Is February hot on Cape Verde?

Is February hot on Cape Verde? The location of Cape Verde off the west coast of North Africa in the North Atlantic Ocean means these islands have high temperatures all year round. Dubbed the 'African Caribbean', you'll get plenty of warm and sunny weather in February with hardly any rain.

Is Cape Verde too windy in February?

The maximum speed of the wind can be about 10 to 20 kilometers per hour higher.In the months of January through March there is on average the strongest wind in Cape Verde. Depending on the island and location, the wind force is between 5 and 7 on the Beaufort scale (29 – 61 km / h).

Where is the nicest place in Cape Verde?

Is Cape Verde hotter than Canaries?

Since the islands sit further south than the Canary Islands, temperatures are even hotter. Yet, just like all islands, there is a rainy season and for Cape Verde, this is in April. If wall-to-wall sunshine is what you are after, then the best time to visit the islands is between June and November.

What is the cheapest month to go to Cape Verde?

High season is considered to be May, June and July. The cheapest month to fly from the United States is January. Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Cape Verde flight deals.

Is Sal or Boa Vista better?

Both islands are very much the same, however I would say Boa Vista a lot less developed. I first visited Sal in 2007 and again in 2016 and it hasn't changed and I'd say will be the same story with both islands in another 10 years. We did island tours on both islands and much more enjoyed Sal on the whole.

Are there mosquitoes in Cape Verde?

The results of their research show that the mosquitoes in Cape Verde are genetically distinct from their counterparts on the African continent. They exhibit a clear preference for human blood and increased susceptibility to Zika virus, explains Louis Lambrechts, Head of the Insect-Virus Interactions Unit.

Is Sal Cape Verde expensive?

Is Cape Verde expensive? A question that obviously is very difficult to answer with a yes or no. Most visitors I talk to are suprised by the prices in the country. Yes, prices in general are lower than in most countries in Europe and also the United States.

Can you swim in the sea in Cape Verde?

Praia da Laginha This picturesque little beach is home to some of the best beach swimming in Cape Verde; the calm, tranquil nature of the sea makes it easy to swim in for even the most precautious of swimmers. Nonetheless, the beach is manned by lifeguards to ensure visitors have complete peace of mind while swimming.