Cape Verde
Wind and kitesurf conditions rated among the best in the Atlantic, a music tradition (morna) that turned homesickness into its own genre, and a volcanic desert landscape that feels closer to the moon than to the rest of Africa.
The best time to visit Cape Verde is Nov–Jun, when typical daytime highs reach about 26°C (78°F). Local time there is 05:51 (UTC-1).
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In season
The year at a glance
January · high 25°C · rain 1mm · 11.2h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Espargos, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C77°F | 1mm0.0in | 11.2h11.2h | in the recommended window |
| February | 25°C77°F | 12mm0.5in | 11.6h11.6h | in the recommended window |
| March | 25°C77°F | 1mm0.0in | 12.0h12.0h | in the recommended window |
| April | 25°C78°F | 0mm0.0in | 12.5h12.5h | in the recommended window |
| May | 26°C79°F | 0mm0.0in | 12.9h12.9h | in the recommended window |
| June | 27°C81°F | 3mm0.1in | 13.1h13.1h | in the recommended window |
| July | 28°C82°F | 6mm0.2in | 13.0h13.0h | |
| August | 29°C85°F | 41mm1.6in | 12.7h12.7h | |
| September | 30°C86°F | 27mm1.1in | 12.2h12.2h | |
| October | 30°C86°F | 8mm0.3in | 11.7h11.7h | |
| November | 29°C83°F | 2mm0.1in | 11.3h11.3h | in the recommended window |
| December | 26°C79°F | 6mm0.2in | 11.1h11.1h | in the recommended window |
Good to know
- Currency
- CVECape Verdean escudo
- Language
- Portuguese, Cape Verdean Creole
- Driving
- on the right
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When is the best time to visit Cape Verde?
The best time to visit Cape Verde is Nov–Jun, when typical daytime highs reach about 26°C (78°F).
How warm does Cape Verde get?
Typical daytime highs in Cape Verde are Mar–May 25°C (78°F), Jun–Aug 28°C (83°F), Sep–Nov 30°C (85°F), Dec–Feb 26°C (78°F).
Is Cape Verde expensive?
On the ground, Cape Verde is middling.
What sort of trip is Cape Verde good for?
Cape Verde is good for beach and sun holidays, adventure holidays, history and culture, relaxing holidays.
How rainy is Cape Verde?
The wettest month in Cape Verde is August at 41mm (1.6in), the driest April at 0mm (0.0in), with a monthly average of 9mm (0.4in).
What plug do I need for Cape Verde?
Cape Verde uses type C, F sockets at 220 V.
