Guarulhos, Brazil
Major city · Population 1.2M
Guarulhos is the 13th largest city in Brazil with a population of approximately 1,169,577 people as of 2026. This makes it the 449th largest city in the world, accounting for 0.55% of Brazil's total population of 212.0M. Guarulhos is classified as a major city and operates in the America/Sao_Paulo timezone. The average annual temperature is 20.1°C with 1,282 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 773 meters above sea level.
Population
1,169,577
Global Rank
#449
Country Rank
#13
% of Brazil
0.55%
Avg Temperature
20.1°C
Annual Rainfall
1,282 mm
Elevation
773 m
Timezone
America/Sao_Paulo
Guarulhos on the Map
Climate in Guarulhos
Guarulhos's warmest month is Feb and the coldest is Jul. The wettest month is Dec with 204 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Brazil at a Glance
Country Population
211,998,573
Capital
Brasília
Region
South America
Major Cities
382
GDP per Capita
$10,311
Life Expectancy
75.8 years
Urban Population
87.9%
Growth Rate
0.00%
Other Major Cities in Brazil
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Guarulhos with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cangaiba | 141,172 | 4 km |
| Vila Medeiros | 114,839 | 5 km |
| Ermelino Matarazzo | 112,333 | 7 km |
| Vila Maria | 108,543 | 8 km |
| Vila Jacui | 134,189 | 9 km |
| Vila Matilde | 103,558 | 9 km |
| Artur Alvim | 104,864 | 10 km |
| Mandaqui | 103,665 | 11 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Guarulhos?
The population of Guarulhos, Brazil is approximately 1,169,577 people, making it the 449th largest city in the world and the 13th largest in Brazil.
Is Guarulhos the capital of Brazil?
No, the capital of Brazil is Brasília. Guarulhos is the 13th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Guarulhos?
Guarulhos has an average annual temperature of 20.1°C and receives 1,282 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Feb and the coldest is Jul.
What timezone is Guarulhos in?
Guarulhos is in the America/Sao_Paulo timezone.