#1Warm
Boa Vista
- Day
- 24.5°C
- Sea
- 21.9°C
- Sun
- 6.5h
- Rain days
- 0
Your February weather guide
Weather in Cape Verde in February
February is a good month for Cape Verde if you want dry, warm days rather than intense heat. Country averages of 23°C by day and 20°C at night make light clothing practical, while the sea at 22°C may feel fresh rather than warm. Boa Vista is the better choice for extra daytime warmth; Sal suits travellers who prefer things a little cooler. The main catch is that neither promises consistently hot beach weather.
Long-term climate averages, not a forecast · 1991-2020
- Average daytime high
- 23.2°Cacross 2 destinations
- Average night-time low
- 20.1°Cafter dark
- Sea temperature
- 21.9°Cbracing
- Rainy days
- 0days1 mm or more
Cape Verde, month by month
Turn up the warmth
Warmest places in Cape Verde in February
Ranked by average daytime high. The full comparison is in the table below.
#2Warm
Sal
- Day
- 21.9°C
- Sea
- 21.9°C
- Sun
- 6.4h
- Rain days
- 0
Cape Verde destinations ranked for February
All 2 places we track in Cape Verde, ordered by daytime high.
February climate overview
Daytime highs across Cape Verde in February run from 21.9°C (Sal) to 24.5°C (Boa Vista). Even in Boa Vista only 37% of days reach 25°C. Nights average 20.1°C; the coldest 10% of nights in Sal fall to 19°C or below.
Rainfall in February
Expect around 0 rainy days (1 mm or more) in February, with Boa Vista the driest (0 days) and Boa Vista the wettest (0 days). The wettest February at Boa Vista between 1991 and 2020 was 2018 with 10 mm; the driest was 1992 with 0 mm.
Sea temperature
The sea averages 21.9°C around Cape Verde in February - warmest at Boa Vista (21.9°C). That is bracing: fine for a dip, cool for long swims.
Sunshine and daylight
Around 6.5 hours of sunshine a day on average, out of 11.5 hours of daylight (sunshine estimated from cloud cover).
February against the rest of the year in Cape Verde
February is the 12th warmest month of the twelve in Cape Verde. It is 0.3°C cooler than January and 0.2°C warmer in March. The hottest month here is September (28°C) and the coolest February (23°C).
Which part of Cape Verde in February?
- Most sunshine: Boa Vista, 6.5 h a day.
- Driest: Boa Vista, about 0 rainy days.
- Warmest sea: Boa Vista, 22°C.
- Hottest: Boa Vista, 25°C by day.
- Coolest (better for walking and cities): Sal, 22°C.
What to pack for Cape Verde in February
Based on the averages: light layers - warm in the sun, cooler in the shade; swimwear if you do not mind a bracing 22°C sea.
Similar weather elsewhere in February
Within 1.5°C of Cape Verde's February daytime average: Abu Dhabi (25°C, sea 21°C), Hawaii (24°C, sea 24°C), Miami (24°C, sea 24°C), Bahamas (24°C, sea 24°C), Sharm El Sheikh (23°C, sea 23°C). See the full ranking for February.
Boa Vista for warmth, Sal for cooler days
Choose Boa Vista if daytime warmth is your priority: its February average is 24°C, compared with 22°C on Sal. That makes Boa Vista the stronger option for sitting outdoors in light clothing, while Sal may suit you better if you find cooler days more comfortable for being active. The difference does not carry into the evening or the water: both have nights averaging 20°C and sea temperatures of 22°C. Even on Boa Vista, only 37% of days exceed 25°C, so treat hotter weather as a possibility rather than the basis of your plans. Neither island has a clear advantage for rain, with both averaging 0 rainy days.
Expect dry days, but not all-day sunshine
February averages 0 rainy days, making rain a low concern when planning time outdoors, though that is not a guarantee for your stay. Average sunshine of 6.5 hours leaves scope for sunny afternoons without promising clear skies throughout the day. Pack light daytime clothes, swimwear and sun protection, plus a light layer if you tend to feel cool when sitting outside in the evening. You do not need to plan around fierce heat on the strength of these averages, but taking a break from direct midday sun is still sensible. The sea may suit a refreshing swim better than a long, leisurely soak if you prefer warm water.
A little more detail
Cape Verde in February FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Where is the hottest place in Cape Verde in February?
Boa Vista is the warmest of the 2 places we track in Cape Verde in February with an average high of 24.5°C; Sal is the coolest at 21.9°C.
Is the sea warm in Cape Verde in February?
Not really: the warmest sea we track in Cape Verde in February is 21.9°C at Boa Vista, below the 22°C most people find comfortable.
How much warmer is Cape Verde than London in February?
Cape Verde averages 23°C by day in February, compared with London's 8°C. That is a clear shift towards light daytime clothing and comfortable outdoor plans, although it is better described as warm weather than reliably intense heat.
Will I need warm clothes in the evening?
Nights average 20°C on both Boa Vista and Sal, so heavy winter clothing is unlikely to be useful for the temperatures shown. A light layer is a sensible addition if you feel cool while sitting outdoors after daytime warmth fades.
Which island has warmer water in February?
There is no sea-temperature advantage between Boa Vista and Sal: both average 22°C in February. Choose Boa Vista for warmer air, not warmer water. If you prefer a very warm sea, swimming may feel fresh on either island.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid), 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at 2 destination points.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C