Weather in Boa Vista in November

How November compares

November is the 4th warmest month of the year in Boa Vista and ranks 25th of 134 destinations we compare for November - see where else is hot in November. Within Cape Verde it is 1st of 2 (Cape Verde in November). Against London's average high of 10.4°C in November, Boa Vista is 17.5°C warmer by day and 18.3°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in November

The typical November day in Boa Vista peaks at 27.9°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 30.0°C or more. About 99% of days top 25°C and 1 in 10 pass 30°C. Nights average 23.2°C; one night in ten drops to 21.9°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest November day here reached 32.6°C (2006-11-13) and the coldest night 18.7°C (1992-11-23).

Rain in November

Dry (3 rainy days or fewer): about 1 days with 1 mm or more, 4 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest November was 2004 with 37 mm, the driest 1991 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 72%.

Sea temperature in November

The sea averages 25.7°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 25.0°C to 26.4°C. For the warmest sea here, come in September (26.6°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.2 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:35 and sets about 17:58 local time in mid-November. Average cloud cover is 53%.

Is November a good time to visit Boa Vista?

Yes - it is one of the better months: hot days, little rain. The best months for Boa Vista on our scoring are June, May, March; months averaging 25°C or more: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Hot enough for a beach holiday, warm after dark

November suits travellers who want reliable warmth without choosing Boa Vista's hottest month. Days reach 25°C almost all the time, while 30°C is reached on 10% of days, so expect hot afternoons rather than assume intense heat throughout your stay. With humidity at 72%, loose, breathable clothing is a sensible choice, especially if you find humid heat tiring. Put more active plans earlier in the day and leave room for shade around midday. Average night-time lows of 23°C mean evenings offer only modest relief from the warmth. Pack mainly light clothes; this is not a month to choose if cool nights are important for comfortable sleep.

Good swimming weather, but not sunshine all day

The sea is a strong reason to go in November: at around 26°C, it is warm enough for swimming rather than a bracing dip. Rain is unlikely to dominate your plans, with about 1 rainy day during the month, though a dry monthly average is not a promise for every stay. Sunshine needs a more measured expectation. There are about 5.3 hours of sunshine within 11.2 hours of daylight, so allow for cloudy spells rather than expecting clear skies from morning to evening. That balance suits a relaxed holiday built around swimming and time outdoors, provided you are happy with warmth even when the sun is not out.