January weather forecast
Cape Verde

January in Cape Verde marks the midst of winter, but unlike the colder climes typically associated with this season, the island country experiences pleasantly warm weather. Average temperatures in January range from 20°C (68°F) to 25°C (77°F), with coastal cities like Praia and Mindelo on the cooler end of this spectrum due to the moderating influence of the Atlantic Ocean.

January stands out as one of the driest months in Cape Verde, with rainfall averaging 2mm (0.08"), a substantial decrease compared to the previous months. As the country moves away from the rainy season of August to October, the likelihood of precipitation drops dramatically. Clear, sunny days are a common feature during this month, making it a perfect time for outdoor activities.

In comparison to December, January maintains similar temperature averages but has even less rainfall, enhancing the dryness characteristic of the desert climate. However, one should note that the Harmattan wind, blowing from the Sahara, intensifies during January. This results in dustier conditions, which can impact visibility, especially in interior regions of the islands.

Looking forward to the next month, February, January serves as a precursor, as the weather conditions remain largely consistent. Temperatures stay within the same range, and the dry conditions persist. The primary difference is that as February progresses, the intensity of the Harmattan wind gradually diminishes, leading to less dusty conditions.

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• Praia - January »
  The months with the least rainfall are January, March and May Rain falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:31 -01.
• Mindelo - January »
  January, March through May are months with the least rain in Mindelo when the rain falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain. January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Mindelo, Cape Verde.
• Santa Maria - January »
  The months with the lowest UV index in Santa Maria are January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Santa Maria, Cape Verde.
• Sao Filipe - January »
  January, March and May are months with the least rain in Sao Filipe when the rain falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain. On the first day of January in Sao Filipe, Cape Verde, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 18:19.
• Assomada - January »
  The months with the least rainfall in Assomada are January, March and May Rain falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain. January, March and May are months with the least rain in Assomada when the rain falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.
• Tarrafal - January »
  January is the least humid month in Tarrafal with an average relative humidity of 69%. On the first day of January in Tarrafal sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:15.
• Porto Novo - January »
  The months with the lowest humidity in Porto Novo are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 73%. The months with the lowest UV index in Porto Novo are January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
• Ribeira Grande - January »
  The months with the lowest humidity in Ribeira Grande are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 73%. In Ribeira Grande in January, the average water temperature is 24.3°C (75.7°F).
• Cidade Velha - January »
  January, March and May are months with the least rain in Cidade Velha when the rain falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain. January is the least humid month in Cidade Velha with an average relative humidity of 69%.
• Sal Rei - January »
  The coldest months in Sal Rei are January and February, with an average high-temperature of 24°C (75.2°F). January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the lowest UV index in Sal Rei, Cape Verde.
• Picos - January »
  The months with the least rainfall in Picos are January, March and May Rain falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain. January, March and May are months with the least rain in Picos when the rain falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.
• Calheta - January »
  January, March and May are months with the least rain in Calheta when the rain falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain. In Calheta, Cape Verde, in January, the average water temperature is 24.8°C (76.6°F).