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Paraú, Brazil
Rio Grande do Norte · Brazil
Paraú is a small city in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil with a population of 13,577. Elevation: 259 ft (79 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Paraú
Paraú is a municipality in the state of Rio Grande do Norte in the Northeast region of Brazil.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 13,577 |
| Population Density | 81 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 259 ft (79 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.7744°, -37.1014° |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Rio Grande do Norte |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.6 inches (725 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,530 |
About Paraú
Paraú is a small city in Brazil (Rio Grande do Norte) with a population of 13,577. The city sits at an elevation of 259 feet (79 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.6 inches. The timezone is America/Fortaleza.
Income: Paraú vs Brazil
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $1,530 |
| 98% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 231 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Paraú
Paraú has an average annual temperature of 27.7°C (82°F). The hottest month is Nov (29.7°C), the coldest is Jul (25.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 674 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.9°F |
| 48% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 360 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 259 ft (79 m) |
| Area | 168.0 sq mi (435.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 81/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -5.7744°N, 37.1014°W |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 2.3 in | |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 7.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| November | 83°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 83°F (28°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
Paraú has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 78°F in July to 83°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 30.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.9") and October the driest (0.1").
Museums in Paraú
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museu Local do Assu |
Libraries in Paraú
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Papa João XXIII | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Paraú
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feira de frutas | |||||
| Feira de peixes | |||||
| Feira Livre | |||||
| Feira Livre | |||||
| Feira Livre do Frutilândia | |||||
| Mercado Publico de Upanema | |||||
| Mercado Público Municipal |
Stadiums & Teams in Paraú
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Paraú
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dix-Sept Rosado Airport | MVF | Medium Airport |
| Açu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Caicó Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Caraúbas Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Currais Novos Airport | QCP | Small Airport |
| Jerônimo Sérgio Rosado Maia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jucurutu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lagoa Nova Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Paraú
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela Mãe Rainha | |
| Capela São Pedro e São Paulo |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Brazil
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Paraú
What is the population of Paraú?
Paraú has a population of 13,577 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 81 people per square mile, spread across 168.0 square miles.
Is Paraú expensive to live in?
The median household income is $1,530, 98% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Paraú?
Paraú has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.6 inches.
How is the job market in Paraú?
There are 231 business establishments in the area.