What is the wettest month in Cape Verde?

What is the wettest month in Cape Verde? September is the rainiest month of the year in Cape Verde, so perhaps not the best month to travel if you're looking for uninterrupted sunshine. It is, however the hottest, with average highs of 30°C.

Where is the nicest place in Cape Verde?

Is Cape Verde a posh holiday?

The lesser known islands of Cape Verde, 400 miles off the coast of West Africa, are a go-to for luxury holidays.

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.

Is it cheap in Cape Verde?

Cape Verde is a relatively cheap holiday destination where you get a lot for your money. Definitely on the islands where a limited number of tourists are coming. The average price level in Cape Verde is for example significantly higher than in West-Europe.

Is Cape Verde like the Canary Islands?

Cape Verde and the Canary Islands are difficult to compare. Both archipelagos have their own atmosphere and culture. Quite similar are the climate and the beautiful beaches. Cape Verde is approximately 700 kilometers more to the south than the Canary Islands and is closer to the equator.

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.

What is the best season to visit Cape Verde?

Autumn and spring are dry with very little rainfall, making them the best time to go to Cape Verde for sunny and dry weather. The islands of Cape Verde have been dubbed “the African Caribbean” because of their golden beaches and tropical climate.

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.