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Tarrafal Weather in December

December in Tarrafal brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 25°C (77°F) and nights around 23°C (73°F). Only 3.6 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall is typical, making it a largely dry month.

Rainfall in Tarrafal in December

This month experiences about 2 days of rain according to historical data, averaging 3.6 mm (0.1 in). On the rare occasion it rains this month, it usually amounts to very little.

Temperature in Tarrafal in December

Tarrafal has perfect weather in December, with days reaching 25°C (77°F) and nights cooling to 23°C (73°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. With overnight lows of 23°C (73°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.

Sunshine in Tarrafal in December

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 203 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Tarrafal.

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Tarrafal Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C (73°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C (77°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 5%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 3.6 mm (0.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 2 days  
HumidityHumidity 70% *  
SunshineSunshine 203 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Praja, Cape Verde (50 KM, 31 Miles).

Daily Historical Temperatures

33-year average (1986-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Tarrafal typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 25°C (77°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 22°C (72°F).

Average temperatures in December

Historical weather for Tarrafal in December

Browse day-by-day weather records for Tarrafal spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Tarrafal historical weather extremes in December

According to our 21 years of weather records for Tarrafal, the following extremes were recorded between 2004 and 2025.

  • The hottest December day on record in Tarrafal reached 34°C (93°F) (December 8, 2018).
  • On December 18, 2013, Tarrafal saw its coldest December day with temperatures maxing out at 22°C (72°F).
  • Tarrafal registered its coldest December night on December 31, 2018, with temperatures dropping to 17°C (63°F).

Best Places in Cape Verde in December

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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).

What to Wear in Tarrafal in December

Warm temperatures in December make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Tarrafal in December

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

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

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