City in São Vicente, Cabo Verde
Mindelo weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Mindelo
Nov–Jun is dry and warm. Carnival (Feb or Mar) and Baía das Gatas music festival (August) bring big crowds. Rain is rare, mostly Aug–Oct.
Mindelo weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan23°41 mm
- Feb22°37 mm
- Mar23°19 mm
- Apr23°14 mm
- May24°7 mm
- Jun24°7 mm
- Jul26°9 mm
- Aug27°28 mm
- Sep28°46 mm
- Oct27°27 mm
- Nov26°37 mm
- Dec24°50 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°C73°F | 21°C69°F | 41 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| February | 22°C72°F | 20°C68°F | 37 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| March | 23°C73°F | 20°C68°F | 19 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| April | 23°C73°F | 21°C69°F | 14 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| May | 24°C75°F | 22°C71°F | 7 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| June | 24°C76°F | 22°C72°F | 7 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| July | 26°C78°F | 24°C74°F | 9 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| August | 27°C81°F | 25°C77°F | 28 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| September | 28°C82°F | 26°C78°F | 46 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| October | 27°C81°F | 25°C77°F | 27 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| November | 26°C78°F | 24°C75°F | 37 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| December | 24°C76°F | 22°C72°F | 50 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
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Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Mindelo?
Nov–May. Nov–Jun is dry and warm. Carnival (Feb or Mar) and Baía das Gatas music festival (August) bring big crowds. Rain is rare, mostly Aug–Oct.
When is the rainy season in Mindelo?
Rain peaks in December with about 50 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Mindelo?
September, with average highs of 28°C (82°F).
How cold does Mindelo get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 20°C (68°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.