Climate Chart of Praia, Cabo Verde

Monthly data: Temperature °C, Rain (mm), Sunshine (h) · 2013–2023

For Praia, Cabo Verde, the climate data describe 2013–2023. Monthly mean temperatures average 24.2 °C, with the highest monthly means of 26.7 °C in September / October and the lowest of 21.8 °C in February. Mean daily rainfall averages 0.59 mm/day, while mean daily sunshine averages 10.49 hours/day. These broad summaries set the scene, but the monthly figures below give a more useful sense of how conditions vary through the year.

Climate overview

Temperature

Monthly mean temperatures are highest at 26.7 °C in September / October, a pattern shared by both months named in the tie. The coolest monthly mean is 21.8 °C in February. These are averages for each whole month, not daytime maximum temperatures, so they do not describe the warmth of every afternoon or the range visitors may encounter from day to day. Across the calendar-month means, the unweighted mean is 24.2 °C. It offers a compact year-wide reference rather than a day-weighted annual average, and it should be read alongside the warmer and cooler monthly averages when considering travel dates.

Rain

Mean daily rainfall reaches its highest monthly level at 3.53 mm/day in September. This is an average daily amount, not a monthly total, and it does not indicate how often rain falls; visitors planning around this higher-rainfall average can pack suitable rain protection. The lowest monthly mean daily rainfall is 0.00 mm/day in March / May. The reported zero is a rounded mean, not a guarantee of rain-free days. Across the monthly means, the unweighted average is 0.59 mm/day per day, which provides a broad reference rather than a forecast for any particular visit.

Sunshine

Mean daily sunshine is highest at 11.41 hours/day in June, while its lowest monthly mean is 9.57 hours/day in January. These averages can help with broad outdoor-planning expectations, but sunshine duration is not the same as day length and does not guarantee clear skies on a particular day. The unweighted mean across the monthly sunshine averages is 10.49 hours/day per day. Use it as a year-wide summary, not a promise of daily sunshine; conditions can vary within each month.

Best Travel Time Guide for Praia, Cabo Verde: Ideal Seasons and Weather Insights

For visitors prioritising cooler monthly averages, February is the criterion-based option: its monthly mean temperature is 21.8 °C. This is a whole-month average rather than a daytime high or a guarantee of consistently cool weather, so consider it a guide to the monthly pattern, not a day-by-day forecast. Those prioritising lower average rainfall can consider March / May, when mean daily rainfall is 0.00 mm/day. The rounded zero does not guarantee dry days or show rain frequency. For rain preparation, note that the highest monthly mean daily rainfall is 3.53 mm/day in September; packing rain protection is prudent if travelling then.

For outdoor planning based on average sunshine duration, June has the highest monthly mean at 11.41 hours/day, while January has the lowest at 9.57 hours/day. These figures can inform expectations about typical daily sunshine, but they are not measures of daylight length and cannot promise clear conditions. The temperature, rainfall and sunshine criteria point to different considerations rather than one universal best time to visit.

Climate Data Overview for Praia, Cabo Verde

Explore the comprehensive climate data for Praia, Cabo Verde. This detailed table provides valuable insights into temperature variations, precipitation levels, and seasonal changes, helping you understand the unique weather patterns of this region.

Month	Average: Temperature °C	Rain (mm) / day	Sunshine (h) / day
Jan	22.4	0.04	9.57
Feb	21.8	0.08	10.07
Mar	22.1	0.00	10.85
Apr	22.7	0.01	11.07
May	23.4	0.00	11.40
Jun	24.2	0.03	11.41
Jul	25.3	0.19	10.93
Aug	26.3	2.05	10.33
Sep	26.7	3.53	10.21
Oct	26.7	0.80	10.46
Nov	25.4	0.15	9.85
Dec	23.7	0.25	9.74
Average	24.2	0.59	10.49