Cape Verde Weather in August 2026: what to expect (5.3/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in August

Summer in Cape Verde brings pleasant temperatures (29.0°F) and long sunny days (5.2h of sunshine). Expect rain on 35.0% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.

August ranks 11 out of 12 months in Cape Verde. Compared to July: +2°F daytime, 27 pts more rainy days.

This month's conditions

What it's like in August

UV index

8 · very high

protection essential

Feels like

very humid

22°

Sea

29°C

warm, ideal

Daylight

12.5h of daylight

Air quality

poor

AQI 60

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Is August the right month?

The best month in Cape Verde is May (9.0/10), 3.7 pts higher than August.

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Context

Our verdict

Cape Verde ("Cabo Verde"), Atlantic archipelago off West Africa : 560,000 inhabitants over 1,560 sq miles, 10 inhabited islands in 2 groups (Barlavento in the north and Sotavento in the south), 355 miles west of Senegal. Former Portuguese colony (1462-1975), Portuguese Creole.

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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 ⓘStable

🔥Hottest monthOctober · 86°F

❄️Coolest monthFebruary · 77°F

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘSeptember · 36%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep

🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar

🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr

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Location

Where is Cape Verde ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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Cape Verde

Tropical climate with a 9.0 → 5.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.

14.93°N · 23.51°W

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Cape Verde?

November is the best month with 82°F highs, 73°F lows, 6.2h of sunshine and 2.0% rainy days. The months of November & January offer comparable conditions.

How many hours of sunshine does Cape Verde get in November?

Cape Verde averages 6.2 sunshine hours per day in November. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.7/10.

What is the rainiest month in Cape Verde?

August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.

What are the temperatures at night in Cape Verde in November?

In November, overnight lows reach 73°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.

Is Cape Verde good in winter?

In winter (December-February), Cape Verde scores 8.4/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains November with a score of 8.7/10.

When should you avoid Cape Verde?

August is the most difficult month to visit Cape Verde, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.

Can you swim in Cape Verde in August?

In August, the sea averages 84°F in Cape Verde: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.

Do you need sun protection in Cape Verde in August?

The average UV index reaches 8 in August in Cape Verde (very high), with about 12.5h of daylight. Protection essential.