Climate guide for Boa Vista, Cabo Verde

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About Boa Vista

Boa Vista is larger and more dispersed than its resort map suggests. Sal Rei provides the main town base, while Santa Mónica and other beaches, the Viana Desert, old settlements, and remote coastal routes require planned transport. Wind, soft sand, and limited services make off-road driving a poor place to improvise, so use an established operator beyond paved routes. Turtle and whale encounters are seasonal and regulated; choose licensed guides, keep the required distance, and treat wildlife access as conditional rather than guaranteed.

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Travel Tips

01Best time & timing
Target March, February, April — that is where comfort scores peak (9.7/10). September is the weakest month at 6.6/10.
02Weather & what to pack
March averages 21°C with 0 mm of rain and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
03Crowds & value
If budget matters, target May — 9.2/10 with lighter demand than March.

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When to visit Boa Vista: the short answer

Plan Boa Vista for March, with February, April close behind — the stretch with the most usable temperatures and the fewest lost days to rain: March averages 21°C with 0 mm of rain and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. The months to avoid unless you have a specific reason are September, August. If budget matters more than perfect weather, October is the strongest of the low-rate months at 7.4/10.

Across the year Boa Vista swings from 21°C in March to 27°C in September, a 5-degree spread, while rainfall ranges from 0 mm in March to 63 mm in September. In short, Boa Vista is not equally good year-round — the gap between its best and worst month is 3.1 points on the same 10-point scale.

Warmest month: September (27°C). Coolest: March (21°C). Driest: March (0 mm). Wettest: September (63 mm).

Boa Vista month by month

January is one of the strongest months in Boa Vista (4th)

Best window · 9.4/10

At 22°C (72°F) this is comfortable city weather in January, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.

At just 3 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.3 hours of daylight.

On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Boa Vista at 9.4/10 (4th of 12), just behind March at 9.7/10.

Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.

Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.

February ranks 2nd of 12 for Boa Vista — one of the best windows

Best window · 9.6/10

At 22°C (71°F) this is comfortable city weather in February, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.

With around 23 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.6 hours of daylight fill the rest.

On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Boa Vista at 9.6/10 (2nd of 12), just behind March at 9.7/10.

Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.

Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.

March: the best month of the year in Boa Vista

Best window · 9.7/10

March averages 21°C (71°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.

Rain is a non-issue at 0 mm for the month, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.1 hours of daylight to work with.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Boa Vista at 9.7/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.

Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.

April ranks 3rd of 12 for Boa Vista — one of the best windows

Best window · 9.5/10

At 22°C (72°F) this is comfortable city weather in April, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.

At just 2 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.5 hours of daylight.

On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Boa Vista at 9.5/10 (3rd of 12), just behind March at 9.7/10.

Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.

Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.

May ranks 5th of 12 for Boa Vista — one of the best windows

Best window · 9.2/10

May averages 23°C (74°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.

Rain is a non-issue at 3 mm for the month, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.9 hours of daylight to work with.

A 9.2/10 puts this among the year's best months in Boa Vista (5th of 12); only March scores higher, at 9.7/10.

Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.

June is one of the strongest months in Boa Vista (7th)

Best window · 8.8/10

At 24°C (75°F) this is comfortable city weather in June, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.

At just 9 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.1 hours of daylight.

On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Boa Vista at 8.8/10 (7th of 12), just behind March at 9.7/10.

Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.

July holds up well in Boa Vista — 8th best month

Good · 8.3/10

At 25°C (77°F) this is comfortable city weather in July, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.

With around 19 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13 hours of daylight fill the rest.

That is 8.3/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 9.7/10 for the best month here.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.

August in Boa Vista: strong conditions, 11th of 12

Good · 7/10

August averages 26°C (80°F) and humidity near 78%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.

Rainfall runs 55 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.6 hours of daylight.

It scores 7/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 9.7/10 in the destination's best month.

Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.

Flexible dates? March scores 2.7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.

September in Boa Vista — workable with trade-offs

Trade-offs · 6.6/10

September averages 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 78%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.

Rainfall runs 63 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.2 hours of daylight.

It scores 6.6/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 9.7/10 in the destination's best month.

Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.

Flexible dates? March scores 3.1 points higher here — enough to change the trip.

October in Boa Vista: strong conditions, 10th of 12

Good · 7.4/10

Days in October average 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 76% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.

At just 10 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.8 hours of daylight.

That is 7.4/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 9.7/10 for the best month here.

Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.

If your dates are flexible, March is materially better in Boa Vista — 2.3 points higher on the same scale.

November holds up well in Boa Vista — 9th best month

Good · 8.1/10

At 25°C (77°F) this is comfortable city weather in November, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.

At just 13 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.4 hours of daylight.

That is 8.1/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 9.7/10 for the best month here.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.

If your dates are flexible, March is materially better in Boa Vista — 1.6 points higher on the same scale.

December is one of the strongest months in Boa Vista (6th)

Best window · 9/10

December averages 23°C (74°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.

Rain is a non-issue at 7 mm for the month, with about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.2 hours of daylight to work with.

A 9/10 puts this among the year's best months in Boa Vista (6th of 12); only March scores higher, at 9.7/10.

Figure on peak pricing, with crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.

FAQ

Frequently asked

When is the best time to visit Boa Vista, Cabo Verde?
In Ideal Weather mode, the best months to visit Boa Vista are March, February, April, January, May, December. March is the single peak month with an Ideal Weather score of 9.7/10 based on temperature, rainfall, humidity, daylight and days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
What is the weather like in Boa Vista year-round?
Boa Vista has a climate profile suited to sightseeing and cultural travel. Average monthly temperatures range from 21°C in March to 27°C in September, with Ideal Weather scores between 6.6 and 9.7 out of 10.
Which months should I avoid in Boa Vista?
The lowest Ideal Weather-scoring months in Boa Vista are September (6.6/10), August (7.0/10), October (7.4/10). These months typically combine less comfortable temperatures, higher rainfall or fewer days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
When is the rainy season in Boa Vista?
September is the wettest month in Boa Vista, averaging about 63 mm of rainfall. March is the driest, at roughly 0 mm.
Which is the sunniest month in Boa Vista?
March sees the most sun in Boa Vista, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine on average - ideal for outdoor plans.
Is Boa Vista a good destination for sightseeing and cultural travel?
Boa Vista is well suited to sightseeing and cultural travel. Its highest Ideal Weather window (March, February, April, January, May, December) aligns with the conditions travelers usually look for in this style of trip.
How is the bestime.to score for Boa Vista calculated?
Each month receives an Ideal Weather score from 0-10 using ERA5 climate normals for Boa Vista: temperature comfort, precipitation, humidity, daylight hours, and days with 6+ hours of sunshine - weighted for sightseeing and cultural travel.

Climate data: Open-Meteo ERA5 historical archive, the five most recent complete years (2021–2025). Scores are monthly averages for that window, not forecasts, and short-window precipitation can differ from longer-term normals. “Sunny days” count days with at least 6 hours of measured sunshine — they are not dry days.

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