Cape VerdeThe weather in August in Ribeira Grande
It's hot in August in Ribeira Grande with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°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 Ribeira Grande 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 Ribeira Grande, 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 39°C in 2014, Ribeira Grande reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 21°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 30 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in August for Ribeira Grande
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Ribeira Grande. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Ribeira Grande | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 31°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 25°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 30 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 7 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Ribeira Grande with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 25°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps rise to around 31°C, with nights around 26°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Ribeira Grande 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.
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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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Ribeira Grande, 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 Ribeira Grande
Temperature in August in Ribeira Grande over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Ribeira Grande, 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 Ribeira Grande
Total precipitation in August in Ribeira Grande over the years
Daily UV index in August in Ribeira Grande
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Ribeira Grande, 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 Ribeira Grande by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Ribeira Grande. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.