Climate of Ribeira Grande, Cabo Verde
Area-weighted average across Ribeira Grande. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Ribeira Grande, a subdivision of Cabo Verde, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 18.2°C / 64.8°F in February to 23.1°C / 73.6°F in September, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 127 mm / 5 in depending on the season (316 mm / 12.4 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18.7°C65.7°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 18.2°C64.8°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 18.6°C65.5°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 19.2°C66.6°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 19.9°C67.8°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 20.8°C69.4°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 21.5°C70.7°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| August | 22.8°C73°F | 49 mm1.9″ | — |
| September | 23.1°C73.6°F | 127 mm5″ | Tropical |
| October | 23.1°C73.6°F | 50 mm2″ | — |
| November | 21.6°C70.9°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| December | 19.7°C67.5°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Ribeira Grande?
The best months to visit Ribeira Grande, Cabo Verde for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, November, December. The warmest month is September at an area-wide average of 23.1°C / 73.6°F, and the driest is May with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Ribeira Grande?
Ribeira Grande, Cabo Verde has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 18.2°C / 64.8°F in February to 23.1°C / 73.6°F in September. Annual rainfall averages about 316 mm / 12.4 in, with the wettest month being September (127 mm / 5 in) and the driest May (0 mm / 0 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Ribeira Grande?
The hottest month in Ribeira Grande is September, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.1°C / 73.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Ribeira Grande?
The coldest month in Ribeira Grande is February, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.2°C / 64.8°F.
When does it rain most in Ribeira Grande?
The wettest month in Ribeira Grande is September, averaging about 127 mm / 5 in of rainfall. The driest is May with about 0 mm / 0 in.