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Pontes e Lacerda offers a quiet, grounded lifestyle in Brazil’s Mato Grosso region—ideal for expats seeking affordability, open space, and a close-knit community. Daily life moves at a relaxed pace, with low costs and minimal bureaucracy, making it appealing for those prioritizing simplicity and value. Healthcare and public transport meet basic needs but are limited compared to larger cities, and while crime is low, serious medical care requires travel to regional hubs. The lack of an established expat scene means integration into local culture is essential, not optional. It’s a practical choice for self-reliant individuals comfortable outside expat bubbles.
Population
29,381
Area
4,755 km²
Density
6 per km²
Founded
-
Language
Portuguese
Distance to Coast
1277 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Pontes e Lacerda
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Climate & Weather in Pontes e Lacerda
Pontes e Lacerda has a **tropical savanna climate** with a distinct wet season and dry season, and it stays hot throughout the year. Long-term climate data show a pronounced rainy period from late spring through summer, while the dry season is much sunnier, drier, and less humid; this is consistent with the city's current very hot, low-humidity conditions during the dry season.
Summer Average
32°C
Winter Average
24°C
Climate Type
Tropical savanna
Rainy Days
120
Sunny Days
250
Humidity
68%
Spring
September - November
23-33°C
Spring is hot and increasingly wet, with thunderstorms becoming more frequent toward November. Temperatures often rise sharply, and humidity begins to recover after the dry season.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
December - February
22-31°C
Summer is the main rainy season, with warm nights, high humidity, and frequent heavy showers. Cloud cover is common, and rainfall is typically the highest of the year.
Very High rainfall
Autumn
March - May
19-30°C
Autumn remains warm but becomes noticeably drier as the wet season fades. Skies are often partly cloudy, and rainfall drops steadily into late autumn.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
June - August
18-31°C
Winter is the dry season, with very low rainfall, clearer skies, and low humidity. Days stay hot, but nights and early mornings are relatively cooler than the rest of the year.
Very Low rainfall
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Air Quality
Pontes e Lacerda
Advantages
Pontes e Lacerda
Abundant green spaces nearby
Affordable cost of living
Close-knit community atmosphere
Access to local education
Growing regional business hub
Disadvantages
Pontes e Lacerda
Limited higher education options
Few job opportunities locally
Minimal nightlife and entertainment
Poor infrastructure development
Limited coworking spaces
Safety & Security in Pontes e Lacerda
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
55
/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
Environmental risk assessments are being researched. The indicators below show what data will be available soon.
