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Sao Vicente Weather in January

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

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Considering a trip to Sao Vicente, 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 Sao Vicente in January

Sao Vicente, Cape Verde is a region in Cape Verde. January in Sao Vicente 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 Sao Vicente, 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.

Explore Sao Vicente by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sao Vicente - and find the best time to visit. (based on Mindelo)

January23°C (73°F) February22°C (72°F) March22°C (72°F) April23°C (73°F) May23°C (73°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August26°C (79°F) September27°C (81°F) October27°C (81°F) November26°C (79°F) December24°C (75°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Sao Vicente in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Sao Vicente.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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 Sao Vicente

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Sao Vicente, Cape Verde?

Temperature range in Sao Vicente (January)

Precipitation variation in Sao Vicente (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 excellent 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
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Mindelo →

Calhau

In January Calhau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
230 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.9 mm (0.2 in)
4.8 mm (0.2 in)
3.3 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Calhau →

Salamansa

In January Salamansa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent 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)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
230 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
5.7 mm (0.2 in)
5.7 mm (0.2 in)
4 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Salamansa →

São Pedro

In January São Pedro generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
230 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
5.2 mm (0.2 in)
5 mm (0.2 in)
3.5 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in São Pedro →

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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 Sao Vicente in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mindelo 23°C (73°F) 20°C (68°F) 5.7 mm (0.2 in)
Calhau 23°C (73°F) 21°C (70°F) 4.8 mm (0.2 in)
Salamansa 23°C (73°F) 21°C (70°F) 5.7 mm (0.2 in)
São Pedro 23°C (73°F) 21°C (70°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)

Sao Vicente weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sao Vicente, Cape Verde in January?

January in Sao Vicente, Cape Verde brings excellent 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 Sao Vicente, 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 Sao Vicente, Cape Verde get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Sao Vicente, Cape Verde. Mindelo averages only about 5.7 mm (0.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Sao Vicente, Cape Verde?

Given the typically excellent weather conditions in Mindelo, January might be a good time to visit Sao Vicente, Cape Verde. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, provide excellent weather in Mindelo.

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