Cape Verde · September
Best travel monthTravel seasonCape Verde · Africa
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 26° (79°)23– (73–)28 (82) | 25° (77°)22– (72–)27 (81) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)29 (84) | 26° (79°)24– (75–)29 (84) | 27° (81°)25– (77–)29 (84) | 28° (82°)25– (77–)30 (86) | 29° (84°)26– (79–)31 (88) | 30° (86°)27– (81–)32 (90) | 31° (88°)28– (82–)33 (91) | 30° (86°)27– (81–)33 (91) | 29° (84°)26– (79–)31 (88) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)29 (84) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 20° (68°)17– (63–)22 (72) | 20° (68°)17– (63–)21 (70) | 20° (68°)18– (64–)21 (70) | 21° (70°)18– (64–)21 (70) | 21° (70°)19– (66–)22 (72) | 22° (72°)20– (68–)23 (73) | 24° (75°)22– (72–)25 (77) | 25° (77°)23– (73–)26 (79) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)27 (81) | 25° (77°)22– (72–)26 (79) | 23° (73°)20– (68–)25 (77) | 22° (72°)19– (66–)23 (73) |
☀️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") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 2d24mm (1.0") | 4d28mm (1.1") | 1d7mm (0.3") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d2mm (0.1") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
September is among the best months in Cape Verde: only 4 rain days, 31°C (88°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 31°C (88°F), cooling to 26°C (79°F) at night (daily average: 28°C (82°F)). Peaks reach around 33°C (91°F), the coldest nights around 23°C (73°F). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 4 rain days with 28 mm (1.1 in) total. The water is a warm 27°C (81°F) — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in September are ideal.
Packing list for Cape Verde in September
- Light summer clothes
- Swimwear and beach towel
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Insect repellent
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is September a good time to visit Cape Verde?
- Yes — September is one of the best months to visit Cape Verde (Climate Score: 79/100). Pleasant temperatures (31°C (88°F)), good sunshine (9 h/day), and few rain days (4) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Cape Verde in September?
- In September, Cape Verde sees daily highs of 31°C (88°F). Nights cool to 26°C (79°F), with a daily average of 28°C (82°F). Peaks reach around 33°C (91°F), the coldest nights around 23°C (73°F).
- How much rain falls in Cape Verde in September?
- In September, Cape Verde receives an average of 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Cape Verde get in September?
- Cape Verde averages 9 sunshine hours per day in September — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Cape Verde in September?
- Water temperature in Cape Verde in September averages 27°C (81°F) — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
