Ilhéu de Sal Rei Island

Rocky islet near Boa Vista, Cape Verde

Just off Sal Rei harbour on Boa Vista, the islet Ilhéu de Sal Rei sits close to town and the shorefront. Visitors view it from the quay or join short local boat excursions.

Ilhéu de Sal Rei at a Glance#

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About Ilhéu de Sal Rei#

Ilhéu de Sal Rei is a small uninhabited islet located immediately off the town of Sal Rei on the northwest coast of Boa Vista island, Cape Verde. It sits close to the shore and is a conspicuous feature from the town’s harbor and beaches.

The islet is primarily rocky and does not host permanent habitation; it is often approached by small boats for short visits and offers views back to Sal Rei and the surrounding sand beaches. The islet contributes to the coastal scenery but has limited visitor facilities.

No major historical structures are widely recorded on the islet; its importance is mainly as a local landmark and coastal feature. It lies within the municipal waters of Boa Vista.

How to Get to Ilhéu de Sal Rei#

Ilhéu de Sal Rei sits just off the harbour at Sal Rei on Boa Vista. From Sal Rei town centre it’s a short walk to the harbour and local boat operators run brief crossings to the islet - the islet is visible from the waterfront and only a few minutes by small boat.

Best Time to Visit Ilhéu de Sal Rei#

The best time is the dry season (roughly November-June) for predictable beach and boat conditions.

Dry season (best beach conditions)

Nov-Jun · 24-30 °C

Warmer, drier weather ideal for beaches, snorkeling and boat trips to the islet off Boa Vista.

Short rainy season

Jul-Oct · 24-29 °C

Higher chance of brief showers and stronger winds at times; sea conditions can be rougher.

Weather & Climate near Ilhéu de Sal Rei#

Climate

Subtropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 18°C to 27°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 77 Moderate

Best Time to Visit

JuneOctoberNovember

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

30°

Warmest Month

19°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

Month	Comfort	Temp	Feels	Rain	Sky	Humidity	Wind	UV	Daylight
January	Ideal	19° - 23°	21°	1 mm	some cloud	75%	6.9 m/s	1.5 very high	11.1h
February	Excellent	18° - 23°	20°	0 mm	partly cloudy	78%	6.9 m/s	1.8 very high	11.5h
March	Ideal	18° - 23°	21°	0 mm	some cloud	81%	6.8 m/s	2.3 extreme	11.9h
April	Ideal	19° - 23°	21°	0 mm	partly cloudy	81%	6.7 m/s	2.5 extreme	12.4h
May	Ideal	20° - 23°	22°	0 mm	partly cloudy	83%	6.7 m/s	2.5 extreme	12.8h
June	Ideal	21° - 24°	22°	0 mm	partly cloudy	85%	5.7 m/s	2.2 extreme	13.0h
July	Excellent	22° - 25°	23°	2 mm	partly cloudy	83%	4.8 m/s	2.1 extreme	12.9h
August	Excellent	23° - 26°	24°	17 mm	partly cloudy	82%	4.5 m/s	2.2 extreme	12.6h
September	Excellent	23° - 27°	25°	35 mm	partly cloudy	83%	4.8 m/s	2.2 extreme	12.1h
October	Ideal	23° - 27°	25°	6 mm	partly cloudy	81%	5.3 m/s	1.9 very high	11.7h
November	Ideal	21° - 26°	24°	1 mm	partly cloudy	78%	5.8 m/s	1.6 very high	11.2h
December	Ideal	20° - 24°	22°	2 mm	partly cloudy	76%	6.2 m/s	1.4 high	11.0h