São Francisco de Paula

São Francisco de Paula extends across 3,317 square kilometers at 907 meters elevation in Rio Grande do Sul, with subtropical climate and annual rainfall exceeding 2,000 millimeters.

The settlement originated in 1852 when Pedro da Silva Chaves donated land for a church, leading to its establishment as a municipality on January 7, 1903.

The municipality hosts an annual literary week in November, engaging students and educators in reading activities throughout municipal schools.

The central district contains a new medical imaging center at the local hospital, enhancing healthcare services for over 21,000 residents.

Winter temperatures in São Francisco de Paula drop to -6.5°C, making it one of the few Brazilian municipalities that experiences annual snowfall between July and August.

Location: Rio Grande do Sul

Inception: May 21, 1878

Elevation above the sea: 907 m

Shares border with: Monte Alegre dos Campos, Bom Jesus, Cambará do Sul, Canela, Caxias do Sul, Itati, Jaquirana, Maquiné, Praia Grande, Riozinho, Rolante, Taquara, Três Coroas, Três Forquilhas

Website: http://saofranciscodepaula.rs.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -29.44778,-50.58389

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:38