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Joaçaba, Brazil
Santa Catarina · Brazil
Joaçaba is a mid-size city in Santa Catarina, Brazil with a population of 30,146. Elevation: 1,808 ft (551 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 30,146 |
| Population Density | 256 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,808 ft (551 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.1781°, -51.5047° |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Santa Catarina |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 92.5 inches (2,350 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $4,800 |
About Joaçaba
Joaçaba is a mid-size city in Brazil (Santa Catarina) with a population of 30,146. The city sits at an elevation of 1,808 feet (551 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.5 inches. The timezone is America/Sao_Paulo.
Income: Joaçaba vs Brazil
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $4,800 |
| 94% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 512 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Joaçaba
Joaçaba has an average annual temperature of 17.6°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (21.9°C), the coldest is Jul (12.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1605 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.9°F |
| 20% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 291 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,808 ft (551 m) |
| Area | 117.8 sq mi (305.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 256/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -27.1781°N, 51.5047°W |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (21°C) | 6.8 in | |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 5.4 in | Coldest |
| July | 58°F (15°C) | 4.1 in | Driest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 5.1 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 7.2 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 5.2 in |
Joaçaba has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 56°F in June to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 65.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.8") and July the driest (4.1").
Colleges & Universities in Joaçaba
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto Federal Catarinense | University | - | Visit → |
| Senai Luzerna | College | - | Visit → |
| UNOESC Campus I | University | - | , |
| UNOESC Campus II | University | - | , |
| UNOESC Campus II | University | - | , |
| UNOESC Capinzal | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Joaçaba
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CERT | - | - | - | - |
| EEB Governador Celso Ramos | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Joaçaba
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rádio Catarinense FM | brazil | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Capinzal FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Alvorada (MP3) | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Rádio Alvorada | - | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Massa FM Capinzal | - | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Joaçaba
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museu Municipal Andreas Thaler |
Libraries in Joaçaba
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Castro Alves | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Erval Velho | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Herval do Oeste | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Gilberto Santos Dumont | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Maestro Gabriel Hausberger | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Ministro Jorge Konder Bornhausen | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Nereu Ramos | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Prefeito Ivo Luiz Bazzo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Rui Barbosa | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Terezinha Marcon Pelicioli | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Vereador Rolindo Casagrande | 0.0 |
Hotels in Joaçaba
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Joaçaba
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Joaçaba
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Joaçaba
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Joaçaba
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Joaçaba
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Joaçaba
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Joaçaba
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Joaçaba
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Joaçaba
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Joaçaba
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Joaçaba
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| AAGV - Associação Aerodesportiva de Getulio Vargas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Agro Bess Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Doctor Carlos Alberto da Costa Neves Airport | CFC | Small Airport |
| Nelson Pizzani Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Olavo Cecco Rigon Airport | CCI | Small Airport |
| Palmas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Terezinha Airport | JCB | Small Airport |
| Videira Airport | VIA | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Joaçaba
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correios |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Joaçaba
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela Santa Luzia | |
| Catedral Santa Teresinha do Menino Jesus | |
| Igreja de São Brás | |
| Igreja Nossa Senhora de Fátima | |
| Igreja Nossa Senhora de Lurdes | |
| Igreja São José | |
| Santuário Nossa Senhora das Graças |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Brazil
15 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Joaçaba
What is the population of Joaçaba?
Joaçaba has a population of 30,146 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 256 people per square mile, spread across 117.8 square miles.
Is Joaçaba expensive to live in?
The median household income is $4,800, 94% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Joaçaba?
Joaçaba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 92.5 inches.
How is the job market in Joaçaba?
There are 512 business establishments in the area.