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Visiting Cape Verde in May

May is one of the best months to visit Cape Verde for the best beach weather. It has the most sunshine and best sunbathing and swimming conditions of the year.

The weather in May is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into June. May has average maximum temperatures of 27°C (80°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 67.7% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.7hrs making the days long and bright.

May has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

Sea temperatures are a warm 22°C (72°F). May is a good month for swimming in Cape Verde with comfortable temperatures for most people. The sea temperature in May is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into June.

Also consider visiting Cape Verde in one of the other best months of June, July, November, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.

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Can you sunbathe in Cape Verde in May?

Yes, May is a good time for sunbathing in Cape Verde.

May has average maximum temperatures of 27°C (80°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 67.7% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.7hrs making the days long and bright. May has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

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Can you swim in Cape Verde in May?

Yes, May is a good month for swimming in Cape Verde with warm sea temperatures 22°C (72°F).

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Is May a good time to holiday in Cape Verde?

Yes, May is a great time for a holiday in Cape Verde.

May has average maximum temperatures of 27°C (80°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 67.7% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.7hrs making the days long and bright. May has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between. Sea temperatures are a warm 22°C (72°F). May is a good month for swimming in Cape Verde with comfortable temperatures for most people.

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Is Cape Verde warm in May?

Yes, Cape Verde is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days in May.

The average maximum temperature in Cape Verde in May is 27°C (80°F). The average maximum temperature is 26°C (79°) in the previous month and 27°C (81°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Cape Verde in May is 24°C (75°F). The average temperature is 23°C (73°F) in the previous month and 25°C (76°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Cape Verde in May?

The average day light hours per day in Cape Verde in May are 12.9. The sunshine percentage is 67.7% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.7hrs making the days long and bright.

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Temperature in Cape Verde in May

The weather in May is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into June. The average maximum temperature in Cape Verde in May is 27°C (80°F). The average maximum temperature is 26°C (79°F) in the previous month and 27°C (81°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Cape Verde in May is 24°C (75°F). The average temperature is 23°C (73°F) in the previous month and 25°C (76°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Cape Verde in May is 22°C (71°F). The minimum temperature is 21°C (69°F) in the previous month and 22°C (72°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Cape Verde in May

The days in May are marginally longer than the previous month and the days continue to get marginally longer into June. May has a slightly more hours of sunshine than the previous month. During May the average day light hours are 12.9 per day in Cape Verde. The sunshine percentage is 67.7% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.7hrs making the days long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Cape Verde in May is typically 13.7 during May. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Cape Verde in May

The average sea water temperature in Cape Verde in May is 22.4°C (72.3°F) which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. The sea temperature in May is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into June.

Rainfall in Cape Verde in May

May has fewer days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Cape Verde in May is 0cm (0inches) and on average there are 0 rainy days in May making it an extremely dry time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Cape Verde in May

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Cape Verde in May is 19°C (66°F) which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach. The dew point is 18°C (64°F) in the previous month and 20°C (20°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Cape Verde in May is typically 82.3%. The maximum relative humidity is 81.3% in the previous month and 83% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Cape Verde in May is typically 68.6%. The average relative humidity is 67.5% in the previous month and 70.1% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Cape Verde in May

The average maximum wind speed in Cape Verde in May is typically 35KM/H (22MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 31KM/H (20MPH) in the previous month and 32KM/H (20MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Cape Verde in May is typically 25KM/H (16MPH). The average wind speed is 23KM/H (14MPH) in the previous month and 22KM/H (14MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Cape Verde in May is from the North.

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