August Rainfall and Precipitation in Santiago Island

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Santiago Island, Cape Verde in August.

Santiago Island, Cape Verde, a region in Cape Verde, experiences moderate precipitation in August, ranging from 47 mm (1.9 in) of rainfall in Tarrafal to 56 mm (2.2 in) in Cidade Velha.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Santiago Island precipitation in August: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Santiago Island, Cape Verde receive in August?

Praia stays mostly dry in August, with average rainfall close to 55 mm (2.2 in).

How many days does it rain in Santiago Island, Cape Verde in August?

Expect around 7 days rainy days in Praia during August.

Is August part of the rainy season in Santiago Island, Cape Verde?

No. August sits outside the typical rainy season in Santiago Island, Cape Verde, so you can expect drier conditions overall.

What is the wettest city in August in Santiago Island, Cape Verde?

In our database, Cidade Velha stands out as having an average rainfall level of 56 mm (2.2 in), making it the wettest location.

What is the driest city in August in Santiago Island, Cape Verde?

In our records, Tarrafal stands out as the driest city in Santiago Island, Cape Verde for August, averaging just 47 mm (1.9 in).

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