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Cape Verde Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit

Data source:Meteostat
Update date:2025-09

Cape Verde year round climate

  • Spring (March–May): Average 70–72°F, warm and dry climate with virtually no rainfall. Ideal for outdoor activities such as sunbathing, watersports, or exploring the islands. Suggested clothing: light and breathable clothing, beachwear, swimwear, sun hat, and sunscreen.
  • Summer (June–August): Average 72–76°F, hot and dry climate with very little rainfall. Perfect for enjoying beach holidays, watersports, and nightlife. Suggested clothing: light and breathable clothing, swimwear, sun hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
  • Autumn (September–November): Average 75–77°F, warm climate. October is the rainiest month, but rainfall remains relatively low. Ideal for enjoying beaches, outdoor activities, and cultural experiences. Suggested clothing: light and breathable clothing, a light jacket might be needed occasionally.
  • Winter (December–February): Average 72–73°F, mild and dry climate, still suitable for enjoying beaches and outdoor activities. Suggested clothing: light clothing, a light jacket might be needed in the mornings and evenings.

Cape Verde climatological average

Annual average temperature: approx. 73.9°F / Annual rainfall: approx. 8 mm / Summer humidity: 60%–70% / Rainiest month: October

Cape Verde monthly average temperature and precipitation

Month
Air temperature (°F)
Precipitation (mm)
January
72.9°F
0.2
February
72.3°F
0
March
70.5°F
0
April
72.1°F
0
May
72°F
0
June
72.7°F
0.1
July
73.9°F
0.4
August
76.6°F
0.4
September
77.5°F
2.5
October
77.2°F
4.8
November
75.7°F
0
December
73.2°F
0.2

Cape Verde weather for the next seven days

5/16
Saturday
Patchy rain nearby
69.3°F/67.9°F
5/17
Sunday
Cloudy
69.5°F/68.7°F
5/18
Monday
Cloudy
69.4°F/68.8°F
5/19
Tuesday
Cloudy
69.5°F/68.7°F
5/20
Wednesday
Partly Cloudy
70.1°F/68.7°F
5/21
Thursday
Cloudy
69.7°F/69°F
5/22
Friday
Partly Cloudy
70°F/69.1°F