Weather in December in Cape Verde
Thinking about venturing to Cape Verde this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Cape Verde in December?
December in Cape Verde generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C in Porto Novo to 27°C in Praia. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C in Praia and 21°C in Porto Novo.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Sal with an average of 2.9 mm to low rainfall in Porto Novo with 7.7 mm.Average sunshine
The city Santa Maria usually sees around 156 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.For specific regional insights in Cape Verde for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Cape Verde climate page.
Where to go in Cape Verde in December
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Cape Verde?
Santa Maria
In December Santa Maria generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Sal Rei
In December Sal Rei generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Mindelo
In December Mindelo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Praia
In December Praia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Vila do Maio
In December Vila do Maio generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is December the best time to visit Cape Verde?
In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Cape Verde with overall perfect weather in Santa Maria.
Generally speaking, provide perfect weather in Santa Maria.
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