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The weather in May in Cape Verde
It's warm in May in Cape Verde with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 23°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Cape Verde. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Cape Verde. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 38°C in 2015, Cape Verde reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Cape Verde is 23°C this month. Comfortable for a swim.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 0,1 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.
Daily weather in May for Cape Verde
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Cape Verde. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Cape Verde | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 27°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 21°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 0,1 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Cape Verde with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 22°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 27°C, with nights around 22°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Cape Verde is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 23°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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The climate in Cape Verde is based on weather data from Praia. Other places, like Sal, Boa Vista or Santa Maria, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Cape Verde to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Cape Verde. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Cape Verde
Temperature in May in Cape Verde over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Cape Verde. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Cape Verde
Total precipitation in May in Cape Verde over the years
Daily UV index in May in Cape Verde
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Cape Verde, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in May in Cape Verde
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The temperature rose during the day, but was still bearable. Evenings were warm and mild. Sometimes it rained, but mostly it was dry and sunny.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Cape Verde by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Cape Verde. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.