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Palmares, Brazil
Pernambuco · Brazil
Palmares is a mid-size city in Pernambuco, Brazil with a population of 54,584. Elevation: 377 ft (115 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 54,584 |
| Population Density | 337 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 377 ft (115 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.6833°, -35.5917° |
| Timezone | America/Recife |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Pernambuco |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.0 inches (1,550 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,446 |
About Palmares
Palmares is a mid-size city in Brazil (Pernambuco) with a population of 54,584. The city sits at an elevation of 377 feet (115 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.0 inches. The timezone is America/Recife.
Income: Palmares vs Brazil
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $1,446 |
| 98% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 928 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Palmares
Palmares has an average annual temperature of 24.7°C (76°F). The hottest month is Feb (26.6°C), the coldest is Aug (22°C). Average annual precipitation is 1176 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.8°F |
| 39% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 320 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 377 ft (115 m) |
| Area | 162.2 sq mi (420.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 337/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.6833°N, 35.5917°W |
| Timezone | America/Recife |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 6.0 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 7.5 in | |
| May | 74°F (24°C) | 8.8 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 9.3 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 10.4 in | Wettest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 5.5 in | Coldest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 2.2 in |
Palmares has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 71°F in August to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 62.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.4") and November the driest (1.6").
Colleges & Universities in Palmares
Schools in Palmares
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Radialista | - | - | - | - |
| Educandário João Batista | - | - | - | - |
| Colégio E Curso Real | - | - | - | - |
| Colégio Superação | - | - | - | - |
| Dimensão | - | - | - | - |
| Faculdade | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Monsenhor Abilio Américo Galvão | - | - | - | - |
| Fraternidade | - | - | - | - |
| Colégio Nossa Senhora De Lourdes | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Palmares
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maragogi Fm 97.3 | contemporary music, forró | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio 104 FM | misc | AAC 48 kbps |
Libraries in Palmares
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca e Centro de Conhecimento | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Palmares
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MERCADO PÚBLICO | |||||
| Polo Comercial | |||||
| Polo Comercial Gerson de Almeida Melo | |||||
| Quintal de casa |
Hotels in Palmares
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Palmares
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Palmares
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Palmares
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Palmares
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Palmares
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Palmares
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Palmares
10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Palmares
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Palmares
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport | REC | Large Airport |
| Caruaru Airport | CAU | Small Airport |
| Destilaria São Luiz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Engenho Tentugal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Alto do Cruzeiro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Lagoa do Cavalo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda São Braz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fernando João Pereira dos Santos Filho Airport | - | Small Airport |
| José Múcio Monteiro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Laginha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Usina União Industria Private Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Palmares
18 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| A Igreja de Jesus Cristo dos Santos dos Últimos Dias | |
| Assemblea de Deus | |
| Assembléia De Deus | |
| Assembléia de Deus | |
| Assembléia de Deus - Avivamento em Cristo | |
| Igreja Aliança com Deus | |
| Igreja Assembléia De Deus Matriz | |
| Igreja Batista | |
| Igreja Congregacional | |
| Igreja da Graça | |
| Igreja de Santa Rosa | |
| Igreja Doutrina de Cristo | |
| Igreja O Brasil Para Cristo | |
| Igreja Pentecostal | |
| Igreja Presbiteriana | |
| Igreja Santo Amaro | |
| Igreja Universal do Reino de Deus | |
| Igreja Vida Nova Renovada |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Brazil
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Palmares
What is the population of Palmares?
Palmares has a population of 54,584 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 337 people per square mile, spread across 162.2 square miles.
Is Palmares expensive to live in?
The median household income is $1,446, 98% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Palmares?
Palmares has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 61.0 inches.
How is the job market in Palmares?
There are 928 business establishments in the area.