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São Paulo do Potengi, Brazil

Rio Grande do Norte · Brazil

São Paulo do Potengi is a small city in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil with a population of 16,786. Elevation: 256 ft (78 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
16,786 Population 184/sq mi density
256 ft Elevation 78 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
25.1 in Annual Rain
America / Fortaleza Timezone
$1,454 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$1,454 median income

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Full City Profile

People

Population16,786
Density184/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$1,454

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain25.1 in/yr
Sunny Days355/yr
Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Population16,786
Population Density184 / sq mi
Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Coordinates-5.8950°, -35.7628°
TimezoneAmerica/Fortaleza
Country🇧🇷 Brazil
State / ProvinceRio Grande do Norte
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation25.1 inches (637 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,454

About São Paulo do Potengi

São Paulo do Potengi is a small city in Brazil (Rio Grande do Norte) with a population of 16,786. The city sits at an elevation of 256 feet (78 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.1 inches. The timezone is America/Fortaleza.

The median household income in São Paulo do Potengi is $1,454, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 285 business establishments.

Income: São Paulo do Potengi vs Brazil

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Income

Median HH Income$1,454
98% below Brazil avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)285

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in São Paulo do Potengi

São Paulo do Potengi has an average annual temperature of 26.4°C (80°F). The hottest month is Dec (27.9°C), the coldest is Jul (24.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1139 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.7°C / 82°F 22.3° / 35.8° 75.9
Feb 27.7°C / 82°F 22.5° / 35.4° 86.3
Mar 26.8°C / 80°F 22.2° / 34.4° 193.1
Apr 26.3°C / 79°F 21.8° / 32.3° 165.4
May 25.9°C / 79°F 21.3° / 31.7° 163.1
Jun 25°C / 77°F 19.9° / 31.1° 162.1
Jul 24.2°C / 76°F 18.9° / 30.3° 134.9
Aug 24.4°C / 76°F 18.5° / 31.6° 56.1
Sep 25.6°C / 78°F 19.5° / 33.7° 29.4
Oct 27.1°C / 81°F 21.1° / 35.2° 15.2
Nov 27.9°C / 82°F 22.2° / 35.7° 25.2
Dec 27.9°C / 82°F 22.5° / 35.6° 32.5
São Paulo do Potengi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 355 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 25.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 256 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average75.8°F
40% above Brazil avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days355 days/yr

Geography

Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Area91.3 sq mi (236.4 km²)
Population Density184/sq mi
Coordinates-5.8950°N, 35.7628°W
TimezoneAmerica/Fortaleza

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.1"
34% below Brazil avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 5.08"
Driest Month (Oct) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Jan 11, 2010.

Jan 11, 2010 2 km NW of Poço Branco, Brazil M4.3 34 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 1.3 in
February 80°F (27°C) 2.6 in Warmest
March 80°F (26°C) 4.7 in
April 79°F (26°C) 5.1 in Wettest
May 77°F (25°C) 3.8 in
June 75°F (24°C) 3.0 in
July 73°F (23°C) 3.2 in Coldest
August 75°F (24°C) 1.4 in
September 76°F (25°C) 0.8 in
October 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in Driest
November 79°F (26°C) 0.3 in
December 80°F (26°C) 0.6 in

São Paulo do Potengi has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 73°F in July to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.1") and October the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in São Paulo do Potengi

Institution Type Founded Website
IFRN - Campus São Paulo do Potengi College Visit →

Schools in São Paulo do Potengi

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
SESC LER
CEMEI
Centro de Capacitação e Estudos em Metodologias e Tecnologias de Desenvolvimento Rual Sustentável da Agricultura Familiar
Colégio São José
Pré-Escolar Pequeno Príncipe
Escola Maurício Freire
Sociedade Educadora São Francisco
Escola Senador Dinarte Mariz
Escola Vereador Luiz Antônio
Djalma Marinho
Escola Municipal
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Radio Stations near São Paulo do Potengi

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Rádio Clock 94,1 FM adult, contemporany AAC 64 kbps
Ouvindo a Biblia MP3 64 kbps
Rádio Serrana Mix ecletic, ecletica MP3 128 kbps
Rockett 97,7 rock MP3 128 kbps
Rádio Tradição Católica católica, cristã MP3 96 kbps
Radio Sepiol AAC 128 kbps
Jovem Pan FM - Vitória - ES - 100.1 contemporary hits radio, jovem AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in São Paulo do Potengi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Memorial Mons. Expedito
Museu Pedra da Fé
Solar João Anselmo

Libraries in São Paulo do Potengi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Monsenhor Walfredo Gurgel0.0

Farmers Markets in São Paulo do Potengi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercadinho São Miguel
Mercado Público
Mercado Público Municipal

Restaurants in São Paulo do Potengi

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Restaurante Popular

Clinics in São Paulo do Potengi

4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BR #801772849
BR #801772850
CEO
CRI

Gas Stations in São Paulo do Potengi

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BR #504830219
BR #504830220

Banks in São Paulo do Potengi

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banco do Brasil

Gyms in São Paulo do Potengi

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Academia da Saúde

Stadiums & Teams in São Paulo do Potengi

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near São Paulo do Potengi

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rio Grande do Norte/São Gonçalo do Amarante–Governador Aluízio Alves International AirportNATLarge Airport
Natal Air Force BaseMedium Airport
Campos de Melo AirportSmall Airport
Ceará Mirim AirportSmall Airport
Fazenda Bebida Velha AirportSmall Airport
Jardim de Angicos AirportSmall Airport
Lagoa Nova AirportSmall Airport
Maxaranguape AirportSmall Airport
Pedro Simões Pimenta AirportSmall Airport
Santa Cruz AirportSmall Airport
Senador Antônio Farias AirportSmall Airport
Severino Lopes AirportSmall Airport
Stratus Ale AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in São Paulo do Potengi

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capela Nossa Senhora da Conceição
Igreja Evangélica Assembléia de Deus
Igreja Matriz de São Paulo Apóstolo

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Fortaleza

🇧🇷 About Brazil

Capital Brasilia
Population 209,469,333
Area 8,511,965 km²
GDP (USD) $2,191,131,869,706
GDP per capita $10,378
HDI 0.760
Life expectancy 75.9 years
Internet users 84.2%
Urban population 87.6%
Currency BRL (Real)
Languages Portuguese
Calling code +55
TLD .br
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Brazil

15 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Confraternização Universal
Feb 16 Carnival Carnaval
Feb 17 Carnival Carnaval
Apr 3 Good Friday Sexta-feira Santa
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo de Páscoa
Apr 21 Tiradentes Dia de Tiradentes
May 1 Labour Day Dia do Trabalhador
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Corpus Christi
Jul 9 Constitutionalist Revolution of 1932 Revolução Constitucionalista de 1932
Sep 7 Independence Day Dia da Independência
Oct 12 Our Lady of Aparecida Nossa Senhora Aparecida
Nov 2 All Souls' Day Dia de Finados
Nov 15 Republic Proclamation Day Proclamação da República
Nov 20 Black Awareness Day Dia da Consciência Negra
Dec 25 Christmas Day Natal

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Frequently Asked Questions About São Paulo do Potengi

What is the population of São Paulo do Potengi?

São Paulo do Potengi has a population of 16,786 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 184 people per square mile, spread across 91.3 square miles.

Is São Paulo do Potengi expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,454, 98% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in São Paulo do Potengi?

São Paulo do Potengi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 355 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.1 inches.

How is the job market in São Paulo do Potengi?

There are 285 business establishments in the area.

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