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Sal Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Sal, Cape Verde in December.

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Santa Maria

Thinking about venturing to Sal, Cape Verde this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Sal in December

Sal, Cape Verde is a region in Cape Verde. December in Sal 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 23°C (73°F) in Santa Maria.

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

Precipitation

December is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 3 mm (0.1 in) in Santa Maria.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Santa Maria, you can expect around 156 hours of sunlight in December, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in Sal in December

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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 Sal

What is the weather like in December for the most popular destinonation in Sal, Cape Verde?

Santa Maria

In December Santa Maria generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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Monthly sun hours
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Sal weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sal, Cape Verde in December?

In December, Sal, Cape Verde generally has perfect weather conditions. Santa Maria sees daytime temperatures near 25°C (77°F), with nights cooling to roughly 23°C (73°F).

What is the average temperature in Sal, Cape Verde in December?

Santa Maria averages a daytime maximum of 25°C (77°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 23°C (73°F).

Does Sal, Cape Verde get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Sal, Cape Verde during December, with Santa Maria averaging close to 3 mm (0.1 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Sal, Cape Verde?

Given the typically perfect weather conditions in Santa Maria, December might be a good time to visit Sal, Cape Verde. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in offering mostly perfect weather in Santa Maria.

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