Tianguá
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Tianguá month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Tianguá are typically May, June and July, with average daytime highs around 26–27°C. October is usually the warmest month (average high 30°C), August the coldest (average low 19°C), and March the wettest (about 227 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.4 | 19.6 | 127 | 10.0 |
| February | 25.9 | 19.7 | 169 | 9.5 |
| March | 25.6 | 19.8 | 227 | 9.3 |
| April | 25.6 | 19.8 | 167 | 9.7 |
| May | 25.8 | 19.8 | 64 | 10.5 |
| June | 25.9 | 19.1 | 28 | 11.0 |
| July | 26.5 | 18.8 | 17 | 11.3 |
| August | 28.2 | 18.5 | 8 | 11.4 |
| September | 29.5 | 18.7 | 6 | 11.4 |
| October | 30.1 | 19.0 | 11 | 11.4 |
| November | 29.6 | 19.3 | 24 | 11.4 |
| December | 28.5 | 19.6 | 48 | 10.8 |
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- Documented history · 1938
The town of Tianguá was elevated to the category of city in 1938, through Decree-Law No.
- Documented history
The town of Tianguá was elevated to the category of city in 1938, through Decree-Law No. 448 of September 20 of that year.
- Elevation to City Category
The town of Tianguá was elevated to the category of city in 1938 through Decree-Law No. 448 of September 20.
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- Wikidata structured records for Tianguá
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01 · OverviewTianguá, in brief
Highlands and waters
Tianguá is a municipality situated in the state of Ceará, located within the Northeast region of Brazil. Governed by Mayor Luiz Menezes de Lima, the city administers a population of 76,537 residents.
The hook of the river
Etymological roots trace the name Tianguá to Tupi terminology. According to the book Tianguá ... Roots of its history and culture, the words Tyanha, meaning hook, and Guaba, meaning water, combine to signify the hook that holds the waters. This designation references the Tianguá River, a stream running south of the urban center, along with its tributaries.
Three distinct terrains
Geographically, the municipality divides into three distinct zones: cuesta, carrasco, and sertão. Furthermore, the municipal territory incorporates a portion of the vast Serra da Ibiapaba Environmental Protection Area, an ecological reserve encompassing 1,592,550 hectares, which was officially created in 1996.
A historical turning point
A major administrative milestone arrived on September 20, 1938. Through Decree-Law No. 448 issued on that date, the town of Tianguá was officially elevated to the category of city, permanently reshaping its local governance and civic status within Ceará.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tianguá
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01 · Q&AWhere is Tianguá located and what are its coordinates?
Tianguá is situated in Brazil at geographic coordinates -3.7322, -40.9917, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Tianguá?
Tianguá has a recorded population of approximately 76,537 and observes the America/Fortaleza time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Tianguá?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Tianguá include PT-BR, Spanish, English, French, with BRL used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Tianguá?
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