Cape Verde in winter
In Cape Verde it is on average 27 °C during the day in December, 26 °C in January and 25 °C in February, with sea temperatures around 24 °C in January. The warmest destination in winter is Sal (26 °C on average from December to February). Of the winter months, November is the warmest at 29 °C. That makes it a real winter-sun destination.
Weather in Cape Verde by month (November–March)
| Month | Day °C | Sea °C | Sun hours | Rain days | Warmest destination |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 29° | 27° | 10.1 | 1 | Sal (29°) |
| December | 27° | 25° | 10.3 | 1 | Sal (27°) |
| January | 26° | 24° | 9.7 | 0 | Sal (26°) |
| February | 25° | 23° | 10.3 | 1 | Sal (25°) |
| March | 25° | 23° | 11 | 0 | Sal (25°) |
Open-Meteo multi-year averages, weighted by the number of accommodations per destination. Sun hours and rain days are model values.
Destinations in Cape Verde
| Destination | Dec | Jan | Feb | Sea (winter) | Flight | From pp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sal | 27° | 26° | 25° | 24° | 6 u | €446 |
| Cape Verde | – | – | – | – | 6 u | €378 |
| Boa Vista | – | – | – | – | 6 u | €954 |
| Sao Vicente | – | – | – | – | 6 u | €811 |
Day temperature = average maximum. Flight time: indicative, direct from Amsterdam.
Cape Verde on the map
Frequently asked questions about Cape Verde in winter
How warm is Cape Verde in winter?
In Cape Verde it is on average 27 °C during the day in December, 26 °C in January and 25 °C in February, with sea temperatures around 24 °C in January. The warmest destination in winter is Sal (26 °C on average from December to February). Of the winter months, November is the warmest at 29 °C. That makes it a real winter-sun destination.
Where is it warmest in Cape Verde in winter?
Sal, with an average of 26 °C during the day from December to February and sea water of 24 °C.
Can you swim in the sea in Cape Verde in winter?
The sea is about 25 °C in December and 23 °C in February. That is pleasant for swimming.
What is the best winter month for Cape Verde?
Between November and March, November is the warmest month (29 °C). In midwinter, December to February, December is the warmest.
What does a winter holiday in Cape Verde cost?
We currently list 146 accommodations in 8 destinations in Cape Verde, from €280 per person. Prices are refreshed daily.
How long is the flight to Cape Verde?
A flight from Amsterdam takes about 6 hours (indicative).