Cape Verde · December
Best travel monthTravel seasonCape Verde · Africa
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, ↑ warmestØ day↑ warmest | 26° (79°)28° (82°) | 25° (77°)27° (81°) | 26° (79°)29° (84°) | 26° (79°)29° (84°) | 27° (81°)29° (84°) | 28° (82°)30° (86°) | 29° (84°)31° (88°) | 30° (86°)32° (90°) | 31° (88°)33° (91°) | 30° (86°)33° (91°) | 29° (84°)31° (88°) | 27° (81°)29° (84°) |
Ø night, ↓ coldestØ night↓ coldest | 20° (68°)17° (63°) | 20° (68°)17° (63°) | 20° (68°)18° (64°) | 21° (70°)18° (64°) | 21° (70°)19° (66°) | 22° (72°)20° (68°) | 24° (75°)22° (72°) | 25° (77°)23° (73°) | 26° (79°)23° (73°) | 25° (77°)22° (72°) | 23° (73°)20° (68°) | 22° (72°)19° (66°) |
☀️Sunshine | 9h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 10h UV 9 | 10h UV 10 | 11h UV 10 | 11h UV 9 | 10h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 | 10h UV 9 | 9h UV 8 | 9h UV 6 |
🌊Water Temp | 23° (73°) | 23° (73°) | 23° (73°) | 23° (73°) | 23° (73°) | 24° (75°) | 25° (77°) | 27° (81°) | 27° (81°) | 27° (81°) | 26° (79°) | 25° (77°) |
🌧Rain Days | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d3mm (0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 1d17mm (0.6") | 4d30mm (1.2") | 1d13mm (0.5") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 0d3mm (0.1") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · ↑ warmest day · ↓ coldest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
December is among the best months in Cape Verde: only 0 rain days, 27°C (81°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 27°C (81°F), cooling to 22°C (72°F) at night (daily average: 24°C (75°F)). Peaks reach around 29°C (84°F), the coldest nights around 19°C (66°F). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 0 rain days with 3 mm (0.1 in) total. Sea temperature is 25°C (77°F) — pleasantly warm for long swim sessions.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in December are ideal.
Packing list for Cape Verde in December
- T-shirts and shorts
- Swimwear and beach towel
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Insect repellent
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Cape Verde?
- Yes — December is one of the best months to visit Cape Verde (Climate Score: 89/100). Pleasant temperatures (27°C (81°F)), good sunshine (9 h/day), and few rain days (0) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Cape Verde in December?
- In December, Cape Verde sees daily highs of 27°C (81°F). Nights cool to 22°C (72°F), with a daily average of 24°C (75°F). Peaks reach around 29°C (84°F), the coldest nights around 19°C (66°F).
- How much rain falls in Cape Verde in December?
- In December, Cape Verde receives an average of 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain over 0 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Cape Verde get in December?
- Cape Verde averages 9 sunshine hours per day in December — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Cape Verde in December?
- Water temperature in Cape Verde in December averages 25°C (77°F) — pleasantly warm for swim sessions.
