February weather forecast
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

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Weather in February

Warmth remains consistent in February as the breezes of January transition into this month. Although the humidity slightly increases, the balmy weather conditions persist. Wind speed tends to rise marginally to a high of 26.4km/h (16.4mph), making coastal maritime activities desirable. The weather conditions coupled with the lively atmosphere make Santa Cruz a desired destination for tourists. Regardless of the windy weather, February generally maintains the characteristic warmth that Cape Verde is known for.

Temperature

Lowest temperatures in Santa Cruz, Cape Verde, are observed in February and March, averaging a high-temperature of 23.7°C (74.7°F).

Humidity

In February, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Santa Cruz, during February, the rain falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Santa Cruz, Cape Verde, there are 54.1 rainfall days, and 149mm (5.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in Santa Cruz is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of February, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:41 -01.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Santa Cruz. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in February translates into the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Santa Cruz?

February and March bring Santa Cruz's average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 23.7°C (74.7°F).

What are February temperatures in Santa Cruz?

The high-temperature, in February, in Santa Cruz, is 23.7°C (74.7°F), while the low-temperature averages to 20.9°C (69.6°F).

What is the average humidity in February in Santa Cruz?

In Santa Cruz, Cape Verde, the average relative humidity in February is 71%.

How much does it rain in Santa Cruz in February?

In Santa Cruz, during February, the rain falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in February in Santa Cruz?

In Santa Cruz, Cape Verde, the average day length in February is 11h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in February in Santa Cruz?

On the first day of February, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:41 -01.

How many hours of sunshine does Santa Cruz have in February?

In February, the average sunshine duration in Santa Cruz, Cape Verde, is 9.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Santa Cruz?

The months with the lowest UV index in Santa Cruz are January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in February in Santa Cruz?

In Santa Cruz, Cape Verde, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in February
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average temperature in February - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average high temperature in February: 23.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (28.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (23.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in February: 20.9°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are September and October (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (20.9°C).

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Average pressure in February
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average pressure in February - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average pressure in February: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1012.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in February
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average wind speed in February - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average wind speed in February: 25.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (25.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (14km/h).

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Average humidity in February
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average humidity in February - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average humidity in February: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (69%).

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Average rainfall in February
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average rainfall in February - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall in February: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (50mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and May (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in February
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average rainfall days in February - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall days in February: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.7 days).

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Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average daylight in February: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in February
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average sunshine days in February - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average sunshine days in February: 25.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and May (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in February
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average UV index in February - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average UV index in February: 6

The months with the highest UV index are August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in February
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average cloud cover in February - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average cloud cover in February: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 13).

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Average visibility in February
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average visibility in February - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average visibility in February: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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