Alfenas
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Alfenas month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Alfenas are typically May, June and July, with average daytime highs around 23–24°C. September is usually the warmest month (average high 28°C), July the coldest (average low 12°C), and January the wettest (about 207 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.5 | 20.0 | 207 | 9.6 |
| February | 27.6 | 19.8 | 153 | 10.1 |
| March | 27.6 | 19.4 | 104 | 10.4 |
| April | 26.3 | 17.6 | 38 | 10.2 |
| May | 24.0 | 14.7 | 27 | 9.5 |
| June | 22.8 | 13.0 | 13 | 9.5 |
| July | 23.1 | 12.2 | 5 | 10.2 |
| August | 24.7 | 13.6 | 17 | 10.0 |
| September | 28.3 | 16.7 | 33 | 10.9 |
| October | 28.0 | 18.5 | 101 | 9.6 |
| November | 27.1 | 18.4 | 170 | 9.8 |
| December | 27.5 | 19.5 | 188 | 10.1 |
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01 · OverviewAlfenas, in brief
Alfenas is a municipality located in the southern portion of the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais. The city functions within the America/Sao_Paulo timezone and holds a population of 78,970 residents according to geographic data records.
Daily movement across the municipality relies on a network of roadways, connecting the area via highways MG 179, BR 491, and BR 369. The locality sits 335 km from the state capital of Belo Horizonte and 300 km from São Paulo. Urban transit and regional exchange intersect with economic life rooted in agriculture, specifically the growing of coffee across a planted area of 16,000 ha. Additional daily agrarian transport involves crops such as corn across 6,000 ha, alongside potatoes, beans, tomatoes, vegetables, bananas, and citrus fruits. Alfenas also serves as the headquarters of the Brazil Specialty Coffee Association.
Daily student populations move through established higher education institutions well known around the country for agronomy and dentistry. Unifenas (Universidade José do Rosario Velano), a private school, recorded an enrollment of 4,549 students across 18 undergraduate courses in 2005. Meanwhile, Unifal (Universidade Federal de Alfenas), a public school, recorded an enrollment of over 5,000 students in 2013 across 33 undergraduate courses, alongside graduate courses in chemistry, pharmacy, and health sciences.
Daily routines also reflect the proximity to Lake Furnas, one of Brazil's largest artificial lakes, located scant kilometres away to the north. Bathing 34 municipalities, the lake draws tourists who utilize its waters for boating, jet-skiing, swimming, and fishing, supported by 18 hotels with approximately 1,200 rooms recorded in 2006. The municipality operates under the slogan "Alfenas, the gateway to the sea of Minas" in reference to this body of water.
Historical and administrative frameworks connect the territory to its nomenclature, which refers to a colonial family that settled in the area. Members of the family of Martins Alfena were among the first settlers in the zone that became Alfenas, taking their family name from the city of Alfena in northern Portugal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alfenas
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01 · Q&AWhere is Alfenas located and what are its coordinates?
Alfenas is situated in Brazil at geographic coordinates -21.4292, -45.9472, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Alfenas?
Alfenas has a recorded population of approximately 78,970 and observes the America/Sao_Paulo time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Alfenas?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Alfenas include PT-BR, Spanish, English, French, with BRL used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Alfenas?
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