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Tuntum, Brazil
Maranhão · Brazil
Tuntum is a mid-size city in Maranhão, Brazil with a population of 36,251. Elevation: 358 ft (109 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 36,251 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 358 ft (109 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.2581°, -44.6489° |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Maranhão |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.9 inches (1,317 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,200 |
About Tuntum
Tuntum is a mid-size city in Brazil (Maranhão) with a population of 36,251. The city sits at an elevation of 358 feet (109 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.9 inches. The timezone is America/Fortaleza.
Income: Tuntum vs Brazil
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Income
| Median HH Income | $1,200 |
| 98% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 616 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Tuntum
Tuntum has an average annual temperature of 28°C (82°F). The hottest month is Oct (31°C), the coldest is Mar (25.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1052 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.1°F |
| 48% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 242 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 358 ft (109 m) |
| Area | 1,665.0 sq mi (4,312.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -5.2581°N, 44.6489°W |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 7.3 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 8.4 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 11.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 9.0 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 83°F (29°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| November | 83°F (28°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 4.7 in |
Tuntum has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in June to 83°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 51.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (11.7") and July the driest (0.5").
Schools in Tuntum
24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colégio Militar XI Luzia Carvalho Oliveira Leda | - | - | - | - |
| EM Antônio Moreira Lucena | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educa Mais Estado do Maranhão | - | - | - | - |
| EM Raimundo Ferreira Lima | - | - | - | - |
| EM Zezila Borges Brasil | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Municipal Pedrina Fernandes Brito | - | - | - | - |
| EM Maria Secretária | - | - | - | - |
| EM Luís Coelho | - | - | - | - |
| Centro de Ensino Isaac Martins | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Santa Gianna Beretta Molla | - | - | - | - |
| Escola Municipal de Tempo Integral Dr. Rafael Seabra | - | - | - | - |
| Centro de Ensino José Pinheiro Coelho | - | - | - | - |
| EM Alberto Fonseca Viana | - | - | - | - |
| UE Terezinha Almeida Pereira | - | - | - | - |
| Educandário Construtores do Saber | - | - | - | - |
| Pré-Escolar Lourdes Mourão | - | - | - | - |
| Sociedade de Educadores Escola Cristã O Pastorzinho | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educacional Millennium | - | - | - | - |
| EM José Cordeiro | - | - | - | - |
| EM Santos Dumont | - | - | - | - |
| Ec Crista Evangelica O Pastorzinho | - | - | - | - |
| Colégio Municipal José Teixeira | - | - | - | - |
| Em Santa Rita | - | - | - | - |
| EM Santa Clara | - | - | - | - |
Clinics in Tuntum
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tuntum
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tuntum
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Agrícola Rizzi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Agropecuária JMW Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Barra do Corda Airport | BDC | Small Airport |
| Cajamar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Colinas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Calumbi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Fresadora Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Gesso Integral | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Graúna Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Lago da Pedra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Lagoa da Floresta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Maná Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Pajeú Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fazenda São Luiz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Francisco Ramalho Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gessomar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Itapecuru Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Presidente José Sarney Airport | PDR | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tuntum
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assembléia de Deus | |
| Igreja de São Cristóvão | |
| Paróquia de São Raimundo Nonato |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Brazil
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tuntum
What is the population of Tuntum?
Tuntum has a population of 36,251 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 1,665.0 square miles.
Is Tuntum expensive to live in?
The median household income is $1,200, 98% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Tuntum?
Tuntum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.9 inches.
How is the job market in Tuntum?
There are 616 business establishments in the area.