May weather forecast
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

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Weather in May

May observes a marked departure from April's unpredictability, reverting to the stable, warmer conditions typical of Santa Cruz. Despite being the precursor to the wet months, rain appears sparingly, allowing the city's vibrant summer spirit to shine through. The decrease in wind speeds adds to the tranquillity, setting the stage for a serene and soothing month. The lingering daylight stretching into late evenings offers prolonged windows for outdoor activities. May in Santa Cruz is defined by its warmth, tranquil ambience, and noticeably longer daylight hours.

Temperature

Santa Cruz's May average high-temperature settles at a still warm 24.8°C (76.6°F), showing a near match with the preceding month. The May average low temperature, marginally lower than the daytime high, records at a pleasant 22.2°C (72°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January, March and May Rain falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 50min.
On the first day of May in Santa Cruz, Cape Verde, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 19:00 -01.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.9h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Santa Cruz.

UV index

January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Santa Cruz in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Santa Cruz, records 24.8°C (76.6°F), while the low-temperature is 22.2°C (72°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Santa Cruz?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

What is the driest month in Santa Cruz?

The months with the least rainfall in Santa Cruz are January, March and May Rain falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain.

How many days does it rain in May in Santa Cruz?

In May, in Santa Cruz, Cape Verde, the rain falls for 1.3 days. Throughout May, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Santa Cruz have in May?

The average day length in May in Santa Cruz, Cape Verde, is 12h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Santa Cruz?

On the first day of May in Santa Cruz, Cape Verde, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 19:00 -01.

What month has the most sunshine in Santa Cruz?

The month with the most sunshine in Santa Cruz, Cape Verde, is May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

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

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Santa Cruz?

In Santa Cruz, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in May
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average temperature in May - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average high temperature in May: 24.8°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 May: 22.2°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 May
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average pressure in May - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.3mbar

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 May
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average wind speed in May - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average wind speed in May: 22.2km/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 May
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average humidity in May - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

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 May
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average rainfall in May - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall in May: 1mm

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 May
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average rainfall days in May - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.3 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 May /
Average sunshine in May
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 5min

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 May: 9h and 5min

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 May
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average sunshine days in May - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average sunshine days in May: 29.3 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 May
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

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

Average cloud cover in May - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average cloud cover in May: 13

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 May
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average visibility in May - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average visibility in May: 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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