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Santa Cruz do Capibaribe, Brazil
Pernambuco · Brazil
Santa Cruz do Capibaribe is a mid-size city in Pernambuco, Brazil with a population of 98,254. Elevation: 1,460 ft (445 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 98,254 |
| Population Density | 696 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,460 ft (445 m) |
| Coordinates | -7.9575°, -36.2047° |
| Timezone | America/Recife |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Pernambuco |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.6 inches (802 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,800 |
About Santa Cruz do Capibaribe
Santa Cruz do Capibaribe is a mid-size city in Brazil (Pernambuco) with a population of 98,254. The city sits at an elevation of 1,460 feet (445 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.6 inches. The timezone is America/Recife.
Income: Santa Cruz do Capibaribe vs Brazil
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $1,800 |
| 98% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 8 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1 |
| Healthcare | 4 |
| Retail | 1 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Santa Cruz do Capibaribe
Santa Cruz do Capibaribe has an average annual temperature of 24.6°C (76°F). The hottest month is Feb (26.4°C), the coldest is Jul (21.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 597 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.5°F |
| 40% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 347 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,460 ft (445 m) |
| Area | 141.1 sq mi (365.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 696/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -7.9575°N, 36.2047°W |
| Timezone | America/Recife |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 74°F (24°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 1.9 in | |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 0.6 in |
Santa Cruz do Capibaribe has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 69°F in August to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 16.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.2") and November the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Santa Cruz do Capibaribe
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Técnica Estadual José Nivaldo Pereira Ramos | College | — | — |
Schools in Santa Cruz do Capibaribe
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Padre Zuzinha | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Dinâmica | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Professora Maria Lúcia Alves | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Luiz Alves | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Doutor Adilson Bezerra | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal João Maia Neto | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santa Cruz do Capibaribe
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rádio Som Brega | musica brasileira | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Riacho FM - O Amor da Cidade | brega, entrevistas | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Almanaque | adulto contemporaneo | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Forró | regional music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Cordeiro | pop music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Sertaneja | country | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Estádio | futebol | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Católica | catholic | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Lembrança | flashback | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio C | pop dance | MP3 128 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Santa Cruz do Capibaribe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadão | |||||
| Mercado Público Municipal | |||||
| Parque das Feiras | |||||
| Parque das Feiras |
Hotels in Santa Cruz do Capibaribe
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Santa Cruz do Capibaribe
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Santa Cruz do Capibaribe
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Santa Cruz do Capibaribe
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Santa Cruz do Capibaribe
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Santa Cruz do Capibaribe
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Santa Cruz do Capibaribe
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Cruz do Capibaribe
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Cruz do Capibaribe
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Presidente João Suassuna Airport | CPV | Medium Airport |
| Caruaru Airport | CAU | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Alto do Cruzeiro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Lagoa do Cavalo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fernando João Pereira dos Santos Filho Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pesqueira Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Severino Farias Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Santa Cruz do Capibaribe
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correios |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Cruz do Capibaribe
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Igreja Católica São Cristóvão | |
| Igreja Santo Agostinho | |
| Paróquia Nossa Senhora | |
| Paróquia Senhor Bom Jesus dos Aflitos |
Quick Facts
Around Santa Cruz do Capibaribe
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Brazil
15 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Santa Cruz do Capibaribe
What is the population of Santa Cruz do Capibaribe?
Santa Cruz do Capibaribe has a population of 98,254 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 696 people per square mile, spread across 141.1 square miles.
Is Santa Cruz do Capibaribe expensive to live in?
The median household income is $1,800, 98% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Santa Cruz do Capibaribe?
Santa Cruz do Capibaribe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.6 inches.
How is the job market in Santa Cruz do Capibaribe?
There are 8 business establishments in the area, including 1 restaurants and food service locations.