Monthly climate guide
Praia weather in October
Expect hot weather in Praia in October: afternoons reach about 28°C (82°F), while nights drop to around 26°C (79°F). Around 44 mm of rain falls over the month (fairly dry), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as September and about the same as November.
What stands out in October
- This is rainy-season territory in Praia: short, heavy downpours are typical.
- Nights stay warm, rarely below 26°C — air-conditioning helps.
- Humidity near 80% makes 28°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 2°C).
Avg high
28°C
82°F
Avg low
26°C
79°F
Rainfall
44 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
80%
relative
Sky
51%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Praia weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C / 75°F | 22°C / 71°F | 33 mm | 73% | 57% |
| February | 23°C / 73°F | 21°C / 70°F | 25 mm | 76% | 50% |
| March | 23°C / 74°F | 21°C / 70°F | 11 mm | 78% | 40% |
| April | 24°C / 74°F | 22°C / 71°F | 5 mm | 80% | 43% |
| May | 24°C / 76°F | 22°C / 72°F | 3 mm | 81% | 41% |
| June | 25°C / 77°F | 23°C / 73°F | 3 mm | 82% | 51% |
| July | 26°C / 79°F | 24°C / 76°F | 9 mm | 80% | 62% |
| August | 27°C / 81°F | 26°C / 78°F | 50 mm | 79% | 65% |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 26°C / 80°F | 79 mm | 81% | 56% |
| October | 28°C / 82°F | 26°C / 79°F | 44 mm | 80% | 51% |
| November | 27°C / 80°F | 25°C / 77°F | 46 mm | 76% | 62% |
| December | 25°C / 77°F | 23°C / 74°F | 36 mm | 73% | 60% |
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is October a good time to visit Praia?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Praia →Other Cape Verde cities in October
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Praia in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Praia?
October is a reasonable time for Praia: highs around 28°C and about 44 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Praia in October?
Average highs are about 28°C (82°F) and average lows about 26°C (79°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Praia in October?
Praia typically gets around 44 mm of rain in October — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Praia (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.