Cape VerdeThe weather in May in Ribeira Grande de Santiago
It's warm in May in Ribeira Grande de Santiago with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 20°C and 23°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Ribeira Grande de Santiago. 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 Ribeira Grande de Santiago, 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, Ribeira Grande de Santiago reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 21°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 25°C.
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 Ribeira Grande de Santiago
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Ribeira Grande de Santiago. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Ribeira Grande de Santiago | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 28°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 20°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 Ribeira Grande de Santiago with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 22°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 28°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 Ribeira Grande de Santiago 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.
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 May in Ribeira Grande de Santiago, 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 Ribeira Grande de Santiago
Temperature in May in Ribeira Grande de Santiago over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Ribeira Grande de Santiago, 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 Ribeira Grande de Santiago
Total precipitation in May in Ribeira Grande de Santiago over the years
Daily UV index in May in Ribeira Grande de Santiago
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Ribeira Grande de Santiago, 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 de Santiago by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Ribeira Grande de Santiago. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.