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Cape Verde weather
These ten volcanic islands, which lie off the west coast of Africa, have some fine beaches and enjoy a tropical oceanic climate. Read more
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The weather guide for Cape Verde (Espargos, Sal) 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.
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When is the best time to go to Cape Verde?
Max Day Temperature (°C)
- Jan
25 - Feb25
- Mar25
- Apr25
- May
26 - Jun27
- Jul27
- Aug
29 - Sep
30 - Oct29
- Nov28
- Dec26
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Cape Verde weather overview
Rainfall in Cape Verde 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.
More about Cape Verde
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.
What is the flight time to Cape Verde from the UK?
The flight time to Cape Verde from the UK is typically 6 hours.
What is the time difference between Cape Verde and the UK?
The time difference between Cape Verde and the UK is GMT-1 hour.
What is the main language spoken in Cape Verde?
The main language spoken in Cape Verde is Portuguese.
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What is the currency in Cape Verde?
The currency in Cape Verde is the Cape Verdean Escudo (CVE).
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Which plugs are used in Cape Verde?
Cape Verde uses electrical plug type C + F (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Cape Verde?
They drive on the right side of the road in Cape Verde.
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).
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