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When to go · Praia

Praia in May

Great month. Dry, warmer.

Key facts

Verdict
Great
Temperature
28°C / 21°C
average high / low
Rain days
0
Crowds
Low
Cape Verde overall
Prices
Medium
Cape Verde overall

Verdict

GreatVoykit month rating for Praia

Dry, warmer.

Weather in May

Long-term averages
  • PraiaHighs around 28 °C, lows around 21 °C, rain on about 0 days

Dry season season

Warm, sunny and dry; the best time for the beach and Cidade Velha.

Watch: Harmattan haze on some days in Dec–Mar.

Festivals and holidays

Dates as our data lists them. Moving holidays (lunar and Islamic calendars, Easter) shift every year: check the date for your year before you build a trip on it.

  • Gamboa music festival check

    Varies · Gamboa beach

    A large beach music event; taxis are scarce.

Crowds and prices

Crowds · Cape Verde overall
Low
Prices · Cape Verde overall
Medium

Cape Verde overall: Good hiking and beach weather; Gamboa music festival in Praia (check).

What to pack

Nothing unusual for the weather this month.

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