Viana, Cape Verde

Volcano Coastal town on São Vicente island, Cape Verde

A coastal settlement on São Vicente, Cape Verde, near Mindelo; visitors may pass through for local fishing‑village atmosphere, nearby beaches and access to island music and markets.

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Viana, Cape Verde
Viana, São Vicente, Cape Verde (near Mindelo)
16.8256, -24.8744

How to Get to Viana, Cape Verde #

Viana is on São Vicente island; most visitors travel via Mindelo and then by local roads. Walking or short taxi rides from Mindelo are typical ways to reach smaller settlements like Viana.

Tips for Visiting Viana, Cape Verde #

  • Viana is on São Vicente island - coordinate ferry or inter-island travel in advance and check local timetables.
  • Explore the island's cultural life in Mindelo and use Viana as a quieter contrast to urban vibrancy.
  • Bring sun protection and a light windbreaker - the trade winds are steady and can be both cooling and abrasive.

Best Time to Visit Viana, Cape Verde #

Best visited during the dry months (November-June) for consistent weather and comfortable trade winds.

Dry season
November-June · 70-80°F (21-27°C)
Pleasant winds and low rainfall - the island's main tourism season.
Warm season
July-October · 75-85°F (24-29°C)
Warmer air with the possibility of short rain squalls and stronger trade winds.

Weather & Climate near Viana, Cape Verde #

Climate

Viana, Cape Verde's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in September) and warm winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 18°C to 29°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JuneFebruaryMarch
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
18°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain, partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

90 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
19° 25°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
6.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.5
UV Index
Very High
11.1h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.

92 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
18° 24°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
6.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.

92 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
18° 25°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
6.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and breezy conditions.

92 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
19° 26°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
6.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and breezy conditions.

92 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 26°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
6.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.

94 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
20° 27°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.0h daylight

July

July is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
21° 28°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.9h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

September

September is the warmest month with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with 65 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

October

October is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

November

November is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 28°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.2h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain, partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

90 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
20° 26°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
6.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.4
UV Index
High
11.0h daylight

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