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São João da Barra, Brazil
Rio de Janeiro · Brazil
São João da Barra is a mid-size city in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil with a population of 38,708. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About São João da Barra
São João da Barra is a municipality located in the Brazilian state of Rio de Janeiro. Its population was 36,423 (2020) and its area is 459 km2 (177 sq mi).
It is home to the Superporto do Açu.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 38,708 |
| Population Density | 214 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | -21.6403°, -41.0511° |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Rio de Janeiro |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.0 inches (1,042 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,760 |
About São João da Barra
São João da Barra is a mid-size city in Brazil (Rio de Janeiro) with a population of 38,708. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.0 inches. The timezone is America/Sao_Paulo.
Income: São João da Barra vs Brazil
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $1,760 |
| 98% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 658 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in São João da Barra
São João da Barra has an average annual temperature of 25.4°C (78°F). The hottest month is Feb (28.4°C), the coldest is Jul (22.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1003 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.7°F |
| 38% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 262 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 180.6 sq mi (467.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 214/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -21.6403°N, 41.0511°W |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 4.9 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 5.9 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
São João da Barra has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 70°F in July to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 41.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.9") and August the driest (1.0").
Schools in São João da Barra
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E. M.Amalia Soares de Almeida | — | — | — | — |
| Colégio Estadual Alberto Torres | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal Domingos Fernandes da Costa | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Cenecista São João Batista | — | — | — | — |
| E. M. Professora Dalria Maria Gomes Macedo Gonçalves | — | — | — | — |
| C. E. Ercilia Muylaert de Menezes | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal Manoel Gomes do Nascimento | — | — | — | — |
| Centros Integrados de Educação Pública Professora Gladys Teixeira | — | — | — | — |
| Colégio Estadual Doutor Olimpio Saturnino de Brito | — | — | — | — |
| E. M. Amalia Soares de Almeida | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Estadual Doutor Newton Alves | — | — | — | — |
Museums in São João da Barra
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antiga Casa de Câmara e Cadeia | ||||
| APM - Arquivo Público Municipal de Campos dos Goytacazes - Waldir Pinto de Carvalho |
Libraries in São João da Barra
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APM - Arquivo Público Municipal de Campos dos Goytacazes - Waldir Pinto de Carvalho | 0.0 |
Hotels in São João da Barra
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in São João da Barra
10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in São João da Barra
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in São João da Barra
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in São João da Barra
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in São João da Barra
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in São João da Barra
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in São João da Barra
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in São João da Barra
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in São João da Barra
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near São João da Barra
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bartolomeu Lisandro Airport | CAW | Medium Airport |
| Macaé Benedito Lacerda Airport | MEA | Medium Airport |
| José Bernardo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quissamã Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Rio Louro Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| San Martin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| São João da Barra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vila de Tocos Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in São João da Barra
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capela Nossa Senhora da Penha | |
| Igreja da Boa Morte | |
| Igreja de Santo Antônio | |
| Igreja de São Pedro | |
| Igreja Matriz de São João Batista | |
| Igreja Nossa Senhora da Penha | |
| Igreja Santo Antônio | |
| Igreja São Benedito | |
| Igreja São João Maria Vianney |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About São João da Barra
What is the population of São João da Barra?
São João da Barra has a population of 38,708 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 214 people per square mile, spread across 180.6 square miles.
Is São João da Barra expensive to live in?
The median household income is $1,760, 98% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in São João da Barra?
São João da Barra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.0 inches.
How is the job market in São João da Barra?
There are 658 business establishments in the area.