April weather forecast
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

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Weather in April

In April, Santa Maria, Cape Verde, witnesses a marginal rise in both low and high temperatures. Accompanying these warms days is an appreciable increase in rainfall to 1mm (0.04") average, contributing to increased daylight hours to 12.5h. The sea fervently retains its temperature, providing respite to onlookers enjoying the daily average of 9.2 hours of sunshine. April's wind, while being slightly more tame, continues to bring solace to the natives with a gentle caress. The pressure in the city also stays relatively consistent, hinting at calm atmospheric conditions.

Temperature

As Santa Maria, Cape Verde, transitions from March to April, the average high-temperatures adjust to a still agreeable 21.8°C (71.2°F), nearly the same as the previous 21.6°C (70.9°F). Throughout April, Santa Maria reports a steady low-temperature average of 20.7°C (69.3°F), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 80%.

Rainfall

In Santa Maria, during April, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Santa Maria, there are 37.7 rainfall days, and 90mm (3.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

April is the month with the coldest seawater in Santa Maria, with an average sea temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F).
Note: If you're wary of the cold, the surrounding conditions—sunshine, wind, and air temperature become crucial when swimming in 22.4°C (72.3°F) waters. Olympic standards, for reference, are set between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).

Daylight

In Santa Maria, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:50 -01.

Sunshine

In Santa Maria, the average sunshine in April is 9.2h.

UV index

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. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Caution! The Sun's UV intensity grows with reflections off sand and water.
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Santa Maria?

In Santa Maria, in April, the average high-temperature is 21.8°C (71.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 20.7°C (69.3°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Santa Maria?

In Santa Maria, the average relative humidity in April is 80%.

How many days does it rain in April in Santa Maria?

In Santa Maria, Cape Verde, in April, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 1mm (0.04") of accumulated precipitation.

What month is the sea coldest in Santa Maria?

The month with the coldest seawater in Santa Maria, Cape Verde, is April, with an average sea temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

What is the water temperature in April in Santa Maria?

In April, the average sea temperature in Santa Maria is 22.4°C (72.3°F). For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 23°C (73.4°F) is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 22.4°C (72.3°F).

What is the average length of the day in April in Santa Maria?

In April, the average day length in Santa Maria is 12h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Santa Maria?

On the first day of April in Santa Maria, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:50 -01.

How many hours of sunshine does Santa Maria have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 9.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Santa Maria?

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

How high is the UV index in April in Santa Maria?

In Santa Maria, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in April
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average temperature in April - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • Average high temperature in April: 21.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (26.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (21.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 20.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (20.6°C).

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Average pressure in April
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average pressure in April - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • Average pressure in April: 1014.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1013mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average wind speed in April - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • Average wind speed in April: 27.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (30.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (17.9km/h).

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Average humidity in April
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average humidity in April - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • Average humidity in April: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (72%).

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Average rainfall in April
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average rainfall in April - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall in April: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (35mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average rainfall days in April - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall days in April: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1 days).

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Average sea temperature in April
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average sea temperature in April - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • Average sea temperature in April: 22.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is October (27.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (22.4°C).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average sunshine days in April - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • Average sunshine days in April: 27.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (29.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (18.9 days).

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Average UV index in April
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average UV index in April - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • Average UV index in April: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in April
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average cloud cover in April - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • Average cloud cover in April: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in April
Santa Maria, Cape Verde

Average visibility in April - Santa Maria, Cape Verde
  • Average visibility in April: 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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