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Cape Verde Weather in March

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

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Considering a trip to Cape Verde this March and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Cape Verde in March

March in Cape Verde generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Porto Novo at 22°C (72°F) to warm in Cidade Velha at 26°C (79°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Cidade Velha and 19°C (66°F) in Porto Novo. Although March is typically the coldest month, there are still areas in Cape Verde where the temperatures are mild, allowing for a comfortable visit any time of the year.

To explore the conditions in Cape Verde in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

March is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 1.2 mm (0.05 in) in Santa Maria.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in March. Santa Maria typically receives 202 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Cape Verde — and find the best time to visit. (based on Santa Maria)

January24°C (75°F) February23°C (73°F) March23°C (73°F) April23°C (73°F) May24°C (75°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August27°C (81°F) September28°C (82°F) October28°C (82°F) November26°C (79°F) December25°C (77°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Cape Verde in March

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

Temperature range in Cape Verde (March)

Precipitation variation in Cape Verde (March)

Santa Maria

In March Santa Maria generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
202 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
1.2 mm (0.05 in)
1 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Santa Maria →

Sal Rei

In March Sal Rei 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.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
202 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sal Rei →

Mindelo

In March Mindelo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
276 hours
293 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.9 mm (0.2 in)
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
1.5 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mindelo →

Praia

In March 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.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
237 hours
281 hours
287 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
1 mm (0.04 in)
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Praia →

Vila do Maio

In March Vila do Maio generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
237 hours
281 hours
287 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Vila do Maio →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Santa Maria 23°C (73°F) 21°C (70°F) 1.2 mm (0.05 in)
Sal Rei 25°C (77°F) 20°C (68°F) 1.1 mm (0.04 in)
Mindelo 22°C (72°F) 20°C (68°F) 1.6 mm (0.1 in)
Praia 25°C (77°F) 20°C (68°F) 1 mm (0.04 in)
Vila do Maio 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.8 mm (0.03 in)
Porto Novo 22°C (72°F) 19°C (66°F) 2.3 mm (0.1 in)

Cape Verde weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cape Verde in March?

In March, Cape Verde generally has perfect weather conditions. Santa Maria sees daytime temperatures near 23°C (73°F), with nights cooling to roughly 21°C (70°F).

What is the average temperature in Cape Verde in March?

Daytime temperatures in Santa Maria peak at roughly 23°C (73°F) in March, dropping to about 21°C (70°F) overnight.

Does Cape Verde get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Santa Maria averages just 1.2 mm (0.05 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Cape Verde.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Cape Verde?

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

On average, the best time to visit Cape Verde is in with generally perfect weather in Santa Maria.

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