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Tarrafal de São Nicolau Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Tarrafal de São Nicolau.
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Climate overview of Tarrafal de São Nicolau
With consistently stable weather, Tarrafal de São Nicolau, Sao Nicolau, Cape Verde, sees little seasonal temperature change. Daytime highs average 25°C (77°F), ranging from 28°C (82°F) in September to 23°C (73°F) in February.
With just 106 mm (4.2 in) of annual rainfall, the city has a dry, desert-like climate.
Tarrafal de São Nicolau Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Tarrafal de São Nicolau - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Tarrafal de São Nicolau
The climate in Tarrafal de São Nicolau remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in September. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 23°C (73°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 26°C (79°F) in September to 21°C (70°F) in February.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Tarrafal de São Nicolau
Tarrafal de São Nicolau experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation with almost no rainfall, generally receiving 106 mm (4.2 in) annually. Tarrafal de São Nicolau can be quite wet during September, receiving approximately 40 mm (1.6 in) of precipitation over 5 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (May), you will experience much drier conditions, with 0.7 mm (0.03 in) of precipitation spread across 2 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Tarrafal de São Nicolau Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Best Time to Visit Tarrafal de São Nicolau
Weather conditions in Tarrafal de São Nicolau vary little from month to month, so there is no clear best period based on weather alone.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
excellent
Feb
excellent
Mar
excellent
Apr
excellent
May
excellent
Jun
excellent
Jul
excellent
Aug
excellent
Sep
excellent
Oct
excellent
Nov
excellent
Dec
excellent
- Warmest weather: August, September, October and November
- Seasonal pattern: Very little rainfall year-round
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Tarrafal de São Nicolau
What is the best time to visit Tarrafal de São Nicolau?
Tarrafal de São Nicolau has very little rainfall year-round.
What temperatures can I expect in Tarrafal de São Nicolau?
Daytime highs range from 23°C (73°F) in February to 28°C (82°F) in September. Nighttime lows range from 21°C (70°F) to 26°C (79°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
How much rain does Tarrafal de São Nicolau get?
Annual rainfall is around 106 mm (4.2 in). September is the wettest month with 40 mm (1.6 in), while May is the driest with 0.7 mm (0.03 in).
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