Beach Weather in Praia de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, Cape Verde

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Beach Weather Today in Praia de Santa Maria

Today the maximum temperature will be 22° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 4%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and strong at 37kmh from the North-Northeast. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The strong onshore winds may make conditions rougher for swimming.

Praia de Santa Maria faces Southeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 06:21 PM. The skies should be very clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in Praia de Santa Maria

Today - Sunday the maximum daily temperatures will be 22° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

Today, Sunday will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 4%.

PRAIA DE SANTA MARIA - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sun 19th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 21° 22° 22° 22° 22° 22°
0% 0% 0% 1% 20% 7% 6% 5%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Mon 20th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 21° 21° 21° 22° 22° 22° 22°
14% 47% 36% 52% 23% 12% 33% 56%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Tue 21st January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 21° 21° 21° 21° 21° 21°
36% 53% 47% 64% 29% 28% 67% 66%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Wed 22nd January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 21° 21° 21° 22° 22° 22°
72% 79% 68% 61% 58% 16% 67% 49%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Thu 23rd January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 21° 21° 21° 22° 22° 22° 22°
48% 54% 24% 45% 70% 57% 53% 54%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Fri 24th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 21° 21° 22° 22° 21° 21°
45% 54% 49% 54% 48% 47% 43% 47%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Sat 25th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 21° 22° 22° 22° 22° 22°
53% 75% 76% 57% 46% 35% 44% 47%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
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Sun 19th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
37
kmh
30
kmh
31
kmh
34
kmh
32
kmh
29
kmh
26
kmh
26
kmh
1.5m
1.2m
1.2m
1.6m
1.3m
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
13.6s 13.5s 13.3s 13.0s 12.9s 12.9s 14.3s 14.1s
Mon 20th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
26
kmh
26
kmh
26
kmh
23
kmh
22
kmh
20
kmh
22
kmh
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
1.1m
1.1m
1.0m
1.1m
13.5s 13.2s 12.8s 12.6s 12.5s 12.4s 12.3s 12.3s
Tue 21st January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
23
kmh
24
kmh
24
kmh
24
kmh
22
kmh
23
kmh
26
kmh
1.1m
1.1m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
1.1m
0.7m
0.8m
12.3s 12.3s 13.3s 13.0s 12.6s 12.3s 15.6s 15.8s
Wed 22nd January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
27
kmh
27
kmh
26
kmh
25
kmh
24
kmh
29
kmh
34
kmh
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.9m
1.1m
15.6s 16.3s 15.8s 15.4s 15.2s 14.9s 14.6s 14.4s
Thu 23rd January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
32
kmh
34
kmh
33
kmh
32
kmh
34
kmh
33
kmh
35
kmh
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.1m
1.0m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
14.3s 14.1s 13.8s 13.6s 13.5s 13.3s 13.2s 12.9s
Fri 24th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
37
kmh
40
kmh
40
kmh
40
kmh
41
kmh
40
kmh
39
kmh
42
kmh
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.0m
1.0m
1.1m
1.2m
13.0s 12.8s 12.6s 12.5s 12.3s 12.1s 12.8s 14.3s
Sat 25th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
41
kmh
42
kmh
41
kmh
40
kmh
42
kmh
40
kmh
38
kmh
39
kmh
1.3m
1.4m
1.4m
1.4m
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
1.4m
14.1s 13.7s 13.2s 13.0s 12.8s 12.5s 12.5s 12.8s
Sun 19th January
5:55 AM 12:02 PM 5:48 PM
0.50 1.10 0.54
Mon 20th January
12:11 AM 6:31 AM 12:35 PM 6:30 PM
1.21 0.53 1.07 0.58
Tue 21st January
12:42 AM 7:08 AM 1:12 PM 7:16 PM
1.13 0.57 1.04 0.62
Wed 22nd January
1:19 AM 7:50 AM 1:58 PM 8:13 PM
1.06 0.60 1.01 0.66
Thu 23rd January
2:07 AM 8:40 AM 3:03 PM 9:28 PM
0.99 0.63 0.99 0.68
Fri 24th January
3:21 AM 9:46 AM 4:33 PM 10:59 PM
0.93 0.64 0.99 0.67
Sat 25th January
5:06 AM 11:03 AM 5:55 PM
0.92 0.63 1.03
Sun 19th January
22°
0.0mm
32kmh ENE
4%
Mon 20th January
22°
0.0mm
24kmh NE
34%
Tue 21st January
21°
0.0mm
23kmh NNE
48%
Wed 22nd January
22°
0.0mm
24kmh NNE
58%
Thu 23rd January
22°
0.1mm
30kmh NE
50%
Fri 24th January
22°
0.0mm
40kmh NE
48%
Sat 25th January
22°
0.0mm
42kmh NE
54%
Sun 26th January
22°
0.0mm
42kmh NE
56%
Mon 27th January
21°
0.0mm
36kmh ENE
75%
Tue 28th January
21°
0.0mm
36kmh ENE
69%
Wed 29th January
22°
0.0mm
36kmh NE
56%
Thu 30th January
22°
0.0mm
38kmh NE
37%
Fri 31st January
22°
0.0mm
34kmh NE
5%
Sat 1st February
22°
0.0mm
39kmh NE
3%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 22° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 22° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There will be no rainy days at all. Average cloud cover will be 43%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Praia de Santa Maria don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Taking a Holiday at Praia de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, Ilha do Sal, Cape Verde

