Weather in Sal in June

How June compares

June is the 7th warmest month of the year in Sal and ranks 119th of 134 destinations we compare for June - see where else is hot in June. Within Cape Verde it is 2nd of 2 (Cape Verde in June). Against London's average high of 19.6°C in June, Sal is 3.8°C warmer by day and 10.9°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in June

The typical June day in Sal peaks at 23.4°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 26.2°C or more. Roughly 1 in 8 days top 25°C and 1 in 500 pass 30°C. Nights average 22.2°C; one night in ten drops to 21.2°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest June day here reached 30.4°C (2020-06-16) and the coldest night 19.2°C (2020-06-01).

Rain in June

Dry (3 rainy days or fewer): about 0 days with 1 mm or more, 0 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest June was 2017 with 1 mm, the driest 1992 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 83%.

Sea temperature in June

The sea averages 22.9°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 22.3°C to 23.6°C. For the warmest sea here, come in September (26.6°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 8.3 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 13.0 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 05:59 and sets about 19:05 local time in mid-June. Average cloud cover is 36%.

Is June a good time to visit Sal?

Yes - it is one of the better months: warm days, little rain and long sunny days. The best months for Sal on our scoring are July, October, November; months averaging 25°C or more: Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov.

Warm days, with little cooling after dark

June is comfortable territory if intense heat usually puts you off travelling. Only 13% of days reach 25°C, so pack for warm weather rather than expecting scorching afternoons. Humidity averages 83%, which can make the warmth feel heavier, particularly when you are active. Loose, breathable clothing makes sense, with breaks from the sun at midday if you feel uncomfortable. Nights average 22.2°C, barely cooler than daytime, so do not count on a crisp evening to freshen up. Light clothes should remain useful after dark, and accommodation where you can keep the bedroom cool is a sensible priority if muggy nights affect your sleep.

Dry weather and a sea warm enough for swimming

Rain is unlikely to dictate your itinerary: June averages about 0 rainy days, making outdoor plans a reasonable bet without building the holiday around wet-weather alternatives. That does not mean uninterrupted sunshine. There are about 8.3 hours of sunshine within 13.0 hours of daylight, so expect scope for bright spells rather than assuming clear skies throughout. The sea averages 22.9°C, warm enough for swimming, though it may feel fresh on entry if you prefer very warm water. Its year-to-year range is 22°C to 24°C. Pack swimwear and sun protection, and use the long daylight window to spread outdoor time beyond the middle of the day.