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During May, São Filipe experiences high daytime temperatures of 24°C (75°F) and cooler nights around 22°C (72°F). As the driest month of the year, rainfall is at its lowest.
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Based on weather observations in São Filipe between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during May.
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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).
For São Filipe in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments.
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