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Santa Maria Climate by Month

Santa Maria has a steady warm climate throughout the year. The city has a dry climate with very low precipitation levels. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Santa Maria temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in September to a comfortable 23°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 21°C in February.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Santa Maria sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture, averaging 94 mm of rainfall per year. The seasons in Santa Maria, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, September, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 36 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 4 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, May, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0.4 mm over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

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

Sunshine over the year

Santa Maria enjoys sunny spells year-round. April sees up to 7.2 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. July, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.0 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Sal, Cape Verde (15 KM, 9 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Sal, Cape Verde (15 KM, 9 Miles).

Average water temperature

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

Water temperature over the year

Data from: Sal, Cape Verde (15 KM, 9 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Santa Maria in Cape Verde

During the months of January, February, March, April, May, June, July 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 Santa Maria?
    September has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Santa Maria?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 23°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Santa Maria?
    September tops the wettest month list with 36 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Santa Maria?
    May is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Santa Maria?
    April is the sunniest month with an average of 217 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Santa Maria

    Thu   Dec 05
    27°C | 22°C
    SE 29 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Fri   Dec 06
    27°C | 23°C
    NE 32 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

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

    almost clear and no rain