Cape Verde

Cape Verde Weather in January

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

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Planning a getaway to Cape Verde this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Cape Verde in January

January 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 22°C (72°F) in Porto Novo to 25°C (77°F) in Cidade Velha. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Cidade Velha and 20°C (68°F) in Porto Novo.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Cape Verde, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Vila do Maio with an average of 3.4 mm (0.1 in) to low rainfall in Porto Novo with 7.8 mm (0.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Santa Maria typically sees 183 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in Cape Verde in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Cape Verde.

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 January for some of the most popular destinations in Cape Verde?

Temperature range in Cape Verde (January)

Precipitation variation in Cape Verde (January)

Santa Maria

In January Santa Maria generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
183 hours
176 hours
Monthly rainfall
3 mm (0.1 in)
5.5 mm (0.2 in)
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Santa Maria →

Sal Rei

In January Sal Rei generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
183 hours
176 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.2 mm (0.1 in)
4.8 mm (0.2 in)
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sal Rei →

Mindelo

In January Mindelo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
230 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
5.8 mm (0.2 in)
5.7 mm (0.2 in)
3.9 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mindelo →

Praia

In January Praia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
203 hours
225 hours
237 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.5 mm (0.2 in)
4.1 mm (0.2 in)
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Praia →

Vila do Maio

In January Vila do Maio generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
203 hours
225 hours
237 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.1 mm (0.2 in)
3.4 mm (0.1 in)
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Vila do Maio →

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In our records: Cape Verde January extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Cape Verde dropped to 12°C (54°F) in Praja on January 24, 2011.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Santa Maria 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 5.5 mm (0.2 in)
Sal Rei 25°C (77°F) 21°C (70°F) 4.8 mm (0.2 in)
Mindelo 23°C (73°F) 20°C (68°F) 5.7 mm (0.2 in)
Praia 25°C (77°F) 20°C (68°F) 4.1 mm (0.2 in)
Vila do Maio 24°C (75°F) 22°C (72°F) 3.4 mm (0.1 in)
Porto Novo 22°C (72°F) 20°C (68°F) 7.8 mm (0.3 in)

Cape Verde weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cape Verde in January?

Expect perfect weather across Cape Verde in January. The popular destination of Santa Maria averages 24°C (75°F) by day and 21°C (70°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Cape Verde in January?

Daytime temperatures in Santa Maria peak at roughly 24°C (75°F) in January, dropping to about 21°C (70°F) overnight.

Does Cape Verde get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Cape Verde during January, with Santa Maria averaging close to 5.5 mm (0.2 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Cape Verde?

In our opinion, January 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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