Cesaria Evora International Airport
Airport Airport
Cesária Évora International Airport (São Vicente) is the primary air gateway for Mindelo on São Vicente island in Cape Verde. It is a small airport handling domestic inter-island flights and some international services, with modest passenger numbers compared with Cape Verde’s larger hubs.
Terminal Guide for Cesaria Evora International Airport #
The airport has a single passenger terminal with basic operations: check-in, arrivals/baggage claim and a small departures area. Facilities are compact and easy to navigate, with operations concentrated in one building rather than separate terminals or concourses.
Getting to and From Cesaria Evora International Airport #
Taxis are the main way to reach Mindelo from the airport; travel to central Mindelo is short (typically minutes rather than an hour). There are no rail links; shared taxis (aluguer) and private hires are common. Rental cars are available from on‑site or nearby desks at certain times. Inter-island ferry and boat services depart from Mindelo if you are connecting to other islands.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Cesaria Evora International Airport #
Facilities are small and focused on essentials: a few cafés/refreshment stalls and limited duty‑free or souvenir kiosks in the departures area. Expect limited or intermittent Wi‑Fi and few if any airline lounges. Basic passenger amenities such as toilets and seating are available; baggage services and major retail are minimal.
Tips for Cesaria Evora International Airport #
- Have local currency (CVE) on arrival. Smaller vendors and taxis often prefer cash.
- Taxis into Mindelo are the quickest option. Shared taxis (aluguer) can be cheaper but check luggage space.
- Expect limited services outside peak seasons. Some route frequencies vary by season - confirm your inbound and outbound flights in advance.
Weather & Climate near Cesaria Evora International Airport #
Cesaria Evora International Airport's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 19°C to 29°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.
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February
February is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and breezy conditions.
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March
March is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm, mostly sunny skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.
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May
May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm, mostly sunny skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.
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July
July is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is the warmest month with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with 42 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 24°C. Almost no rain.
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November
November is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 23°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain, partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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