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União dos Palmares, Brazil
Alagoas · Brazil
União dos Palmares is a mid-size city in Alagoas, Brazil with a population of 60,874. Elevation: 505 ft (154 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About União dos Palmares
União dos Palmares is a municipality located in the Brazilian state of Alagoas. Its population was 65,790 (2020) and its area is 428 km2 (165 sq mi). Surrounding agricultural land is largely dedicated to sugar cane and cattle. At one time, when the city was an active rail stop with regular passenger service, it was named simply União due to its rail junction joining Alagoas and Pernambuco. The name was changed in 1944 to reflect its historic significance. The city is increasingly seeing domestic and foreign tourist drawn by historical and natural features that are now protected in Parque Nacional Serra da Barriga and Parque Memorial Quilombo dos Palmares.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 60,874 |
| Population Density | 310 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 505 ft (154 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.1628°, -36.0319° |
| Timezone | America/Maceio |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Alagoas |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.5 inches (1,258 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,440 |
About União dos Palmares
União dos Palmares is a mid-size city in Brazil (Alagoas) with a population of 60,874. The city sits at an elevation of 505 feet (154 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.5 inches. The timezone is America/Maceio.
Income: União dos Palmares vs Brazil
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Income
| Median HH Income | $1,440 |
| 98% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 1,035 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in União dos Palmares
União dos Palmares has an average annual temperature of 23.9°C (75°F). The hottest month is Feb (26°C), the coldest is Aug (20.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1021 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.2°F |
| 45% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 326 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 505 ft (154 m) |
| Area | 196.5 sq mi (509.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 310/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.1628°N, 36.0319°W |
| Timezone | America/Maceio |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 6.3 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 7.6 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 8.8 in | |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 9.9 in | Wettest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 6.4 in | Coldest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 1.9 in |
União dos Palmares has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 70°F in August to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 56.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.9") and November the driest (1.1").
Schools in União dos Palmares
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colégio José Correia Vianna | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Joaquim Gomes de Araújo | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Alfredo Gomes da Silva | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Rocha Cavalcante | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Filomena Medeiros | — | — | — | — |
| Colégio Cenecista Santa Maria Madalena | — | — | — | — |
| Colégio Estadual Doutor Jorge de Lima | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Estadual Monsenhor Clóvis Duarte de Barros | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Mário Gomes de Barros | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Paulo Sarmento | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Salomé da Rocha Barros | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near União dos Palmares
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Educativa FM Maceió | brazilian music, educativa | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| 87 FM | local news, local radio | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Rádio 96 FM | música pop, pop rock | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio UFAL | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Maragogi Fm 97.3 | contemporary music, forró | MP3 128 kbps |
Libraries in União dos Palmares
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indústria do Conhecimento - SESI | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in União dos Palmares
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Público | |||||
| Mercado Público Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Público Municipal |
Restaurants in União dos Palmares
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in União dos Palmares
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in União dos Palmares
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in União dos Palmares
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in União dos Palmares
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near União dos Palmares
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Zumbi dos Palmares International Airport | MCZ | Large Airport |
| Aeroclube de Alagoas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Arapiraca Airport | APQ | Small Airport |
| Destilaria São Luiz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Santa Rita Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda São Braz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Garanhuns Airport | QGP | Small Airport |
| Governo Divaldo Suruagy Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Laginha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Manduca Leão Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Senador Teotônio Vilela Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uruba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Usina Porto Rico Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in União dos Palmares
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assembléia de Deus | |
| Igreja adventista do 7º dia | |
| Igreja Quandrangular |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near União dos Palmares
1 places within 15 km
- • Mirante de Toculo
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Public Holidays in Brazil
15 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About União dos Palmares
What is the population of União dos Palmares?
União dos Palmares has a population of 60,874 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 310 people per square mile, spread across 196.5 square miles.
Is União dos Palmares expensive to live in?
The median household income is $1,440, 98% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in União dos Palmares?
União dos Palmares has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.5 inches.
How is the job market in União dos Palmares?
There are 1,035 business establishments in the area.