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Várzea da Palma, Brazil

Minas Gerais · Brazil

Várzea da Palma is a mid-size city in Minas Gerais, Brazil with a population of 33,744. Elevation: 1,716 ft (523 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

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33,744 Population 25/sq mi density
1,716 ft Elevation 523 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
39.1 in Annual Rain
America / Sao Paulo Timezone
$1,939 Median Income
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Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$1,939 median income

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About Várzea da Palma

Várzea da Palma

Várzea da Palma is a municipality in north-central Minas Gerais in Brazil. Its population in 2020 was 39,803 in a total area of 2,220 km2 (860 sq mi).

People

Population33,744
Density25/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$1,939

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation1,716 ft (523 m)
Population33,744
Population Density25 / sq mi
Elevation1,716 ft (523 m)
Coordinates-17.5976°, -44.7337°
TimezoneAmerica/Sao_Paulo
Country🇧🇷 Brazil
State / ProvinceMinas Gerais
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation39.1 inches (994 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,939

About Várzea da Palma

Várzea da Palma is a mid-size city in Brazil (Minas Gerais) with a population of 33,744. The city sits at an elevation of 1,716 feet (523 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.1 inches. The timezone is America/Sao_Paulo.

The median household income in Várzea da Palma is $1,939, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 574 business establishments.

Income: Várzea da Palma vs Brazil

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Income

Median HH Income$1,939
97% below Brazil avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)574

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Várzea da Palma

Várzea da Palma has an average annual temperature of 24.7°C (76°F). The hottest month is Oct (27.2°C), the coldest is Jul (21.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 850 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.1°C / 77°F 17.9° / 34.7° 178.4
Feb 25°C / 77°F 17.8° / 34.5° 162.2
Mar 25.4°C / 78°F 17.6° / 35.3° 66.3
Apr 25.2°C / 77°F 16.5° / 34.9° 39.8
May 23.5°C / 74°F 12.6° / 33.7° 11.1
Jun 22.3°C / 72°F 12.7° / 32.6° 0.7
Jul 21.9°C / 71°F 12.2° / 32.8° 1.9
Aug 23.6°C / 75°F 12.5° / 34.9° 4.6
Sep 26.9°C / 80°F 15.4° / 39.2° 7.7
Oct 27.2°C / 81°F 18.5° / 39.1° 92.3
Nov 25.3°C / 78°F 16° / 35° 132.1
Dec 25.5°C / 78°F 17.6° / 35.2° 153.2
Várzea da Palma has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 265 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 39.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,716 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average73.6°F
36% above Brazil avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,716 ft (523 m)
Area1,326.8 sq mi (3,436.5 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates-17.5976°N, 44.7337°W
TimezoneAmerica/Sao_Paulo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.1"
3% above Brazil avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 8.27"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M4.1 on May 19, 2012.

May 19, 2012 14 km WSW of Montes Claros, Brazil M4.1 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 8.3 in Wettest
February 77°F (25°C) 4.4 in
March 76°F (25°C) 4.5 in
April 74°F (23°C) 2.0 in
May 71°F (22°C) 0.6 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 67°F (20°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 71°F (21°C) 0.2 in
September 75°F (24°C) 0.9 in
October 77°F (25°C) 3.5 in Warmest
November 76°F (25°C) 6.4 in
December 76°F (24°C) 8.1 in

Várzea da Palma has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 67°F in July to 77°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.3") and June the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Várzea da Palma

Institution Type Founded Website
SENAI College

Schools in Várzea da Palma

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escola Estadual Joseph Hein
Escola Estadual Presidente Tancredo de Almeida Neves
Escola Estadual Emília de Paula
Escola Estadual Joaquim de Paula Ferreira
Escola Municipal Waldomiro Magalhães
Escola Antonio Marques
Escola Municipal Quintiliana Lucia Vieira
Escola Municipal Marcino Teles de Castro
Escola Municipal Agenor Evangelista Filho
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Radio Stations near Várzea da Palma

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Farmers Markets in Várzea da Palma

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Feirinha de Buritizeiro
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal Avelita Rocha Coelho

Restaurants in Várzea da Palma

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Restaurante Serrinha

Clinics in Várzea da Palma

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BR #900467928
BR #900467929
Posto de Saúde Serrinha e Jardim América

Bus Stations in Várzea da Palma

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rodoviária

Gas Stations in Várzea da Palma

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Posto HB
Posto JM
Posto Palmas
Posto Santana
Posto Serrinha

Banks in Várzea da Palma

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banco do Brasil
Caixa Econômica Federal

Gyms in Várzea da Palma

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Studio One

Stadiums & Teams in Várzea da Palma

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Airports Near Várzea da Palma

29 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fazenda Araras AirportSmall Airport
Fazenda Baluarte AirportSmall Airport
Fazenda Buritiz AirportSmall Airport
Fazenda Capão AirstripSmall Airport
Fazenda Caraíbas AirportSmall Airport
Fazenda Caravelas AirsrtipSmall Airport
Fazenda Chapadinha AirportSmall Airport
Fazenda Cochilo AirportSmall Airport
Fazenda Fortaleza de Santa Terezinha AirportSmall Airport
Fazenda Genipapo AirportSmall Airport
Fazenda JK do FormosoSmall Airport
Fazenda Marambaia AirportSmall Airport
Fazenda Marreco AirportSmall Airport
Fazenda Nazaré AirportSmall Airport
Fazenda Paraíso AirstripSmall Airport
Fazenda Perdizes AirportSmall Airport
Fazenda Santa Rita AirportSmall Airport
Fazenda Santo Antônio AirportSmall Airport
Fazenda Serra do Cabral AirportSmall Airport
Fazenda Triangulo Formoso AirstripSmall Airport
Fazenda Vereda AirportSmall Airport
Fazenda Viveiros AirportSmall Airport
Jonis Pereco AirportSmall Airport
Nilo Bicalho AirportSmall Airport
Pirapora AirportPIVSmall Airport
Sada Siderurgia Ltda AirportSmall Airport
Simão Sarkis Simão AirportSmall Airport
Três Marias AirportSmall Airport
Várzea da Palma AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Várzea da Palma

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Correios

Churches & Religious Organizations in Várzea da Palma

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capela Nossa Senhora Rosa Mística
Igreja Adventista do Sétimo Dia
Igreja Matriz Nossa Senhora da Conceição
Salão do Reino das Testemunhas de Jeová

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Waterfalls
4
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Sao_Paulo

🇧🇷 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 Várzea da Palma

What is the population of Várzea da Palma?

Várzea da Palma has a population of 33,744 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 1,326.8 square miles.

Is Várzea da Palma expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,939, 97% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Várzea da Palma?

Várzea da Palma has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.1 inches.

How is the job market in Várzea da Palma?

There are 574 business establishments in the area.

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