AI-generatedMindelo at a glance
- Best time
- Mar – Dec
- Warmest month
- Sep · 29°
- Warmest sea
- Sep · 26.8°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,830 h
- Rain a year
- 115 mm
- Climate
- Dry subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC−1
- Elevation
- 44 m
Climate in Mindelo
Mindelo has a dry subtropical climate: mild to warm all year, with very little rain. September is the warmest month with average highs of 29 °C, while February is the coolest at 24 °C. With around 2,830 hours of sunshine a year, Mindelo is sunny; May is the sunniest month with 9.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Mindelo
The best time to visit Mindelo is from March to December. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go all year round. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from November to July. The wettest month is September with 43 mm of precipitation.
Mindelo through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Mindelo in spring
Mar – May
Excellent
- 24–25 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 8.5 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Mindelo in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 26–29 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days in all
Mindelo in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 27–29 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days in all
Mindelo in winter
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 24–25 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
All year
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Nov – Jul
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: March – December
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimming
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 25°
- Midday, 13:00: about 28°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 28°
- Evening, 20:00: about 26°
- Night, 23:00: about 25°
06:3218:19
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:19–07:01 · evening 17:50–18:32
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:10–06:19 · evening 18:32–18:41
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Mindelo compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 28° at the start of the month to 27° at the end. The sea cools from 27° to 26°. The days get 0.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 28° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 23° |
| Sea | 27° | 26° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.6 h |
What is the weather like in Mindelo in October?
In October, Mindelo is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Mindelo.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 47 min06:32 – 18:19
- UV index
- 10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 30 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 29 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 49 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−1offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %73 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Insect repellent
- Windproof jacket
Compare two months in Mindelo
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
October and June bring similar holiday weather to Mindelo (score 95 and 99). In June, days are 2 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 3 °C cooler in June. June has 2 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in June.
| Month | October | June |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 95 | 99 |
| Daytime high | 28° | 26° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 21° |
| Sea | 26.7° | 23.9° |
| Sunshine | 7.4 h | 8.9 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 2 | 0better |
| Rainfall | 21 mm | 1 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 30 | 25better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Mindelo month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
83January24° · Sea 23° · 6.8 h
In January, Mindelo is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 23.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 34 km/h. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Mindelo.
Mindelo in January81February24° · Sea 23° · 7.4 h
In February, Mindelo is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 22.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 35 km/h. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Mindelo.
Mindelo in February86March24° · Sea 23° · 8.2 h
In March, Mindelo is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 22.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 33 km/h. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Mindelo.
Mindelo in March91April25° · Sea 23° · 8.2 h
In April, Mindelo is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 22.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 33 km/h. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Mindelo.
Mindelo in April98May25° · Sea 23° · 9.2 h
In May, Mindelo is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 23.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 33 km/h. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Mindelo.
Mindelo in May99June26° · Sea 24° · 8.9 h
In June, Mindelo is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 23.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Mindelo.
Mindelo in June96July27° · Sea 25° · 7.8 h
In July, Mindelo is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 24.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 28 km/h. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Mindelo.
Mindelo in July96August29° · Sea 26° · 7.7 h
In August, Mindelo is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 23 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Mindelo.
Mindelo in August93September29° · Sea 27° · 7.5 h
In September, Mindelo is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 43 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Mindelo.
Mindelo in September95October28° · Sea 27° · 7.4 h
In October, Mindelo is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Mindelo.
Mindelo in October94November27° · Sea 26° · 7.2 h
In November, Mindelo is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 25.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 30 km/h. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Mindelo.
Mindelo in November93December25° · Sea 25° · 6.8 h
In December, Mindelo is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 24.5 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Mindelo.
