May weather forecast
Cape Verde

May signals the end of spring and the beginning of summer in Cape Verde. During this month, temperatures continue to rise, with averages ranging between 24°C (75.2°F) and 29°C (84.2°F). The Atlantic Ocean's cooling effect ensures that coastal cities such as Praia and Mindelo typically experience slightly lower temperatures, making these locations particularly comfortable.

In terms of precipitation, May remains predominantly dry, with the average rainfall slightly higher than in April, around 12mm (0.47"). Although this represents an increase, rainfall remains infrequent and the climate predominantly arid. The vast majority of days in May are clear and sunny, which continues to favour outdoor activities and exploration.

With regards to wind conditions, the dust-carrying Harmattan winds from the Sahara desert continue to decrease in intensity during May. As a result, dust levels further reduce and visibility improves, particularly within the inland regions of Cape Verde's islands.

Transitioning to June, the temperatures in Cape Verde continue their gradual ascent, signalling the arrival of the hotter summer months. Precipitation levels also increase slightly but remain relatively low, thereby maintaining the predominantly arid climate that characterises Cape Verde. Thus, the transition from May to June is marked by a continuation of the warm, dry conditions, with minor increases in both temperature and precipitation.

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• Praia - May »
  January, March and May are months with the least rain in Praia, Cape Verde, when the rain falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain. In Praia during May, the rain falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.
• Mindelo - May »
  January, March through May are months with the least rain in Mindelo when the rain falls for 1.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain. On the last day of the month, in Mindelo, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 19:09 -01.
• Santa Maria - May »
  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. On the last day of May, in Santa Maria, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 19:00 -01.
• Sao Filipe - May »
  As Sao Filipe cruises into June from May, look forward to fewer sunshine days, lowered wind speeds, and an undeniable increase in relative humidity values, all of which add a different meaning to the city's magnificent tropical weather. The months with the lowest UV index in Sao Filipe are January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
• Assomada - May »
  The months with the least rainfall in Assomada are January, March and May Rain falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain. On the first day of May in Assomada sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:52.
• Tarrafal - May »
  In Tarrafal during May, the rain falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Tarrafal, Cape Verde.
• Porto Novo - May »
  January, March through May are months with the least rain in Porto Novo when the rain falls for 1.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain. Embarking on the latter part of the first half of the year, May in Porto Novo, Cape Verde marks a perceptible rise in temperature.
• Ribeira Grande - May »
  As we move further into the year, May brings about a consistent increase in temperature in Ribeira Grande, Cape Verde. On the first day of May in Ribeira Grande sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 19:00.
• Cidade Velha - May »
  The months with the least rainfall in Cidade Velha are January, March and May Rain falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain. On the last day of the month, in Cidade Velha, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 19:00 -01.
• Sal Rei - May »
  A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 22.8°C (73°F) water. For those not fond of cold temperatures, taking a swim at 22.8°C (73°F) may require consideration of the sunshine, wind, and ambient temperature.
• Picos - May »
  In Picos, Cape Verde, during May, the rain falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In May, Picos, Cape Verde experiences a gradual climb in temperature, signifying the preamble to the upcoming summer months.
• Calheta - May »
  January, March and May are months with the least rain in Calheta when the rain falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain. The months with the least rainfall in Calheta are January, March and May Rain falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain.