Santa Cruz do Escalvado, Brazil
Minas Gerais · Brazil
Santa Cruz do Escalvado is a small town in Minas Gerais, Brazil with a population of 4,673. Elevation: 1,345 ft (410 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°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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About Santa Cruz do Escalvado
Santa Cruz do Escalvado is a Brazilian municipality located in the state of Minas Gerais. The city belongs to the mesoregion of Zona da Mata and to the microregion of Ponte Nova. As of 2020, the estimated population was 4,725.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,673 |
| Population Density | 35 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,345 ft (410 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.2361°, -42.8139° |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Minas Gerais |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.5 inches (1,029 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Cruz do Escalvado
Santa Cruz do Escalvado is a small town in Brazil (Minas Gerais) with a population of 4,673. The city sits at an elevation of 1,345 feet (410 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.5 inches. The timezone is America/Sao_Paulo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.9°F |
| 29% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,345 ft (410 m) |
| Area | 133.0 sq mi (344.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 35/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.2361°S, 42.8139°W |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 8.4 in | |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 7.9 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 10.0 in | Wettest |
Santa Cruz do Escalvado has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 64°F in July to 75°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 50.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (10.0") and June the driest (0.6").
Radio Stations near Santa Cruz do Escalvado
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rádio Ponte Nova FM 89.7 MHz (Ponte Nova - MG) | misc | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Profecia Expresso | gospel | AAC+ 24 kbps |
Libraries in Santa Cruz do Escalvado
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 |
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Cruz do Escalvado
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Cruz do Escalvado
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeroporto Elias Breder Airport | JMA | Small Airport |
| Aerovaço Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ponte Nova Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ubaporanga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Viçosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Cruz do Escalvado
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela de velórios | |
| Igreja das Mercês | |
| Igreja Matriz | |
| Santuário de Santana |
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What is the population of Santa Cruz do Escalvado?
Santa Cruz do Escalvado has a population of 4,673 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 133.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Cruz do Escalvado?
Santa Cruz do Escalvado enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 40.5 inches.
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