Cape Verde

Cape Verde Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Cape Verde in August.

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Are you planning a trip a to Cape Verde in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Cape Verde in August

August in Cape Verde generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 26°C (79°F) in Porto Novo to 29°C (84°F) in Boa Ventura. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Boa Ventura and 23°C (73°F) in Porto Novo.

For specific regional insights in Cape Verde, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Sal with an average of 18 mm (0.7 in) to moderate rainfall in São Filipe with 58 mm (2.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Santa Maria gets approximately 161 hours of sunlight in August, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Cape Verde in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Cape Verde

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Cape Verde?

Temperature range in Cape Verde (August)

Precipitation variation in Cape Verde (August)

Santa Maria

In August Santa Maria generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
149 hours
161 hours
179 hours
Monthly rainfall
4 mm (0.2 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
3 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Santa Maria →

Sal Rei

In August Sal Rei generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
149 hours
161 hours
179 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.3 mm (0.2 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
4 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Sal Rei →

Mindelo

In August Mindelo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
230 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
7.1 mm (0.3 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mindelo →

Praia

In August Praia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
200 hours
219 hours
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Praia →

Vila do Maio

In August Vila do Maio generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
200 hours
219 hours
Monthly rainfall
9.9 mm (0.4 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Vila do Maio →

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In our records: Cape Verde August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Cape Verde in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest August day in Cape Verde brought 155 mm (6.1 in) in Vila do Maio on August 26, 2008.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Cape Verde in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Santa Maria 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Sal Rei 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Mindelo 26°C (79°F) 24°C (75°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Praia 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Vila do Maio 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Porto Novo 26°C (79°F) 23°C (73°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)

Cape Verde weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cape Verde in August?

Expect perfect weather across Cape Verde in August. The popular destination of Santa Maria averages 27°C (81°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Cape Verde in August?

Santa Maria averages a daytime maximum of 27°C (81°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

Does Cape Verde get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Cape Verde during August, with Santa Maria averaging close to 20 mm (0.8 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Cape Verde?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Cape Verde with overall perfect weather in Santa Maria.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in offering mostly perfect weather in Santa Maria.

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