Mindelo

Sao Vicente Weather in May

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

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Mindelo Calhau Salamansa São Pedro

Considering a trip to Sao Vicente, Cape Verde this May 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 May

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

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) in Mindelo.

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

Precipitation

May is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 1.1 mm (0.04 in) in Mindelo. Going by our weather data, this month in Mindelo usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Mindelo enjoys about 307 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Sao Vicente in May

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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 Sao Vicente

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

Temperature range in Sao Vicente (May)

Precipitation variation in Sao Vicente (May)

Mindelo

In May Mindelo 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 perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
293 hours
307 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.5 mm (0.1 in)
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
1.5 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mindelo →

Calhau

In May Calhau 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.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
293 hours
307 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.3 mm (0.1 in)
1 mm (0.04 in)
1.3 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Calhau →

Salamansa

In May Salamansa 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 perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
293 hours
307 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
1.2 mm (0.05 in)
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Salamansa →

São Pedro

In May São Pedro generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
293 hours
307 hours
276 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.2 mm (0.05 in)
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
1 mm (0.04 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in São Pedro →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Sao Vicente, in Cape Verde.

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.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Sao Vicente in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mindelo 23°C (73°F) 21°C (70°F) 1.1 mm (0.04 in)
Calhau 24°C (75°F) 22°C (72°F) 1 mm (0.04 in)
Salamansa 23°C (73°F) 21°C (70°F) 1.2 mm (0.05 in)
São Pedro 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 0.8 mm (0.03 in)

Sao Vicente weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Sao Vicente, Cape Verde brings perfect weather. In Mindelo, daytime temperatures are typically around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows hover near 21°C (70°F).

What is the average temperature in Sao Vicente, Cape Verde in May?

Daytime temperatures in Mindelo peak at roughly 23°C (73°F) in May, dropping to about 21°C (70°F) overnight.

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

May is on the drier side in Sao Vicente, Cape Verde. Mindelo averages only about 1.1 mm (0.04 in), with most days staying dry.

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

Given the typically perfect weather conditions in Mindelo, May 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 perfect weather in Mindelo.

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