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Raposa, Brazil
Maranhão · Brazil
Raposa is a small city in Maranhão, Brazil with a population of 11,883. Elevation: 1,270 ft (387 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 11,883 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,270 ft (387 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.5167°, -44.1833° |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Maranhão |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.8 inches (934 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,450 |
About Raposa
Raposa is a small city in Brazil (Maranhão) with a population of 11,883. The city sits at an elevation of 1,270 feet (387 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.8 inches. The timezone is America/Fortaleza.
Income: Raposa vs Brazil
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $1,450 |
| 98% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 202 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Raposa
Raposa has an average annual temperature of 27.9°C (82°F). The hottest month is Oct (30.8°C), the coldest is Mar (25.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 853 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.3°F |
| 47% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 353 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,270 ft (387 m) |
| Area | 1,252.5 sq mi (3,243.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.5167°N, 44.1833°W |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 7.3 in | |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 7.8 in | |
| March | 76°F (25°C) | 9.3 in | Wettest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 7.1 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 7.1 in |
Raposa has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 75°F in June to 81°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 50.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (9.3") and July the driest (0.3").
Schools in Raposa
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UEB Santa Terezinha | - | - | - | - |
| EM Santa Terezinha | - | - | - | - |
| EM Tabelião Luso Sandes Raposo | - | - | - | - |
| EM Deusdeth Gaspar | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Raposa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frango de Prata |
Stadiums & Teams in Raposa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Raposa
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Benedito Leite Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cafe Buriti Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Colinas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Brejo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Cacimbas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Calumbi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Colina Verde Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Maná Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Maria Helena Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Simeão Brandão Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Tiúba Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Guadalupe Airport | GDP | Small Airport |
| José Mendes Ribeiro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Major Brigadeiro do Ar Rui Moreira Lima Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Merlin Agro/Itaúna Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mirador Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pastos Bons Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇧🇷 About Brazil
Public Holidays in Brazil
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Raposa
What is the population of Raposa?
Raposa has a population of 11,883 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 1,252.5 square miles.
Is Raposa expensive to live in?
The median household income is $1,450, 98% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Raposa?
Raposa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 353 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.8 inches.
How is the job market in Raposa?
There are 202 business establishments in the area.