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Gouveia, Brazil
Minas Gerais · Brazil
Gouveia is a small city in Minas Gerais, Brazil with a population of 11,331. Elevation: 3,698 ft (1,127 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gouveia
Gouveia is a Brazilian municipality located in the center of the state of Minas Gerais. Its population as of 2020 was 11,818 living in a total area of 874 km2. The city belongs to the statistical mesoregion of Jequitinhonha and to the statistical microregion of Diamantina. It became a municipality in 1953.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 11,331 |
| Population Density | 27 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,698 ft (1,127 m) |
| Coordinates | -18.4544°, -43.7408° |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Minas Gerais |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.3 inches (946 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,939 |
About Gouveia
Gouveia is a small city in Brazil (Minas Gerais) with a population of 11,331. The city sits at an elevation of 3,698 feet (1,127 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.3 inches. The timezone is America/Sao_Paulo.
Income: Gouveia vs Brazil
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Income
| Median HH Income | $1,939 |
| 97% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 193 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Gouveia
Gouveia has an average annual temperature of 20.9°C (70°F). The hottest month is Oct (23.3°C), the coldest is Jul (18.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1056 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.9°F |
| 28% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 343 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,698 ft (1,127 m) |
| Area | 416.3 sq mi (1,078.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -18.4544°N, 43.7408°W |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 11.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 5.5 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 6.5 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 8.9 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 10.6 in |
Gouveia has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 61°F in June to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 54.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (11.3") and June the driest (0.3").
Schools in Gouveia
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Estadual Augusto Aires da Mata Machado | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Estadual Joviano de Aguiar | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gouveia
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rádio Torre | eclética | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Montense Flash Minas 102.9 FM | eclética | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Gouveia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antiga Estação Ferroviária de Diamantina | ||||
| Casa de Juscelino Kubitschek | ||||
| Chica da Silva's House | ||||
| Museu da tipografia |
Farmers Markets in Gouveia
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Novo | |||||
| Mercado Velho |
Bus Stations in Gouveia
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gouveia
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Gouveia
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gouveia
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alberto Ramos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Conceição do Mato Dentro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Curvelo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Diamantina Airport | DTI | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Porteirinhas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda São Gabriel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lavrinhas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Serro Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gouveia
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela de Nossa Senhora das Dores | |
| Capela de Nossa Senhora de Lourdes | |
| Igreja de Santo Antônio |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Gouveia
What is the population of Gouveia?
Gouveia has a population of 11,331 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 416.3 square miles.
Is Gouveia expensive to live in?
The median household income is $1,939, 97% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Gouveia?
Gouveia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 343 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.3 inches.
How is the job market in Gouveia?
There are 193 business establishments in the area.