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Vera Cruz, Brazil
Rio Grande do Sul · Brazil
Vera Cruz is a small city in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil with a population of 26,710. Elevation: 381 ft (116 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Vera Cruz
Vera Cruz is a municipality in the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul. It was founded on 7 June 1959 and it has a population of 27,099 as of 2020.
People
Economy
C+Climate
| Population | 26,710 |
| Population Density | 196 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 381 ft (116 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.7167°, -52.5032° |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| State / Province | Rio Grande do Sul |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.8 inches (2,026 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $3,067 |
About Vera Cruz
Vera Cruz is a small city in Brazil (Rio Grande do Sul) with a population of 26,710. The city sits at an elevation of 381 feet (116 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.8 inches. The timezone is America/Sao_Paulo.
Income: Vera Cruz vs Brazil
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $3,067 |
| 96% below Brazil avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 454 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Vera Cruz
Vera Cruz has an average annual temperature of 18.9°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.8°C), the coldest is Jul (12.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1416 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above Brazil avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 268 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 381 ft (116 m) |
| Area | 136.0 sq mi (352.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 196/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.7167°N, 52.5032°W |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 5.6 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 6.0 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 4.4 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 58°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 74°F (24°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 5.5 in |
Vera Cruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 58°F in July to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 54.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and August the driest (3.1").
Schools in Vera Cruz
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escola Anchieta | — | — | — | — |
| EEEF Paraguaçu | — | — | — | — |
| E.M.E.I Dona Dionéa | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal de Educação Infantil Raio de Luz | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Municipal de Ensino Fundamental João Carlos Rech | — | — | — | — |
| EEEF Ten. José Jerônimo Mesquita | — | — | — | — |
| Escola Polivalente | — | — | — | — |
| EMEF ELEMAR GUILHERME KROTH | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Vera Cruz
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terra Gaúcha | gaúcha, nativa | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Vera Cruz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial da UNISC | ||||
| Museu do Colégio Mauá (Arqueologia, Etnologia, Historia) |
Libraries in Vera Cruz
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Central | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Professora Elisa Gil Borowski | 0.0 | |||||
| Bloco 9 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Vera Cruz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comercial Seival | |||||
| Feira Ecológica Ecovale | |||||
| Feira Orgânica Santo Inácio | |||||
| Feira Rural Arroio Grande | |||||
| Feira Rural Bonfim | |||||
| Feira Rural Central | |||||
| Feira Rural Esmeralda | |||||
| Feira Rural Independência | |||||
| Feira Rural Linha Santa Cruz | |||||
| Feira Rural Oktoberfest | |||||
| Feira Rural Senai | |||||
| Mercado da Simone | |||||
| Mercado Fritzen | |||||
| Mercado Konzen | |||||
| Mercado Simone |
Hotels in Vera Cruz
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Vera Cruz
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Vera Cruz
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Vera Cruz
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Vera Cruz
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Vera Cruz
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Vera Cruz
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Vera Cruz
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Vera Cruz
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cachoeira do Sul Airport | QDB | Small Airport |
| Fazenda Santa Helena Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fazenda São Miguel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nova Era Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rio Pardo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Cruz do Sul Airport | CSU | Small Airport |
| Sítio Enel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sobradinho Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Teutofly Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vale do Taquari Regional Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Vera Cruz
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Comunidade Nossa Senhora Auxiliadora | |
| Igreja Adventista do Sétimo Dia | |
| Igreja Assembléia de Deus | |
| Igreja Católica Nossa Senhora Aparecida - Esquina Koelzer | |
| Igreja Evangélica de Confissão Luterana do Brasil | |
| Igreja Luterana | |
| Igreja Luterana | |
| Igreja São José | |
| Paróquia Santa Teresa |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Vera Cruz
What is the population of Vera Cruz?
Vera Cruz has a population of 26,710 residents and is located in Brazil. The population density is 196 people per square mile, spread across 136.0 square miles.
Is Vera Cruz expensive to live in?
The median household income is $3,067, 96% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Vera Cruz?
Vera Cruz enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 79.8 inches.
How is the job market in Vera Cruz?
There are 454 business establishments in the area.