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São Nicolau, Brazil
Rio Grande do Sul · Brazil
São Nicolau is a small city in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil with a population of 5,118. Elevation: 515 ft (157 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About São Nicolau
São Nicolau is a municipality of the state of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. It was founded in 1626 by Jesuit priest Roque González y de Santa Cruz. The population is 5,208 in an area of 485.32 km2 (187.38 sq mi). It is located 562 km west of the state capital of Porto Alegre, northeast of Alegrete. The Uruguay River, which forms the border with Argentina, flows along the northwestern part of the municipality.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 5,118 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 515 ft (157 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.1825°, -55.2672° |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Rio Grande do Sul |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 101.0 inches (2,566 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $2,527 |
About São Nicolau
São Nicolau is a small city in Brazil (Rio Grande do Sul) with a population of 5,118. The city sits at an elevation of 515 feet (157 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 101.0 inches. The timezone is America/Sao_Paulo.
Income: São Nicolau vs Brazil
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Income
| Median HH Income | $2,527 |
| 97% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 87 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.5°F |
| 32% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 515 ft (157 m) |
| Area | 324.8 sq mi (841.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.1825°N, 55.2672°W |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 5.7 in | Warmest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 6.0 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 6.0 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 6.4 in | Coldest |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 5.6 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 4.9 in | Driest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 5.8 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 7.0 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 5.6 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 5.9 in |
São Nicolau has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 60°F in June to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 71.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.2") and August the driest (4.9").
Schools in São Nicolau
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Padre Cristóvão de Mendonça | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Professora Maria Seggiareo Hoffmann | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in São Nicolau
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in São Nicolau
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in São Nicolau
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near São Nicolau
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeropel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Apóstoles Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bonetti Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cambaí Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Davi Luis Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Estância Namuncurá Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Formigueiro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Maragata Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Luis Alberto Lehr Airport | SRA | Small Airport |
| Oberá Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Palmares Airport | — | Small Airport |
| São Luís Gonzaga Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in São Nicolau
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Congregação Cristã no Brasil | |
| Igreja Assembléia de Deus | |
| Igreja Assembléia de Deus | |
| Igreja Assembléia de Deus | |
| Igreja Batista Nacional | |
| Igreja Batista Salém da Missão | |
| Igreja Brasil Para Cristro | |
| Igreja Deus é Amor | |
| Igreja Deus é Amor | |
| Igreja Evangélica Luterana do Brasil | |
| Igreja Luterana | |
| Igreja Mundial | |
| Salão do Reino dos Testemunhas de Jeová |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Brazil
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What is the population of São Nicolau?
São Nicolau has a population of 5,118 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 324.8 square miles.
Is São Nicolau expensive to live in?
The median household income is $2,527, 97% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in São Nicolau?
São Nicolau has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 101.0 inches.
How is the job market in São Nicolau?
There are 87 business establishments in the area.