Tarrafal Weather in October

Tarrafal in October sees high daytime temperatures of 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows of 25°C (77°F). Low rainfall is typical, with around 25 mm (1 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Tarrafal in October

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 4 days with rain, averaging 25 mm (1 in) for the month. When rain does fall this month, it tends to come down hard. The low number of rain days makes each shower more significant.

Temperature in Tarrafal in October

Tarrafal in October has perfect weather. Days reach 28°C (82°F) and nights cool to 25°C (77°F). Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. At 25°C (77°F) overnight, it stays warm after dark. Light, breathable clothing and good airflow in your room make a noticeable difference.

Sunshine in Tarrafal in October

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 247 hours of sun. These sunny conditions add to the overall experience.

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Tarrafal Temperature in October

Min Temperature 25°C (77°F)

Max Temperature 28°C (82°F)

Chance of Rain 12%

Precipitation 25 mm (1 in)

Rainy days 4 days

Humidity 72% *

Sunshine 247 hours *

Percentage Sunshine *

* Data from: Praja, Cape Verde (50 KM, 31 Miles).

Daily Historical Temperatures

34-year average (1986-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Tarrafal typically stay consistent throughout October, with daily highs averaging around 28°C (82°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 25°C (77°F).

Average temperatures in October

Historical weather for Tarrafal in October

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 October

Based on 23 years of weather observations (2002-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Tarrafal.

Tarrafal recorded its highest October temperature of 36°C (97°F) on October 4, 2019.
The lowest daytime temperature in October was 25°C (77°F), recorded on October 22, 2010.
The lowest overnight temperature recorded in October was 21°C (70°F) (October 29, 2008).

Best Places in Cape Verde in October

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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 October

Warm but pleasant conditions in Tarrafal in October. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Light rain is possible, so consider bringing a small umbrella or rain jacket. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Tarrafal in October

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

9/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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