Riacho da Cruz, Brazil
Rio Grande do Norte · Brazil
Riacho da Cruz is a small town in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil with a population of 2,701. Elevation: 561 ft (171 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 2,701 |
| Population Density | 50 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 561 ft (171 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.9364°, -37.9464° |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Rio Grande do Norte |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.7 inches (729 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Riacho da Cruz
Riacho da Cruz is a small town in Brazil (Rio Grande do Norte) with a population of 2,701. The city sits at an elevation of 561 feet (171 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.7 inches. The timezone is America/Fortaleza.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.7°F |
| 51% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 561 ft (171 m) |
| Area | 54.6 sq mi (141.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 50/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.9364°S, 37.9464°W |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 9.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 80°F (26°C) | 8.2 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 1.2 in | |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
Riacho da Cruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in June to 82°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 32.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (9.0") and September the driest (0.1").
Schools in Riacho da Cruz
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Municipal Camila de Léllis | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Riacho da Cruz
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rádio Maroca | mpb | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Riacho da Cruz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antigo Mercado Público | |||||
| Mercado Público | |||||
| Mercado Público | |||||
| Mercado PuBlico de Portalegre | |||||
| Mercado Público de Umarizal |
Clinics in Riacho da Cruz
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Riacho da Cruz
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Riacho da Cruz
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Riacho da Cruz
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dix-Sept Rosado Airport | MVF | Medium Airport |
| Brejo das Freiras Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Brisanet Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Caraúbas Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gládia Girão Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jaguaribe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Jeová Gomes Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jerônimo Sérgio Rosado Maia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Martins Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pau dos Ferros Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Riacho da Cruz
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correios |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Riacho da Cruz?
Riacho da Cruz has a population of 2,701 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 50 people per square mile, spread across 54.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Riacho da Cruz?
Riacho da Cruz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 28.7 inches.
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