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Santo Antao Weather in January

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

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Mindelo Porto Novo Ponta do Sol

Considering a trip to Santo Antao, Cape Verde this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Santo Antao in January

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

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) in Mindelo.

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

Precipitation

January is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 5.7 mm (0.2 in) in Mindelo.

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 January

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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 January for some of the most popular destinations in Santo Antao, Cape Verde?

Temperature range in Santo Antao (January)

Precipitation variation in Santo Antao (January)

Mindelo

In January Mindelo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
230 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
5.8 mm (0.2 in)
5.7 mm (0.2 in)
3.9 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mindelo →

Ponta do Sol

In January Ponta do Sol generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
230 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
6.3 mm (0.2 in)
6.6 mm (0.3 in)
4.7 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ponta do Sol →

Porto Novo

In January Porto Novo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
230 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
7.7 mm (0.3 in)
7.8 mm (0.3 in)
5.6 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Porto Novo →

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In our records: Cape Verde January extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Cape Verde dropped to 12°C (54°F) in Praja on January 24, 2011.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mindelo 23°C (73°F) 20°C (68°F) 5.7 mm (0.2 in)
Porto Novo 22°C (72°F) 20°C (68°F) 7.8 mm (0.3 in)
Ponta do Sol 23°C (73°F) 20°C (68°F) 6.6 mm (0.3 in)

Santo Antao weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Santo Antao, Cape Verde brings perfect weather. In Mindelo, daytime temperatures are typically around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows hover near 20°C (68°F).

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

Mindelo averages a daytime maximum of 23°C (73°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 20°C (68°F).

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

Not particularly. Mindelo averages just 5.7 mm (0.2 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Santo Antao, Cape Verde.

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

Given the typically perfect weather conditions in Mindelo, January 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.

On average, the best time to visit Santo Antao, Cape Verde is in with generally perfect weather in Mindelo.

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