- Save up to £100 on summer 2021 holidays with TUI
- Plus testing packages + Covid cover & free changes
- Travel before 31st August 2021 (inclusive)
Cape Verde weather
Get the latest coronavirus (Covid-19) updates for Cape Verde with current travel advice and statistics on new cases per 100,000 and vaccine.
Below are the temperatures expected today at popular destinations in Cape Verde. Select a destination to compare today's forecast with average weather conditions.
Recommended for Cape Verde
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
The weather guide for Cape Verde shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by MeteoBlue. Find out more about our data sources.
Show discount code
******MER
******MER
Expires at 23:59 on Wednesday 30th Jun 2021 · View all TUI offers
TUI deal finder
Which is the hottest month in Cape Verde?
The hottest time of year in Espargos, Sal, Cape Verde is normally September. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 30°C with high heat and humidity.
Does it ever rain in Cape Verde?
It never rains much in Espargos, Sal, Cape Verde but September usually has the most rain with an average of 58mm. There are normally 3 days in September with some rain.
When is it sunniest in Cape Verde?
The sunniest time of year in Espargos, Sal, Cape Verde is normally March with bright sunshine on average for 68% of daylight hours; that's 8 hours of sunshine per day.
When is the sea warmest in Cape Verde?
The sea is usually at its warmest in Espargos, Sal, Cape Verde in October when the water temperature reaches 26°C.
Top 10 summer sun: Cape Verde in May
Looking for some summer sunshine? We've handpicked 10 of the very best places to go for a sunny holiday in May, and the Atlantic archipelago of Cape Verde is fifth in the list as it enjoys an average of eight hours of sunshine per day and warm daytime temperatures.
Metric (°C / mm) | Imperial (°F / inches)
Cape Verde weather overview
These ten volcanic islands, which lie off the west coast of Africa, have some fine beaches and enjoy a tropical oceanic climate.
Rainfall is very low outside the August to October rainy season and temperatures are consistently high throughout the year.
Humidity can be uncomfortably high during the rainy months, when cloud cover is often dense, but frequent sea breezes help to mitigate the mugginess.
Best time to visit is between December and March, when temperatures are lowest. Note for beach lovers - the sunniest months are February to June.
What to pack for Cape Verde weather
Pack light, absorbent clothing whenever you visit and be prepared for rain between August and October.
Compare Cape Verde weather with the USA
Below the Cape Verde weather chart shows average maximum daytime temperature for Cape Verde (Espargos, Sal) and the USA (Washington).
Maximum daytime temperature (°C)
Cape Verde (Espargos, Sal)
USA (Washington)
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Metric (°C / mm) | Imperial (°F / inches)
Compare more Cape Verde weather >>
Be inspired
Get your weekly fix of holiday inspiration from some of the world's best travel writers plus save on your next trip with the latest exclusive offers
We promise not to share your details
Related posts
Popular travel offers
*affiliate links: find out how we are funded and why this helps us remain free to use.