Mindelo in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Mindelo
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 24°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 30 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (20°), the warmest in September (24°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 216 days a year, mostly from June to November.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 83 | 24° | 20° | 23.2° | 6.8 h | 1 | 5 |
| FebruaryFeb | 81 | 24° | 20° | 22.5° | 7.4 h | 1 | 4 |
| MarchMar | 86 | 24° | 20° | 22.5° | 8.2 h | 0 | 1 |
| AprilApr | 91 | 25° | 20° | 22.9° | 8.2 h | 0 | 1 |
| MayMay | 98 | 25° | 21° | 23.4° | 9.2 h | 0 | 0 |
| JuneJun | 99 | 26° | 21° | 23.9° | 8.9 h | 0 | 1 |
| JulyJul | 96 | 27° | 22° | 24.8° | 7.8 h | 1 | 5 |
| AugustAug | 96 | 29° | 24° | 26.0° | 7.7 h | 4 | 23 |
| SeptemberSep | 93 | 29° | 24° | 26.8° | 7.5 h | 6 | 43 |
| OctoberOct | 95 | 28° | 24° | 26.7° | 7.4 h | 2 | 21 |
| NovemberNov | 94 | 27° | 23° | 25.9° | 7.2 h | 1 | 8 |
| DecemberDec | 93 | 25° | 21° | 24.5° | 6.8 h | 1 | 5 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
16.89° N, 24.98° W · 44 m · Atlantic/Cape_Verde
Sea temperature in Mindelo
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 26.0 – 27.2 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Mindelo ranges from 22.5 °C in February to 26.8 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in September, eight out of ten years were between 26.0 and 27.4 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 23.2° | 22.5° | 24.1° | pleasant |
| FebruaryFeb | 22.5° | 21.5° | 23.2° | refreshing |
| MarchMar | 22.5° | 21.8° | 23.1° | refreshing |
| AprilApr | 22.9° | 22.1° | 23.9° | refreshing |
| MayMay | 23.4° | 22.8° | 24.0° | pleasant |
| JuneJun | 23.9° | 23.3° | 24.5° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 24.8° | 24.2° | 25.3° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 26.0° | 25.4° | 26.6° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 26.8° | 26.0° | 27.4° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 26.7° | 26.0° | 27.2° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 25.9° | 25.2° | 26.5° | pleasant |
| DecemberDec | 24.5° | 23.9° | 25.1° | pleasant |
Sunshine hours in Mindelo
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 7.4 of 11.8 hours of daylight in Mindelo, 63 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Mindelo: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Mindelo has about 2 rainy days with 21 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Mindelo
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 10 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in May (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 25 min
- Olive skin
- about 30 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Mindelo
How breezy and how cloudy Mindelo is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Mindelo typically peaks at 29 km/h during the day: Beaufort 5, fresh breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 49 % of the sky over Mindelo: variable cloud, with about 7.4 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Mindelo
How often the day gets hot in Mindelo (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Mindelo has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 28 °C: often muggy. The air feels warmer than the thermometer says: light, airy clothes and slow days help.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Mindelo
Weather for your travel dates
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Mindelo in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Mindelo has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 98) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 88).
- 90
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 98
May half-term
May – Jun
ExcellentBest holidays
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 9.1 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 96
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Excellent
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 95
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 88
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Excellent
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 5 h 50 min
- Distance
- 4,410 km
- Time zone
- UTC−1
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Mindelo vs Santa Maria
In October the holiday weather in Mindelo and Santa Maria is about equally good (score 95 vs 96). During the day Santa Maria is 2 °C warmer than Mindelo. The sea is about equally warm. Santa Maria gets one more hour of sunshine a day.
| in October | Mindelo | Santa Maria |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 95 | 96 |
| Daytime high | 28° | 30° |
| Sea | 27° | 27° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 2 | 2 |
| Best time | Mar – Dec | All year |
Through the year
Cape Verde in October: the best places
In October, Mindelo ranks 2 of 4 destinations in this country.
- Santa Maria30°27°96
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Frequently asked questions about Mindelo
When is the best time to visit Mindelo?
The best time to visit Mindelo is from March to December. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Mindelo?
The sea temperature in Mindelo ranges from 22.5 °C in February to 26.8 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Mindelo in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Mindelo?
September is the warmest month, with average highs of 29 °C and nights around 24 °C. February is the coolest month at 24 °C.
When does it rain most in Mindelo?
The wettest month is September with 43 mm of precipitation. The driest month is May with 0 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Mindelo get?
Mindelo gets around 2,830 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is May with 9.2 hours a day; in January there are 6.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Mindelo in?
Mindelo is on UTC−1 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Mindelo?
A nonstop flight from London to Mindelo takes about 5 h 50 min, for a straight-line distance of about 4,410 km.
Which school holidays are best for Mindelo?
Mindelo has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 98) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 88). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 90, May half-term 98, summer holidays 96, October half-term 95, Christmas holidays 88.