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Barra do Bugres offers a grounded, small-city rhythm with wide-open skies and a pace that suits those seeking simplicity without isolation. Expats appreciate its quiet reliability—affordable housing, accessible healthcare, and functional public transport make daily life manageable, even easy, for Portuguese speakers or those learning. It’s a place where community feels within reach, and safety is generally good, though not without the petty crime common in midsize Brazilian towns. The trade-off? Limited international amenities and a sparse expat scene mean integration requires initiative. If you value authenticity over convenience, this could be a quiet win.
Population
31,311
Area
1,708 km²
Density
18 per km²
Founded
-
Language
Portuguese
Distance to Coast
1513 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Barra do Bugres
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Climate & Weather in Barra do Bugres
Barra do Bugres has a tropical savanna climate (Köppen Aw), with hot weather year-round, a pronounced rainy season in summer, and a drier winter. Long-term references indicate an annual mean temperature around 25.5-25.7°C and annual rainfall around 1,193-1,568 mm, consistent with a warm, seasonally wet climate in Brazil's Cerrado-Amazon transition zone.
Summer Average
28°C
Winter Average
23°C
Climate Type
Tropical Savanna
Rainy Days
73
Sunny Days
113
Humidity
66%
Spring
September - November
26-32°C
Spring is hot and increasingly humid, with thunderstorms becoming more frequent as the wet season approaches. Afternoon heat is common, and conditions can feel very muggy.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
December - February
27-33°C
Summer is the wettest season, with frequent rain showers and thunderstorms. Temperatures stay high, and humidity remains elevated.
Very High rainfall
Autumn
March - May
24-30°C
Autumn remains warm, but rainfall gradually decreases after the peak wet season. Rainfall can still be regular early in the season before the drier pattern strengthens.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
June - August
20-27°C
Winter is the driest part of the year, with more sunshine and lower humidity than summer. Even in winter, daytime temperatures usually stay warm, though mornings and nights can be noticeably cooler.
Low rainfall
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Air Quality
Barra do Bugres
Advantages
Barra do Bugres
Several local parks
Small-city community feel
Multiple universities nearby
Low-density urban pace
Regional center access
Disadvantages
Barra do Bugres
Limited nightlife options
Few coworking spaces
Housing affordability issues
Complex bureaucracy
Safety & Security in Barra do Bugres
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
53
/100
Brazil Avg
54
South America Avg
54
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
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Brazil Average
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Safety Index
0510
Low
Safety from Crime
0510
Concerning
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Critical
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Dangerous
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Concerning
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: N/A
Data Currently Under Investigation
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