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Santiago Island Weather & Climate: Cape Verde

Climate by month across Santiago Island, Cape Verde, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Santiago Island

Santiago Island in Cape Verde sees its peak temperatures in September (29°C (84°F)) and its coolest in February (24°C (75°F)). For a full breakdown of what to expect throughout the year, we've put together a climate overview based on data from Praia, the region's most visited city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

The weather in Santiago Island during January, February, March, April, May and December is comfortably warm, with average temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 27°C (81°F).

Precipitation in Santiago Island varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in September with 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while May stays relatively dry with 0 mm (0 in). For those seeking drier weather, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, November and December typically see minimal rainfall, never exceeding 13 mm (0.5 in).

For those seeking sunshine, May usually has the brightest skies, making it an excellent time for exploring the region.

Explore Santiago Island by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Santiago Island — and find the best time to visit. (based on Praia)

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Praia Tarrafal Assomada Cidade Velha
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Climate map of Santiago Island

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Praia 25°C (77°F) 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 25°C (77°F) 202 mm (8 in) 2,926 hours
Tarrafal 24°C (75°F) 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 25°C (77°F) 171 mm (6.7 in) 2,926 hours
Assomada 25°C (77°F) 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 25°C (77°F) 195 mm (7.7 in) 2,926 hours
Cidade Velha 25°C (77°F) 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 25°C (77°F) 201 mm (7.9 in) 2,926 hours

Places in Santiago Island, Cape Verde

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