The month in detail
What to expect in February
February is peak dry season in Sal. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain is virtually absent (3% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if November (9.1/10) remains theoretically better.
February ranks 10 out of 12 months in Sal.
This month's conditions
What it's like in February
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
comfortable
16°
Sea
24°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
11.5h of daylight
Air quality
poor
AQI 91
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Is February the right month?
The best month in Sal is November (9.1/10), 0.6 pt higher than February.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Cape Verde
🗣️LanguagePortuguese
💶CurrencyEscudo cap-verdien ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.81°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthSeptember · 30°C
❄️Coolest monthFebruary · 24°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘSeptember · 12%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Sal ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
Cape VerdeTropical climate with a 9.1 → 5.8 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
16.73°N · 22.93°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Sal?
November is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 23.0°C lows, 6.3h of sunshine and 3.0% rainy days. The months of November & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Sal get in November?
Sal averages 6.3 sunshine hours per day in November. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.6/10.
What is the rainiest month in Sal?
September is the most unfavourable month with September has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Sal in November?
In November, overnight lows reach 23.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Sal good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Sal scores 8.2/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains November with a score of 8.6/10.
When should you avoid Sal?
September is the most difficult month to visit Sal, with September has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Sal in February?
In February, the sea averages 24°C in Sal: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Sal in February?
The average UV index reaches 8 in February in Sal (high), with about 11.5h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.