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Mindelo Climate by Month

Mindelo has relatively stable weather with warm temperatures. It experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation, with almost no rainfall. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

With minimal seasonal shifts, Mindelo experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C in September to a comfortable 22°C in the coolest month, February. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 20°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Mindelo is known for its low rainfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 119 mm. The climate in Mindelo shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect moderate rainfall in September, with an average of 41 mm of precipitation over 5 rainy days. In contrast, May offers drier and sunnier days, with around 1.1 mm of rainfall over 3 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Mindelo serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in June with an average of 12.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 6.8 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Mindelo ranges from 22°C in February to 26°C in August.

Water temperature over the year

The best time of year to visit Mindelo in Cape Verde

During the months of January, February, March, April, May, June, July, November and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Mindelo?
    September has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Mindelo?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 22°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Mindelo?
    September tops the wettest month list with 41 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Mindelo?
    May is the driest month with 1 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Mindelo?
    June is the sunniest month with an average of 380 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Mindelo

    Thu   Dec 05
    28°C | 21°C
    NE 22 km/h
    0.5 mm
    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain

    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain

    Fri   Dec 06
    28°C | 21°C
    NE 29 km/h
    9.1 mm
    partly cloudy and thunder

    partly cloudy and thunder

    Sat   Dec 07
    28°C | 22°C
    NE 32 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain