Maio Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Maio, Cape Verde in May.

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Vila do Maio

Planning a getaway to Maio, Cape Verde this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Maio in May

Maio, Cape Verde is a region in Cape Verde. May in Maio generally has warm temperatures, with almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 25°C (77°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Vila do Maio.

For a closer look at conditions across Maio, Cape Verde, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

May is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 0.5 mm (0.02 in) in Vila do Maio. In Vila do Maio, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Vila do Maio sees around 301 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Maio in May

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Maio

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in Maio, Cape Verde?

Vila do Maio

In May Vila do Maio generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
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21°C (70°F)
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Monthly sun hours
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0.8 mm (0.03 in)
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In our records: Cape Verde May extremes

Notable May records observed across cities in Cape Verde in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest May day in Cape Verde reached 38°C (100°F) in Praja on May 1, 2015.

Maio weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Maio, Cape Verde in May?

Expect perfect weather across Maio, Cape Verde in May. The popular destination of Vila do Maio averages 25°C (77°F) by day and 22°C (72°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Maio, Cape Verde in May?

In Vila do Maio, the average daytime high in May is 25°C (77°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 22°C (72°F).

Does Maio, Cape Verde get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Vila do Maio averages just 0.5 mm (0.02 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Maio, Cape Verde.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Maio, Cape Verde?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Maio, Cape Verde with overall perfect weather in Vila do Maio. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Maio, Cape Verde is in with generally perfect weather in Vila do Maio.

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