Temperature in Cape Verde in May

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Cape Verde this May.

Cape Verde, experiences high average maximum daytime temperatures in May, ranging from 23°C (73°F) in Porto Novo to 27°C (81°F) in Cidade Velha. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Cidade Velha and 21°C (70°F) in Porto Novo.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Cape Verde in May?

Explore the map below to discover average May temperatures at the top destinations in Cape Verde. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in Cape Verde in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in May: blue is cold, red is hot.

Cape Verde temperatures in May: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Cape Verde in May?

Santa Maria averages a daytime high of 24°C (75°F) in May, which is high for Cape Verde.

How cold does it get at night in Cape Verde in May?

Santa Maria sees nighttime lows close to 22°C (72°F) in May.

What is the warmest city in May in Cape Verde?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Cidade Velha clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 27°C (81°F), and evenings that remain near 21°C (70°F).

What is the coldest city in May in Cape Verde?

In our database, Porto Novo is the chilliest city in May in Cape Verde. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 23°C (73°F), while the nighttime lows hover around 21°C (70°F).

How much sun does Cape Verde get in May?

Santa Maria usually sees around 206 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

What is the water temperature in May?

The water temperature averages approximately 24°C (75°F) in Praja this month, a refreshing temperature for swimming and cooling off.

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