August weather forecast
Cape Verde

August in Cape Verde is characterised by peak summer temperatures, with averages fluctuating between 27°C (80.6°F) to 32°C (89.6°F). This month is typically the hottest period in the year for the archipelago. The coastal cities of Praia and Mindelo, due to the Atlantic Ocean's moderating influence, experience slightly cooler temperatures, providing some relief from the intense heat.

August also marks the onset of the wetter season in Cape Verde, with average precipitation levels rising to approximately 60mm (2.36"). This is a significant increase compared to the preceding months, making August one of the rainiest months of the year. However, rainfall remains relatively sporadic, and the majority of August days are still sunny and clear, maintaining the appeal for outdoor activities.

In terms of wind conditions, the Harmattan winds from the Sahara desert are absent during August. This results in clear skies and minimal dust levels, improving visibility across Cape Verde, particularly in the islands' interior regions.

Transitioning into September, the weather conditions in Cape Verde remain similar. September continues to be warm with a slight dip in temperatures, and precipitation levels rise even more, making it the wettest month of the year. Therefore, the shift from August to September is marked by gradually cooling conditions and a significant increase in rainfall.

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• Praia - August »
  On the first day of August in Praia sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 19:03. In Praia the average relative humidity in August is 79%.
• Mindelo - August »
  On the first day of August in Mindelo sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 19:12. The months with the lowest UV index in Mindelo are January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
• Santa Maria - August »
  Shifting into August, Santa Maria records an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.8°C (78.4°F), presenting minor fluctuations compared to the previous month. In Santa Maria, during August, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of precipitation.
• Sao Filipe - August »
  The months with the highest UV index in Sao Filipe are August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. In Sao Filipe the average seawater temperature in August is 27°C (80.6°F).
• Assomada - August »
  In Assomada in August, during 12.2 rainfall days, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is typically accumulated. The months with the highest UV index in Assomada are August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
• Tarrafal - August »
  The months with the highest UV index in Tarrafal are August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. In Tarrafal, in August, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 31mm (1.22") of accumulated precipitation.
• Porto Novo - August »
  In Porto Novo the average sunshine duration in August is 7.5h. August has the least sunshine of the year in Porto Novo, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine.
• Ribeira Grande - August »
  In Ribeira Grande in August, during 6.3 rainfall days, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ribeira Grande, during August, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation.
• Cidade Velha - August »
  In Cidade Velha during August, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of precipitation. In Cidade Velha, during August, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of precipitation.
• Sal Rei - August »
  In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 19:03. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:45 -01.
• Picos - August »
  In Picos, during August, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of precipitation. In Picos, during August, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of precipitation.
• Calheta - August »
  In Calheta during August, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of precipitation. In Calheta, Cape Verde, in August, the average water temperature is 26.5°C (79.7°F).