Santa Maria weather in August (Sal, Cape Verde)

Curious about the August weather in Santa Maria? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In Santa Maria the weather in August is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 27°C. But by evening, they drop to around 25°C.

Santa Maria in August usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 20 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 3 days of rain are anticipated.

The area enjoys a balanced 161 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, typically offer the best circumstances. While tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Santa Maria climate page with graphs.

 

Santa Maria, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 26°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 9%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 20 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 161 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Sal, Cape Verde (15 KM, 9 Miles).

Where to go in Cape Verde in August

Find out more about the weather in Cape Verde in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Santa Maria in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 26°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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