January Rainfall and Precipitation in Cape Verde
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Cape Verde precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Cape Verde receive in January?
In January, Santa Maria typically receives modest rainfall, around 5.5 mm (0.2 in), making this a relatively dry month.
How many days does it rain in Cape Verde in January?
Santa Maria sees roughly a single day rainy days during January.
Is January part of the rainy season in Cape Verde?
January is generally a drier month for Cape Verde, falling outside the main rainy season.
What is the wettest city in January in Cape Verde?
Looking at our data, Porto Novo tops the wettest-cities list in Cape Verde for January, with monthly rainfall averaging 7.8 mm (0.3 in).
What is the driest city in January in Cape Verde?
The driest place is Vila do Maio with an average rainfall of 3.4 mm (0.1 in) according to our data.
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