Praia weather in August (Santiago, Cape Verde)

Wondering what the weather is like in Praia during August? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The weather in Praia during August is usually perfect, offering high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 29°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 24°C.

Precipitation

Praia in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 55 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 7 days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 200 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, typically offer the best circumstances. While tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Praia climate page with graphs.

 

Praia, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Water Temperature 26°C *  

Chance of Rain 22%  

Precipitation 55 mm  

Rainy days 7 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 200 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Where to go in Cape Verde in August

Find out more about the weather in Cape Verde and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 26°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Praia.

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