Cape VerdeThe weather in August in Praia
It's hot in August in Praia with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 26°C.
August is a good month to be in Praia for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Praia, 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 36°C in 2019, Praia reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 22°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Praia is 29°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 54 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in August for Praia
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Praia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Praia | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 30°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 25°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 54 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 10 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Praia with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 25°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 30°C, with nights around 26°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Praia is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 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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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Praia, Cape Verde. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Praia
Temperature in August in Praia over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Praia, 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 August in Praia
Total precipitation in August in Praia over the years
Daily UV index in August in Praia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Praia, 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.
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Average weather in Praia by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Praia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.