Ilhéu de Cima
Island Small islet above Brava, seabird nesting site
Ilhéu de Cima, off Brava, Cape Verde, draws small‑boat visitors for coastal walks, seabird observation and the island’s volcanic shoreline.
How to Get to Ilhéu de Cima #
Reachable by short boat trip from Brava. Local boat operators can provide transport when sea conditions permit; check schedules locally.
Tips for Visiting Ilhéu de Cima #
- If landing is possible, be mindful of fragile vegetation and bird nesting areas.
- Use local operators from Brava for the safest passage; sea conditions can be rough.
- Pack light and bring drinking water - there are no services on the islet.
Best Time to Visit Ilhéu de Cima #
Travel in the dry season for the best chance of calm seas and clear visibility.
Weather & Climate near Ilhéu de Cima #
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in September) and warm winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 19°C to 27°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.
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February
February is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.
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March
March is mild with highs of 22°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 23°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.
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July
July is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 22°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Regular rainfall (92 mm) 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 heavy rain (111 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Moderate rainfall (31 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 26°C and lows of 23°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.