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Santo Antao Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Santo Antao, Cape Verde in August.

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Mindelo Porto Novo Ponta do Sol

Thinking about venturing to Santo Antao, Cape Verde this August 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 Santo Antao in August

Santo Antao, Cape Verde is a region in Cape Verde. August in Santo Antao generally has warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Mindelo.

To explore the conditions in Santo Antao, Cape Verde in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Ponta do Sol with an average of 22 mm (0.9 in) to low rainfall in Porto Novo with 27 mm (1.1 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Mindelo enjoys approximately 230 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Santo Antao in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Santo Antao

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Santo Antao, Cape Verde?

Temperature range in Santo Antao (August)

Precipitation variation in Santo Antao (August)

Mindelo

In August Mindelo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
230 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
7.1 mm (0.3 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mindelo →

Ponta do Sol

In August Ponta do Sol generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
230 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
8.3 mm (0.3 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ponta do Sol →

Porto Novo

In August Porto Novo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
230 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
9.9 mm (0.4 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Porto Novo →

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In our records: Cape Verde August extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest August day in Cape Verde brought 155 mm (6.1 in) in Vila do Maio on August 26, 2008.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Santo Antao in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mindelo 26°C (79°F) 24°C (75°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Porto Novo 26°C (79°F) 23°C (73°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Ponta do Sol 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)

Santo Antao weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Santo Antao, Cape Verde in August?

August in Santo Antao, Cape Verde brings perfect weather. In Mindelo, daytime temperatures are typically around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows hover near 24°C (75°F).

What is the average temperature in Santo Antao, Cape Verde in August?

Mindelo averages a daytime maximum of 26°C (79°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 24°C (75°F).

Does Santo Antao, Cape Verde get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in Santo Antao, Cape Verde. Mindelo averages only about 23 mm (0.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Santo Antao, Cape Verde?

Given the typically perfect weather conditions in Mindelo, August might be a good time to visit Santo Antao, Cape Verde. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, provide perfect weather in Mindelo.

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