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Porto Novo Climate by Month

Porto Novo has pretty similar weather over the course of the year. The area is known for its low rainfall. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Porto Novo temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C in September, the warmest time of the year, to a pleasant 22°C during cooler months like February. At night, temperatures typically average around 19°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Porto Novo sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture, averaging 144 mm of rainfall per year. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, September receives moderate rainfall, averaging 46 mm of precipitation, recorded across 5 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, May brings less rainfall, with 1.7 mm over 3 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Porto Novo. While June receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 12.7 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 6.8 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Mindelo, Cape Verde (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Mindelo, Cape Verde (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Average water temperature

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

Water temperature over the year

Data from: Mindelo, Cape Verde (16 KM, 10 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Porto Novo in Cape Verde

During the months of January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, 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 Porto Novo?
    September has an average maximum temperature of 26°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Porto Novo?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 22°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Porto Novo?
    September tops the wettest month list with 46 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Porto Novo?
    May is the driest month with 2 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Porto Novo?
    June is the sunniest month with an average of 380 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Porto Novo

    Thu   Nov 21
    30°C | 17°C
    NE 18 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    29°C | 17°C
    NE 18 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    29°C | 17°C
    E 14 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain