Temperatures in May
It's warm in May in Cape Verde with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 23°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Cape Verde in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Cape Verde with hot temperatures, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights close to 22°C. You won’t see any precipitation in the first days of the month, it’s all sunny skies.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature drops to around 27°C, with nights close to 22°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Cape Verde will be around 28°C, with nights close to 23°C. No precipitation expected, with plenty of sunshine on the horizon.
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Water temperature
The water temperature at Cape Verde is 23°C this month. Comfortable for a swim.
Precipitation in May
According to weather history, there is only 0,1 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
You can expect dry weather every day in May.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Cape Verde. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Cape Verde in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
27°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
29°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
26°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
0,1 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
0 days | 8 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Cape Verde?
Want nice weather? Then May is a great time to be in Cape Verde. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Cape Verde in May
With 38°C, Cape Verde hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 8°C to a high of 25°C.
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The climate of Cape Verde is based on weather data from Praia. Other spots, like Sal, Boa Vista or Santa Maria, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Cape Verde for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in May in Cape Verde
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Cape Verde, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in May in Cape Verde
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Daily Precipitation in May in Cape Verde
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Cape Verde, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect it to stay dry all month in Cape Verde.
Daily UV Index in May in Cape Verde
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Cape Verde, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Cape Verde Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Cape Verde, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Cape Verde Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Cape Verde, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Cape Verde
Click on a specific day in May for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Cape Verde. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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The temperature rose during the day but was still bearable. Evenings were warm and mild. Sometimes it rained, but mostly it was dry and sunny.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Cape Verde by Month
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