income: Forquilhinha vs Brazil
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Income
| Median HH Income | $3,360 |
| 96% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 534 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Forquilhinha
Forquilhinha has an average annual temperature of 18.5°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.9°C), the coldest is Jul (13.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1611 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.0°F |
| 22% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 268 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Area | 74.5 sq mi (193.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 422/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.7475°N, 49.4722°W |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 6.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 58°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 5.0 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 3.7 in |
Forquilhinha has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 58°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 52.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.2") and July the driest (3.1").
Schools in Forquilhinha
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Municipal Aloísio Back | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Sagrada Família | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal Jacob Arns | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Estadual Natálio Vassoler | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal Antônio Minoto | — | — | — | — |
| CEIM Umberto Cesa | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal Judite Duarte de Oliveira | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal Giácomo Búrigo | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal Caetano Ronchi | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal Acácio Alfredo Villain | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal José Contin Portela | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Estadual Antônio Milanez Neto | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educacional Ítalo Amboni | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal Francisco Hoepers | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Luiz Tramontin | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal Amaro João Batista | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Forquilhinha
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Casa do Ferroviário Mário Ghisi | ||||
| Memorial Nonna Maria Giovana Dário Milanese | ||||
| Mina de Visitação Octávio Fontana | ||||
| Museu Casa do Agente Ferroviário Anselmo Cargnin | ||||
| Museu da Infancia | ||||
| Museu de Zoologia da UNESC | ||||
| Museu de Zoologia Profª Morgana Cirimbelli Gaidzinski | ||||
| Museu do Imigrante - Cônego Miguel Giacca | ||||
| Museu Histórico de Araranguá | ||||
| Museu Histórico e Geográfico Augusto Casagrande | ||||
| Museu Histórico Lourenço Manenti | ||||
| Museu Histórico Municipal de Urussanga |
Libraries in Forquilhinha
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Central | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Alexandrina Pagani Dal Bó | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Ângelo Rovaris | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Cruz e Sousa | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Cruz e Souza | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Cocal do Sul | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Ermo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Siderópolis | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Donatila Borba | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Frei Marcelo Bianchi | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Padre Augustinho Sacon | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Universitária | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Virtual e Digital Irmã Norberta | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Forquilhinha
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DA SERRA - Fruteira e Produtos Coloniais | |||||
| Di Cedro | |||||
| Mercado Areias Brancas | |||||
| Mercado Esteves | |||||
| Mercado Freitas | |||||
| Mercado Universitário |
Restaurants in Forquilhinha
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Forquilhinha
15 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Forquilhinha
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Forquilhinha
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Forquilhinha
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Forquilhinha
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Forquilhinha
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Forquilhinha - Criciúma Airport | CCM | Medium Airport |
| Asa Branca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cambará Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Campo Nuic Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Comandante Nelinho Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cruzeiro do Sul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Veronezi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Humberto Ghizzo Bortoluzzi Regional Airport | JJG | Small Airport |
| Ismael Nunes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Torres Airport | TSQ | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Forquilhinha
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Viva Bem |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Forquilhinha
26 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela de Nossa Senhora da Conceição | |
| Capela de Nossa Senhora Menina | |
| Capela de São Isidoro | |
| Capela de São João Batista | |
| Capela de São Roque | |
| Capela de São Sebastião | |
| Capela Nossa Senhora Aparecida | |
| Igreja da Paróquia São João Batista | |
| Igreja Deus é Amor | |
| Igreja do Sagrado Coração de Jesus | |
| Igreja Garuvinha | |
| Igreja Jardim Florença | |
| Igreja Mãe Luzia | |
| Igreja Nova Esperança | |
| Igreja Nova York | |
| Igreja Ouro Negro | |
| Igreja Pentencostal Deus é Amor | |
| Igreja Quadrangular Montevideo | |
| Igreja Quadrangular São Defende | |
| Igreja Santa Isabel |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Forquilhinha
What is the population of Forquilhinha?
Forquilhinha has a population of 31,431 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 422 people per square mile, spread across 74.5 square miles.
Is Forquilhinha expensive to live in?
The median household income is $3,360, 96% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Forquilhinha?
Forquilhinha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 91.3 inches.
How is the job market in Forquilhinha?
There are 534 business establishments in the area.