Ponta do Sol Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The weather in Ponta do Sol is characterized by a steady average temperature throughout the year.
The city sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The temperature in Ponta do Sol remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently comfortable climate. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 27°C in September. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 22°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 20°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Ponta do Sol has a dry climate with very low precipitation, averaging 122 mm of rainfall annually. Ponta do Sol can be quite wet during September, receiving approximately 38 mm of precipitation over 5 rainy days. In contrast May, experiences much drier conditions, with 1.9 mm of rainfall, spread across 3 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Ponta do Sol Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Ponta do Sol can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of June under a blue sky, with approximately 12.7 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 6.8 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Ponta do Sol.
The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 77%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 68%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Ponta do Sol 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:
September has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 22°C.
September tops the wettest month list with 38 mm of rainfall.
May is the driest month with 2 mm of precipitation.
June is the sunniest month with an average of 380 hours of sunshine.
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