Caravela Island
Small Bijagós island with traditional villages and mangroves
One of the outer Bijagós Islands, reachable by local boat services. Caravela offers beaches, fishing‑village life and opportunities for guided sea trips to observe marine birds and coastal ecosystems.
Caravela at a Glance#
How to Get to Caravela#
Access by local boat charters from larger islands or the mainland; scheduling depends on season and demand-plan ahead.
Tips for Visiting Caravela#
- Reserve accommodation in advance during peak season-ferries and rooms fill quickly in July and August.
- Bring sturdy sandals for reef walking-some shorelines have sharp coral and shells.
- Learn a few Portuguese or Kriol phrases-local vendors and hosts appreciate the gesture.
Best Time to Visit Caravela#
Visit during the dry season for easiest travel; wet season brings ecological interest but more unpredictability.
Dry season (Nov-May)
November-May · 24-30°C
Most accessible season for ferries and beach activities.
Wet season (Jun-Oct)
June-October · 24-28°C
Rainy but ecologically active-fish and bird migrations may be visible.
Weather & Climate near Caravela#
Climate
Caravela's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 17°C to 33°C. Heavy rainfall (2201 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 85
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryFebruaryDecember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
18°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Ideal | 17° - 31° | 24° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 64% | 2.7 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.4h |
| February | Ideal | 18° - 32° | 25° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 64% | 2.7 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 11.7h |
| March | Excellent | 19° - 33° | 26° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 68% | 2.7 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Excellent | 20° - 33° | 26° | 0 mm | some cloud | 71% | 3.1 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.3h |
| May | Excellent | 22° - 32° | 30° | 11 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.2 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.5h |
| June | Acceptable | 23° - 31° | 27° | 198 mm | overcast | 80% | 2.5 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.7h |
| July | Good | 22° - 30° | 26° | 637 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.3 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.6h |
| August | Good | 22° - 29° | 26° | 699 mm | overcast | 87% | 2.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.4h |
| September | Good | 22° - 30° | 26° | 419 mm | overcast | 85% | 1.9 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.1h |
| October | Good | 23° - 31° | 27° | 205 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 1.9 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.8h |
| November | Excellent | 21° - 32° | 27° | 29 mm | some cloud | 71% | 2.0 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.5h |
| December | Ideal | 18° - 31° | 25° | 3 mm | some cloud | 67% | 2.3 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.3h |