Praia weather in May (Santiago, Cape Verde)

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

Temperatures

The weather in Praia during May is usually perfect, offering high temperatures and almost no rainfall. 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. The month is known for having the least precipitation of the year. Make the most of the sunshine and clear skies. On average, there are about 3 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 301 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

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 Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Water Temperature 24°C *  

Chance of Rain 9%  

Precipitation 0.5 mm  

Rainy days 3 days  

Humidity 65% *  

Sunshine 301 hours *  

Percentage 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.

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 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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