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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).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 12,251 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| 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) |
| Median Household Income | $960 |
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.
Income: São João do Carú vs Brazil
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $960 |
| 99% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 208 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
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) |
| Sunny Days | 215 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Area | 770.9 sq mi (1,996.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -3.5544°N, 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 (NCES 2022-23 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 |
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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. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 770.9 square miles.
Is São João do Carú expensive to live in?
The median household income is $960, 99% below the national average of $75,149.
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. The area receives 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.6 inches.
How is the job market in São João do Carú?
There are 208 business establishments in the area.