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Catas Altas

City in Minas Gerais, Brazil

Overview

Catas Altas is a charming colonial town set in the mountains of Minas Gerais, famous for its baroque architecture, tranquil pace of life, and proximity to the stunning Serra do Caraça. With a population of just over 5,700, it offers an authentic Brazilian countryside experience.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Brazil
State
Minas Gerais
Population
5,706
Time Zone
America/Sao_Paulo
Coordinates
-20.07°, -43.42°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
55
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$471
Local Cost
$327
Local Income
$320
Cashless
20
English
20
Temperature
21.8°C
Summer Avg
23.1°C
Winter Avg
19.5°C
Record High
40.4°C
Record Low
6.5°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
1196 mm
City Vibrancy
4
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
0
Parks
3

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 55/100.

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