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Fortuna, Brazil
Maranhão · Brazil
Fortuna is a small city in Maranhão, Brazil with a population of 16,976. Elevation: 689 ft (210 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 16,976 |
| Population Density | 29 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 689 ft (210 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.7333°, -44.1583° |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Maranhão |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.7 inches (1,085 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $967 |
About Fortuna
Fortuna is a small city in Brazil (Maranhão) with a population of 16,976. The city sits at an elevation of 689 feet (210 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.7 inches. The timezone is America/Fortaleza.
Income: Fortuna vs Brazil
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Income
| Median HH Income | $967 |
| 99% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 289 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Fortuna
Fortuna has an average annual temperature of 28°C (82°F). The hottest month is Oct (31°C), the coldest is Mar (25.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1052 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.5°F |
| 47% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 689 ft (210 m) |
| Area | 594.0 sq mi (1,538.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 29/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -5.7333°N, 44.1583°W |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 8.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 7.2 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 83°F (28°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 4.7 in |
Fortuna has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in June to 83°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 42.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.9") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Fortuna
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JI Pequeno Príncipe | - | - | - | - |
| UE Vidal Pereira | - | - | - | - |
| UI Edson Lobão | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Comunitária de Fortuna | - | - | - | - |
| JI Sete Anões | - | - | - | - |
| UI Ditador Castelo Branco | - | - | - | - |
| Ue Francisco Aprigio | - | - | - | - |
| UI Ditador Medici | - | - | - | - |
| UE Antônio Araújo Gomes | - | - | - | - |
| UE Raimundo Malaquias | - | - | - | - |
| Centro de Ensino Estado do Rio de Janeiro | - | - | - | - |
| UI Mariano Martins | - | - | - | - |
| UI Elmir Pinto | - | - | - | - |
| UE Leda Tajra | - | - | - | - |
| UI Elizeu Soares | - | - | - | - |
| UE Dr. Getúlio Vargas | - | - | - | - |
Banks in Fortuna
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Fortuna
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cafe Buriti Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Colinas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Bacatuba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Calumbi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Colina Verde Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Fresadora Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Graúna Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Maná Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Maria Helena Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Mata Escura Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Olho D`Água Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Plataforma Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Rio Largo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda São Luiz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Tiúba Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| LC Agropecuária Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Major Brigadeiro do Ar Rui Moreira Lima Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Merlin Agro/Itaúna Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mirador Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nereu Luis de Souza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Presidente José Sarney Airport | PDR | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Fortuna
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Salão do Reino das Testemunhas de Jeová |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Brazil
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Fortuna
What is the population of Fortuna?
Fortuna has a population of 16,976 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 594.0 square miles.
Is Fortuna expensive to live in?
The median household income is $967, 99% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Fortuna?
Fortuna has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.7 inches.
How is the job market in Fortuna?
There are 289 business establishments in the area.