São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo, Brazil
Minas Gerais · Brazil
São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo is a small city in Minas Gerais, Brazil with a population of 11,850. Elevation: 2,178 ft (664 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo
São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo is a Brazilian municipality located in the state of Minas Gerais. The city belongs to the mesoregion Metropolitana de Belo Horizonte and to the microregion of Itabira. As of 2020, the estimated population was 11,019.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 11,850 |
| Population Density | 67 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,178 ft (664 m) |
| Coordinates | -19.8261°, -43.3622° |
| 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 | 37.6 inches (954 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $2,400 |
About São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo
São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo is a small city in Brazil (Minas Gerais) with a population of 11,850. The city sits at an elevation of 2,178 feet (664 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 37.6 inches. The timezone is America/Sao_Paulo.
Income: São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo vs Brazil
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Income
| Median HH Income | $2,400 |
| 97% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 201 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo
São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo has an average annual temperature of 22.6°C (73°F). The hottest month is Oct (24.4°C), the coldest is Jul (19.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1048 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.2°F |
| 30% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,178 ft (664 m) |
| Area | 177.8 sq mi (460.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 67/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -19.8261°N, 43.3622°W |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 9.6 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 6.6 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 71°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 8.5 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 12.5 in | Wettest |
São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 64°F in June to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 56.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (12.5") and July the driest (0.5").
Radio Stations near São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rádio Tropical Vale 96.1 FM | hits, sertaneja | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Light 103.9 FM | adulta, flashback | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Rádio A Sertaneja | sertaneja, sertanejo raiz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rádio Inconfidência 880 AM | esportes, futebol | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Lasafá | — | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Rádio Good Times | românticas | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Rádio Bom Sucesso 95.5 FM | cultural | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa da Câmara e Cadeia | ||||
| Memorial Afonso Pena | ||||
| Museu Antoniano | ||||
| Museu do Tropeiro |
Libraries in São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Francisco Ferreira Nunes | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Terezinha Fajardo Incerti | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tancredo Neves International Airport | CNF | Large Airport |
| Pampulha - Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport | PLU | Medium Airport |
| Carlos Prates Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cirrus Sociedade Aerodesportiva Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Haras RPC Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Mucambo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lagoa Santa Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Ponte Nova Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Serra do Cipó Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo
What is the population of São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo?
São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo has a population of 11,850 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 67 people per square mile, spread across 177.8 square miles.
Is São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo expensive to live in?
The median household income is $2,400, 97% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo?
São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo 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. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.6 inches.
How is the job market in São Gonçalo do Rio Abaixo?
There are 201 business establishments in the area.
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