Cape Verde Weather by Month: Temperature & Rainfall Guide

Many people wonder what the weather conditions are in Cape Verde over the year. What is the best time to visit Cape Verde?

This page shows the average weather conditions by month in Cape Verde over the year in: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December.

Cape Verde in January

In January the weather in Cape Verde is generally excellent. The average maximum daytime temperatures are high and range from 22°C (72°F) in Porto Novo to 25°C (77°F) in Cidade Velha.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Cape Verde in February

In February the weather in Cape Verde is generally excellent. The temperatures range from pleasant in Porto Novo with 22°C (72°F) to high in Cidade Velha with 25°C (77°F). On average, this month is the coldest month of the year in Cape Verde.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Cape Verde in March

In March the weather in Cape Verde is generally excellent. The temperatures range from pleasant in Porto Novo with 22°C (72°F) to high in Cidade Velha with 26°C (79°F). On average, this month is the coldest month of the year in Cape Verde.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Cape Verde in April

In April the weather in Cape Verde is generally excellent. The average maximum daytime temperatures are high and range from 22°C (72°F) in Porto Novo to 26°C (79°F) in Cidade Velha.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Cape Verde in May

In May the weather in Cape Verde is generally excellent. The average maximum daytime temperatures are high and range from 23°C (73°F) in Porto Novo to 27°C (81°F) in Cidade Velha.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Cape Verde in June

In June the weather in Cape Verde is generally excellent. The average maximum daytime temperatures are high and range from 24°C (75°F) in Porto Novo to 27°C (81°F) in Cidade Velha.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Cape Verde in July

In July the weather in Cape Verde is generally excellent. The average maximum daytime temperatures are high and range from 25°C (77°F) in Porto Novo to 28°C (82°F) in Cidade Velha.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Cape Verde in August

In August the weather in Cape Verde is generally excellent. The average maximum daytime temperatures are high and range from 26°C (79°F) in Porto Novo to 29°C (84°F) in Boa Ventura.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Cape Verde in September

In September the weather in Cape Verde ranges from very good in Sal Rei to excellent in Santa Maria. The average maximum daytime temperatures are high and range from 26°C (79°F) in Porto Novo to 30°C (86°F) in Boa Ventura. On average, this month is one of the warmest months of the year in Cape Verde. So be prepared and make sure to dress lightly.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Cape Verde in October

In October the weather in Cape Verde is generally excellent. The average maximum daytime temperatures are high and range from 26°C (79°F) in Porto Novo to 30°C (86°F) in Boa Ventura.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Cape Verde in November

In November the weather in Cape Verde is generally excellent. The average maximum daytime temperatures are high and range from 25°C (77°F) in Porto Novo to 28°C (82°F) in Cidade Velha.

Find more detailed climate information for Cape Verde in November here.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Cape Verde in December

In December the weather in Cape Verde is generally excellent. The average maximum daytime temperatures are high and range from 23°C (73°F) in Porto Novo to 27°C (81°F) in Cidade Velha.

Find more detailed climate information for Cape Verde in December here.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

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