Mindelo Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Mindelo, Santo Antao, Cape Verde. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Mindelo has a dry climate with very low precipitation, averaging 119 mm of rainfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)

Mindelo can be quite wet during September, receiving approximately 41 mm of precipitation over 5 rainy days.

In contrast May, experiences much drier conditions, with 1.1 mm of rainfall, spread across 3 rainy days.

September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C. The city receives 230 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 23°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Mindelo Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Cape Verde

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Cape Verde. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Mindelo’s average annual precipitation is 119 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

How is Precipitation Measured?

Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.

Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.

Interesting weather facts

• The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
• Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
• A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.

For more detailed information about Mindelo’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Mindelo Climate page.