Garuva, Brazil
Santa Catarina · Brazil
Garuva is a small city in Santa Catarina, Brazil with a population of 18,545. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Garuva
Garuva is a municipality in the state of Santa Catarina in the South region of Brazil.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,545 |
| Population Density | 106 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 108 ft (33 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.0267°, -48.8550° |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Santa Catarina |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.0 inches (1,753 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Garuva
Garuva is a small city in Brazil (Santa Catarina) with a population of 18,545. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet (33 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.0 inches. The timezone is America/Sao_Paulo.
Climate in Garuva
Garuva has an average annual temperature of 20.4°C (69°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.1°C), the coldest is Jul (16.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1663 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.3°F |
| 21% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 108 ft (33 m) |
| Area | 174.7 sq mi (452.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 106/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.0267°S, 48.8550°W |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1789 | CANANEIA | Earthquake | - | - | 146 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 8.5 in | Warmest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 9.3 in | Wettest |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 8.0 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 58°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 5.1 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 6.1 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 6.4 in |
Garuva has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 58°F in July to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 69.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (9.3") and July the driest (3.4").
Schools in Garuva
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Municipal Maria Martins Budal | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Municipal Herman Müller | - | - | - | - |
| Colégio Estadual Carmem Seara Leite | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Garuva
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jaraguá FM 101.3 | journalism, local music | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Udesc FM Joinville - FM 91,9 MHz | classical, local news | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Garuva
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museu Diocesano de Arte Sacra Padre Antônio de Nóbrega | ||||
| Museu Histórico Prefeito José Schmidt | ||||
| Museu Nacional do Mar |
Libraries in Garuva
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Cruz e Souza | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal José Augusto Ribeiro | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Universitária | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Universitária | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Universitária Professor Paulo Malschitzki | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Garuva
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feirão Aventureiro | |||||
| Mercado da Maria | |||||
| Mercado Público Municipal São Francisco do Sul |
Hotels in Garuva
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Garuva
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Garuva
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Garuva
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Garuva
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Garuva
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Garuva
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Garuva
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Falls Brewing Co. |
Airports Near Garuva
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Curitiba-Afonso Pena International Airport | CWB | Large Airport |
| Bacacheri Airport | BFH | Medium Airport |
| Lauro Carneiro de Loyola Airport | JOI | Medium Airport |
| Aeroclube de Rio Negrinho Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Clube de Aviação Céu Azul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ely Rego Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Graciosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guaratuba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| M. Baumann Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Max Fontoura Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Paranaguá Airport | PNG | Small Airport |
| Piraquara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| São Francisco do Sul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tijucas do Sul Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ultraleve Clube Curitiba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vale Europeu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vila Nova Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Garuva
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Unidade Básica de Saúde da Família Dom Gregório - Francisco Martins de Oliveira |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Garuva
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| IECLB Martin Luter de Garuva | |
| Igreja de São Sebastião | |
| Paróquia São João Batista |
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Waterfalls Near Garuva
20 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Garuva.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Cachoeira Cabeluda | |
| Cachoeira Canhada | Height: 250 |
| Cachoeira da Figueira | Height: 15 |
| Cachoeira da Santa | |
| Cachoeira do ceu | Height: 14 |
| Cachoeira do Garrador | Height: 40 |
| Cachoeira do Monte Crista | |
| Cachoeira do Monte Crista | Height: 12 |
| Cachoeira do Quiriri | Height: 250 |
| Cachoeira do Rio Diamante | |
| Cachoeira do Rio dos Porcos | Height: 175 |
| Cachoeira do Solais | |
| Cachoeira dos Perdidos | |
| Cachoeira dos Sarmentos | Height: 6 |
| Cachoeira Dupla do Juvenal | Height: 12 |
| Cachoeira Guardata | Height: 150 |
| Cachoeira Juvenal Zapeline | Height: 20 |
| Cachoeira Seca ou Agua Grande | Height: 432 |
| Cachoeira Véu de Noiva | Height: 115 m |
| Salto da Vaca Pintada | Height: 25 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Brazil
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Garuva
What is the population of Garuva?
Garuva has a population of 18,545 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 106 people per square mile, spread across 174.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Garuva?
Garuva enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 69.0 inches.
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