in Cape Verde: when to go?
tropical sec climate
Le Cap-Vert jouit d'un climat tropical sec exceptionnel, avec plus de 350 jours de soleil par an et des températures remarquablement stables entre 20°C et 30°C. L'archipel connaît deux saisons distinctes : la saison sèche de novembre à juin, période idéale pour découvrir ces îles atlantiques, et la saison des pluies de juillet à octobre, plus chaude et humide mais rarement excessive. Les alizés constants tempèrent agréablement la chaleur tropicale, rendant même les mois les plus chauds supportables. La période de novembre à mai offre les meilleures conditions pour profiter des plages de sable blanc, pratiquer la randonnée sur les îles montagneuses comme Santo Antão, ou s'adonner aux sports nautiques. Les précipitations restent modérées même pendant la saison humide, concentrées sur quelques semaines entre août et septembre. Pour un séjour optimal, privilégiez décembre à avril : températures parfaites, mer chaude, vents modérés et quasi-absence de pluie.
- Best period
- November to May
- Good alternatives
- June to July, October
- Rainy season
- August to September
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Monthly temperatures and precipitation
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Temperature
19° — 26°C
Precipitation
3 mm
Average temperature
22.5°C
Rating
Idéal
By climate zone
Période idéale pour la randonnée et l'exploration. Températures parfaites, aucune pluie.
Temperature
19° — 26°C
Precipitation
2 mm
Average temperature
22.5°C
Rating
Idéal
By climate zone
Mois le plus sec de l'année. Conditions parfaites pour toutes les activités outdoor.
Temperature
20° — 27°C
Precipitation
2 mm
Average temperature
23.5°C
Rating
Idéal
By climate zone
Excellent compromis température-humidité. Mer agréable pour la baignade.
Temperature
21° — 28°C
Precipitation
1 mm
Average temperature
24.5°C
Rating
Idéal
By climate zone
Quasi-absence de pluie, températures en hausse. Protection solaire indispensable.
Temperature
22° — 29°C
Precipitation
1 mm
Average temperature
25.5°C
Rating
Bon
By climate zone
Encore sec mais plus chaud. Excellente période pour les sports nautiques.
Temperature
23° — 30°C
Precipitation
2 mm
Average temperature
26.5°C
Rating
Bon
By climate zone
Début de la chaleur estivale. Mer chaude, vent rafraîchissant.
Temperature
24° — 31°C
Precipitation
15 mm
Average temperature
27.5°C
Rating
Correct
By climate zone
Premières pluies sporadiques, chaleur croissante. Privilégier les activités matinales.
Temperature
25° — 32°C
Precipitation
85 mm
Average temperature
28.5°C
Rating
Moyen
By climate zone
Mois le plus pluvieux et chaud. Possibles averses tropicales courtes mais intenses.
Temperature
26° — 32°C
Precipitation
75 mm
Average temperature
29°C
Rating
Moyen
By climate zone
Températures maximales, humidité élevée. Éviter les randonnées en milieu de journée.
Temperature
25° — 31°C
Precipitation
35 mm
Average temperature
28°C
Rating
Correct
By climate zone
Retour progressif au sec, encore chaud. Bonnes conditions pour la plongée.
Temperature
23° — 29°C
Precipitation
5 mm
Average temperature
26°C
Rating
Bon
By climate zone
Retour des excellentes conditions. Températures redeviennent agréables.
Temperature
21° — 27°C
Precipitation
5 mm
Average temperature
24°C
Rating
Idéal
By climate zone
Retour aux conditions idéales. Parfait pour débuter un séjour prolongé.
Frequently asked questions
Everything about the climate and the best time to visit in Cape Verde
The best months to visit in Cape Verde are November, December, January, February, March, April, May. This period offers favourable weather and ideal conditions for exploring the country at its best.
Yes, the tropical climate of Cap-Vert remains warm and humid year-round (average temperature 25.2°C). Seasonal variations mainly concern rainfall rather than temperatures.
The rainy season in Cap-Vert mainly affects August, September. Showers are generally short and intense, often occurring late in the day, followed by beautiful sunny spells.
Absolutely. Traveling in Cap-Vert during the rainy season even has its advantages: lush landscapes, fewer tourists, more favorable rates. Our local agency adapts itineraries based on actual weather conditions.
Underwater visibility in Cap-Vert is optimal during the dry season, between November, December, January, February, March, April, May. Water temperature remains pleasant year-round (around 28-30°C). Our agency guides you to the best spots according to the season.
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