January · Cabo Verde
Best time to visit Mindelo in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Mindelo in January
Average temperature 23°C, 5 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 68% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
9.4/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 5 mm
- Humidity
- 68%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Mindelo scores 9.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 23°C, 5 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Mindelo is Cabo Verde's music and arts capital, with colorful streets, active markets, a deep harbor, cultural venues, and Laginha Beach close to the center.
January ranks 4th of 12 for Mindelo — one of the best windows
At 23°C (73°F) this is comfortable city weather in January, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
At just 5 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 30 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 Mindelo at 9.4/10 (4th of 12), just behind March at 9.9/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
Budget for peak pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Mindelo in January?
- In January, Mindelo averages 23°C, 5 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.4/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Mindelo?
- January earns a 9.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Mindelo in January?
- Expect about 5 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 68% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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