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Peçanha, Brazil
Minas Gerais · Brazil
Peçanha is a small city in Minas Gerais, Brazil with a population of 17,446. Elevation: 2,572 ft (784 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Peçanha
Peçanha is a municipality in the state of Minas Gerais in the Southeast region of Brazil.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 17,446 |
| Population Density | 39 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,572 ft (784 m) |
| Coordinates | -18.5486°, -42.5569° |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Minas Gerais |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.9 inches (733 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,680 |
About Peçanha
Peçanha is a small city in Brazil (Minas Gerais) with a population of 17,446. The city sits at an elevation of 2,572 feet (784 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.9 inches. The timezone is America/Sao_Paulo.
Income: Peçanha vs Brazil
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Income
| Median HH Income | $1,680 |
| 98% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 297 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Peçanha
Peçanha has an average annual temperature of 23.3°C (74°F). The hottest month is Oct (25.3°C), the coldest is Jul (20.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 901 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.6°F |
| 33% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 325 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,572 ft (784 m) |
| Area | 446.0 sq mi (1,155.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 39/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -18.5486°N, 42.5569°W |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 8.5 in | |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 6.1 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 8.8 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 11.2 in | Wettest |
Peçanha has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 62°F in June to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 53.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (11.2") and August the driest (0.6").
Colleges & Universities in Peçanha
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| IFMG - Campus São João Evangelista | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Peçanha
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Estadual Abelardo da Cunha | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Estadual Doutor Antônio da Cunha Pereira | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Estadual Sady da Cunha | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Estadual Senador Simão da Cunha | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto Educacional Bravieira | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Municipal Doutor Odilon Behrens | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educacional Maria Tereza Queiroz - Apae | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Municipal Thayanne Helenita Eleto | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Municipal de Paiol | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Municipal dos Costas | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Peçanha
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RADIO CIDADE 100.1 | - | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio Cidade 87.5 FM | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Peçanha
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museu Histórico de Peçanha |
Libraries in Peçanha
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 |
Hotels in Peçanha
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Peçanha
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Peçanha
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Peçanha
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Peçanha
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Peçanha
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Coronel Altino Machado Airport | GVR | Medium Airport |
| Fazenda Casa Branca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Itamarandiba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Maria do Suaçuí Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Peçanha
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Agência de Correios de Peçanha |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Peçanha
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Igreja de São Geraldo | |
| Igreja do Sagrado Coração de Jesus | |
| Igreja Matriz de Santo Antônio | |
| Igreja Presbiteriana em Peçanha | |
| Igreja Sagrada Face |
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Public Holidays in Brazil
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Peçanha
What is the population of Peçanha?
Peçanha has a population of 17,446 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 39 people per square mile, spread across 446.0 square miles.
Is Peçanha expensive to live in?
The median household income is $1,680, 98% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Peçanha?
Peçanha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.9 inches.
How is the job market in Peçanha?
There are 297 business establishments in the area.