Climate Insights for Praia International Airport

, Concelho da Praia, Cabo Verde

Hottest
October
28°C peak
Coldest
March
19°C low
Wettest
September
78mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Praia International Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 191mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 78mm of rainfall. Praia International Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: October, August, September. The coldest months are March, February, April, when temperatures can drop to 19°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 24° Average: 22° Min: 20° Feb Max: 24° Average: 21° Min: 19° Mar Max: 24° Average: 21° Min: 19° Apr Max: 25° Average: 22° Min: 20° May Max: 25° Average: 23° Min: 20° Jun Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 21° Jul Max: 27° Average: 25° Min: 23° Aug Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 24° Sep Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 25° Oct Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 24° Nov Max: 27° Average: 25° Min: 23° Dec Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 21°
Max
Average
Min

Praia International Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. March is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 21°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 2mm Feb Precipitation: 3mm Mar Precipitation: 1mm Apr Precipitation: 0mm May Precipitation: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 1mm Jul Precipitation: 7mm Aug Precipitation: 60mm Sep Precipitation: 78mm Oct Precipitation: 33mm Nov Precipitation: 5mm Dec Precipitation: 1mm
Precipitation

Praia International Airport is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 191mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 16mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 78mm of rainfall. August and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 0mm. That's 78mm less than September, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 23km/h Feb Wind Speed: 24km/h Mar Wind Speed: 23km/h Apr Wind Speed: 22km/h May Wind Speed: 21km/h Jun Wind Speed: 18km/h Jul Wind Speed: 16km/h Aug Wind Speed: 15km/h Sep Wind Speed: 18km/h Oct Wind Speed: 18km/h Nov Wind Speed: 20km/h Dec Wind Speed: 22km/h
Wind Speed

Praia International Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 20km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 24km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 15km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 9km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 23km/h in winter, 22km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 19km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Praia International Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Praia International Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in October at around 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in March near 19°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 19 to 25°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 1mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 68mm over the season and a monthly average of 23mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 23 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 116mm over the season and a monthly average of 39mm. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 19 to 26°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 6mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 23km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 22°
Feb 21°
Mar 21°
Apr 22°
May 23°
Jun 23°
Jul 25°
Aug 26°
Sep 26°
Oct 26°
Nov 25°
Dec 23°

The best time to visit Praia International Airport is during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 2mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 28°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Praia International Airport based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
20 °C
24 °C
23 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
24 °C
24 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
19 °C
24 °C
23 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Apr
20 °C
25 °C
22 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
May
20 °C
25 °C
21 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Jun
21 °C
26 °C
18 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
27 °C
16 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
28 °C
15 km/h
60 mm
0 cm
Sep
25 °C
28 °C
18 km/h
78 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
28 °C
18 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
27 °C
20 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
26 °C
22 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
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