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Sal Weather in May

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

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Planning a getaway to Sal, 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 Sal in May

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

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) in Santa Maria.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Sal, Cape Verde, check out the map below.

Precipitation

May is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 0.4 mm (0.02 in) in Santa Maria. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Santa Maria, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Santa Maria typically receives 206 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Sal 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 Sal

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

Santa Maria

In May Santa Maria generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°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
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
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Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
217 hours
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Monthly rainfall
1 mm (0.04 in)
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
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Climate in Santa Maria →

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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.

Sal weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect perfect weather across Sal, Cape Verde in May. The popular destination of Santa Maria averages 24°C (75°F) by day and 22°C (72°F) at night during this month.

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

In Santa Maria, the average daytime high in May is 24°C (75°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 22°C (72°F).

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

Not particularly. Santa Maria averages just 0.4 mm (0.02 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Sal, Cape Verde.

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

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

On average, the best time to visit Sal, Cape Verde is in with generally perfect weather in Santa Maria.

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