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.
Viana, Cape Verde at a Glance#
Address: Viana, São Vicente, Cape Verde (near Mindelo)
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.
Weather & Climate near Viana, Cape Verde#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Ideal | 19° - 25° | 22° | 2 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 6.7 m/s | 1.5 very high | 11.1h |
| February | Ideal | 18° - 24° | 21° | 2 mm | some cloud | 77% | 6.6 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.5h |
| March | Ideal | 18° - 25° | 22° | 1 mm | some cloud | 79% | 6.3 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 19° - 26° | 22° | 0 mm | some cloud | 79% | 6.0 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.4h |
| May | Ideal | 19° - 26° | 23° | 0 mm | some cloud | 80% | 6.5 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.8h |
| June | Ideal | 20° - 27° | 24° | 0 mm | some cloud | 82% | 5.8 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.0h |
| July | Ideal | 21° - 28° | 24° | 5 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 4.9 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.9h |
| August | Ideal | 23° - 29° | 26° | 27 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.4 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.6h |
| September | Excellent | 23° - 29° | 26° | 65 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.9 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.1h |
| October | Ideal | 23° - 29° | 26° | 18 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 5.3 m/s | 2.0 very high | 11.7h |
| November | Ideal | 22° - 28° | 25° | 7 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 5.4 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.2h |
| December | Ideal | 20° - 26° | 23° | 2 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 6.2 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.0h |
