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Praia weather in May (Santiago, Cape Verde)

How is the weather in Praia in May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Praia the weather in May is generally perfect, with high temperatures and almost no rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 26°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 21°C.

Praia in May usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 0.5 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Typically around 3 days of rainfall is expected.

With around 301 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

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 in May and which places have the best weather 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).

So, what should you wear in Praia in May?

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 in May.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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