Cape Verde

Cape Verde Weather in July

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

Thinking about venturing to Cape Verde this July and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Cape Verde in July

July 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 25°C (77°F) in Porto Novo to 28°C (82°F) in Cidade Velha. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Cidade Velha and 22°C (72°F) in Porto Novo.

For a closer look at conditions across Cape Verde, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Sal with an average of 3.9 mm (0.2 in) to low rainfall in São Filipe with 15 mm (0.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Santa Maria gets approximately 149 hours of sunlight in July, 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 July

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

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

Temperature range in Cape Verde (July)

Precipitation variation in Cape Verde (July)

Santa Maria

In July Santa Maria generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
149 hours
161 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
4 mm (0.2 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
3 days
Weather conditions

Sal Rei

In July Sal Rei generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
149 hours
161 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
4.3 mm (0.2 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Mindelo

In July Mindelo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
250 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.5 mm (0.1 in)
7.1 mm (0.3 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
2 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Praia

In July Praia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
278 hours
215 hours
200 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Vila do Maio

In July Vila do Maio generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
278 hours
215 hours
200 hours
Monthly rainfall
1 mm (0.04 in)
9.9 mm (0.4 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
6 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in July

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Santa Maria 26°C (79°F) 23°C (73°F) 4 mm (0.2 in)
Sal Rei 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 4.3 mm (0.2 in)
Mindelo 25°C (77°F) 23°C (73°F) 7.1 mm (0.3 in)
Praia 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Vila do Maio 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 9.9 mm (0.4 in)
Porto Novo 25°C (77°F) 22°C (72°F) 9.9 mm (0.4 in)

Cape Verde weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cape Verde in July?

July in Cape Verde brings perfect weather. In Santa Maria, daytime temperatures are typically around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows hover near 23°C (73°F).

What is the average temperature in Cape Verde in July?

Daytime temperatures in Santa Maria peak at roughly 26°C (79°F) in July, dropping to about 23°C (73°F) overnight.

Does Cape Verde get a lot of rain in July?

Not particularly. Santa Maria averages just 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain in July, making it a mostly dry month for Cape Verde.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Cape Verde?

Given the typically perfect weather conditions in Santa Maria, July might be a good time to visit Cape Verde.

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

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