Praia de Santa Maria is a beautiful beach located in the town of Santa Maria, on the island of Ilha do Sal in Cape Verde. This stunning destination offers visitors a chance to experience the beauty and relaxation of a beach holiday with pristine white sands, crystal-clear waters, and an abundance of beach activities and amenities.

Beach Type

The beach at Praia de Santa Maria is known for its powdery white sand, which stretches for several kilometers along the island's southern coastline. The sand is soft and inviting, making it perfect for sunbathing or strolling along the shoreline. The clear turquoise waters are calm and warm, providing excellent conditions for swimming and snorkeling. While there are no rocks or reefs directly on this beach, there are nearby locations where you can find these features for more interesting snorkeling and diving experiences.

Beach Activities

Praia de Santa Maria offers a wide range of beach activities that cater to all types of travelers. Some popular activities include:

  • Swimming: The calm waters make it ideal for swimming, with gentle waves perfect for families with children.
  • Kite surfing: With consistent trade winds, this beach is a popular destination for kite surfers of all skill levels.
  • Snorkeling and diving: Although there are no rocks or reefs directly on Praia de Santa Maria, nearby locations offer great opportunities to explore marine life.
  • Beach volleyball: The soft sand provides an excellent surface for playing beach volleyball with friends or other travelers.
  • Sunbathing: The vast stretch of white sand offers plenty of space to lay out your towel and soak up the sun.

Accommodations

There are several accommodation options available near Praia de Santa Maria. Some recommended options include:

  • Hotel Riu Palace Cabo Verde: This all-inclusive 5-star resort offers luxurious rooms, multiple pools, restaurants, bars, and direct access to the beach.
  • Meliá Llana Beach Resort & Spa: A 4-star hotel featuring modern rooms, a spa, fitness center, and beachfront location with sun loungers and umbrellas provided for guests.
  • Hilton Cabo Verde Sal Resort: Another 5-star option, this hotel offers elegant rooms, an on-site casino, spa, and direct beach access.

Areas to Stay In

When planning your holiday at Praia de Santa Maria, consider staying in the following areas:

  • Santa Maria Town Centre: This bustling area offers a variety of restaurants, bars, shops and nightlife options within walking distance of the beach.
  • Ponta Preta: Located west of Santa Maria Town Centre, this area offers more secluded accommodations with easy access to the beach.

Beach Amenities

Praia de Santa Maria offers several amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable visit. These include:

  • Sun loungers and umbrellas available for rent
  • Lifeguards on duty during peak hours
  • Beach bars and restaurants nearby
  • Restrooms and showers
  • Water sports rental equipment available

Praia de Santa Maria is an ideal destination for a relaxing beach holiday. With its powdery white sand, crystal-clear waters, activities for all ages and interests, and a range of accommodations to suit every budget and preference, it's no wonder this beautiful Cape Verdean beach is such a popular choice for travelers from around the world.

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