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Praia weather in May (Santiago Island, Cape Verde)

Curious about the climate in Praia, Cape Verde this May? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The weather in Praia is usually perfect in May, characterized by high temperatures and almost no rainfall. Monthly maximum daytime temperatures generally peak at 26°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 21°C.

Precipitation

Praia in May usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 0.5 mm for the month. With the least rainfall of the year, this month offers optimal conditions for outdoor exploration. Take advantage of the dry weather to plan your activities. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 3 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

The month enjoys around 301 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Average water temperature in May

At 24°C, the water offers pleasant conditions that are suitable for various water activities and extended swimming sessions.

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Praia, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 24°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 9%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 0.5 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
HumidityHumidity 65% *  
SunshineSunshine 301 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  

Where to go in Cape Verde in May

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

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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).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Cape Verde, check out our Praia's climate page.

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 24°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
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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