São João do Carú, Brazil
Maranhão · Brazil
São João do Carú is a small city in Maranhão, Brazil with a population of 12,251. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
Discover São João do Carú, Brazil
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,251 |
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Coordinates | -3.5544°, -46.2558° |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Maranhão |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.6 inches (1,717 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About São João do Carú
São João do Carú is a small city in Brazil (Maranhão) with a population of 12,251. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet (44 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.6 inches. The timezone is America/Fortaleza.
Climate in São João do Carú
São João do Carú has an average annual temperature of 27.1°C (81°F). The hottest month is Oct (30.6°C), the coldest is Jul (25.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1753 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.2°F |
| 47% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Coordinates | 3.5544°S, 46.2558°W |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 8.6 in | |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 10.8 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 13.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 11.1 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 7.4 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 1.9 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 1.2 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 5.1 in |
São João do Carú has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 78°F in March to 81°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 67.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (13.9") and August the driest (1.2").
Schools in São João do Carú
21 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EM Paulo Freire | - | - | - | - |
| EM Frei Mário Guide | - | - | - | - |
| CM Artur Costa e Silva | - | - | - | - |
| EM João Paulo II | - | - | - | - |
| EM Rubens Ludwig | - | - | - | - |
| EM Dr. Antonio Rosena | - | - | - | - |
| Em De Educacao Infantil Pequeno Principe | - | - | - | - |
| EM Antonio Ramalho | - | - | - | - |
| CE Aldenor Leonidas Siqueira | - | - | - | - |
| Centro de Ensino Professora Conceição Brenha Raposo | - | - | - | - |
| Em Ditador Castelo Branco | - | - | - | - |
| EM Padre José de Anchieta | - | - | - | - |
| EM Prof. Rodrigo Cruz | - | - | - | - |
| EM R. Ludwig | - | - | - | - |
| EM Jerônimo de Albuquerque | - | - | - | - |
| Em Nossa dos Anjos | - | - | - | - |
| EM Menino Jesus | - | - | - | - |
| EM Duque de Caxias | - | - | - | - |
| Em Joao Paulo Ii | - | - | - | - |
| EM Duque de Caxias | - | - | - | - |
| EM Jardim Tropical | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near São João do Carú
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Boa Esperança Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Águia Branca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Amazônia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Lilliani Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Mastruz com Leite Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Serra Dourada Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zé Doca Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in São João do Carú
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assembleia de Sãui |
Quick Facts
🇧🇷 About Brazil
Public Holidays in Brazil
15 public holidays this year
Download Full City Report
Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for São João do Carú.
Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About São João do Carú
What is the population of São João do Carú?
São João do Carú has a population of 12,251 residents and is located in Brazil..
What is the weather like in São João do Carú?
São João do Carú has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 67.6 inches.
Nearby Cities
Want every data point for São João do Carú?
The full profile puts all sections on one printable page, no tabs.
Full City Profile