Santo Antao is one of several regions in Cape Verde, with temperatures that range from 22°C (72°F) in February to 27°C (81°F) during the peak of September. We've based our full climate overview on data from Mindelo, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
The climate in Santo Antao, especially in Mindelo, remains comfortable all year, with average temperatures ranging from 22°C (72°F) to 27°C (81°F).
When it comes to rainfall, Santo Antao experiences moderate variations in precipitation across the seasons. You can expect around 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain in September, dropping to 1 mm (0.04 in) in May. The driest period occurs in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, November and December, with rainfall remaining under 7 mm (0.3 in).
Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for May, when daylight hours are at their peak.
