Cape Verde weather in June marks the turn from the windy spring to summer: Sal averages about 26 °C by day and 22 °C at night, the sea is around 24 °C and it almost never rains. The trade winds ease, the first loggerhead turtles come ashore to nest, and Santo Antão dances for São João. Here is what to expect; the full year is in Cape Verde weather.
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25 °C | 20 °C | 24 °C | 0 mm |
| February | 24 °C | 20 °C | 23 °C | 10 mm |
| March | 24 °C | 20 °C | 22 °C | 0 mm |
| April | 25 °C | 20 °C | 23 °C | 0 mm |
| May | 25 °C | 21 °C | 24 °C | 0 mm |
| June | 26 °C | 22 °C | 24 °C | 0 mm |
| July | 27 °C | 23 °C | 26 °C | 5 mm |
| August | 29 °C | 24 °C | 27 °C | 30 mm |
| September | 29 °C | 25 °C | 28 °C | 35 mm |
| October | 29 °C | 25 °C | 28 °C | 15 mm |
| November | 28 °C | 23 °C | 26 °C | 5 mm |
| December | 26 °C | 22 °C | 25 °C | 5 mm |
On Sal June averages about 26 °C in the afternoon and 22 °C at night, with no measurable rain in the long-term average. Boa Vista is similar. With the wind dropping, the heat is more noticeable than in spring, although sea breezes still take the edge off. Our Sal weather guide shows how the island warms through the summer.
On Santiago, Fogo, São Nicolau and Santo Antão June is still dry; the rains, when they come, arrive from about August. Days are warm in the valleys and pleasant on the heights, and the winter haze is over. Start walks early on Santo Antão or on Fogo, where the climb to the summit is exposed and there is no shade.
The sea around Sal averages about 24 °C in June and keeps warming through the summer. The main trade-wind season, roughly December to May, is over: there are still breezy days for kitesurfers, but lighter winds mean calmer water on more beaches and better conditions for snorkelling and diving. Some exposed beaches on Boa Vista and the north coast of Sal still have strong currents, so check our beach guide before swimming.
The Atlantic hurricane season officially begins on 1 June, but tropical storms near Cape Verde are much more likely from August to October.
Loggerhead turtles begin to nest on Sal and Boa Vista from about mid-June, at the start of a season that runs to around October. Early in the month nesting is sparse, and licensed guided walks are more reliable from July; see turtle watching for the rules, which include no torches, no flash and keeping your distance.
On Santo Antão the feast of São João on 24 June is the big date in Porto Novo, with drumming and the Kola San Jon dance, a tradition also celebrated in Mindelo on São Vicente. In 2026 Praia's Gamboa Festival moved from its usual May slot to 26-28 June because of elections; check the date for future years. Children's Day on 1 June is a public holiday. More ideas in tours.
June is one of the quietest months for holidaymakers. Most European schools have not yet broken up, prices are usually lower than in July or August, and the beachfront at Santa Maria is noticeably calmer than in winter. Compare all the months in the best time to visit.
On Sal the average high is about 26 °C and the low about 22 °C. The sea is around 24 °C.
Possibly, but only at the start of the season: loggerheads begin nesting on Sal and Boa Vista from about mid-June. July to October is the more reliable time for guided turtle walks.
Yes for dry, warm weather, calmer seas and lower prices before the summer holidays. It is less windy than spring, which beachgoers welcome and kitesurfers may not.
Suits first-time visitors who want an overview of Sal with a certified local guide rather than planning each stop. The tour takes about seven hours, so allow most of the day.
from €35 per person
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A guided drive around Sal for travellers who prefer an open vehicle to a coach. A local guide covers the island's landscapes, natural sights and everyday culture in Cape Verde.
from €29.99 per person
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A compact option for travellers who want the main natural sights of Sal without giving up a whole day. The tour lasts about four hours and is listed as all-inclusive.
from €45 per person
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Cross Boa Vista on a cobbled track to a nature reserve with a beach and a huge old baobab, then visit a lighthouse and colourful villages. Drive of about 1 hour each way, with photo stops; minimum 3 people.
from €40 per person
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A coastal walk between volcanic rock and ocean, with a village viewpoint at Fontainhas and a picnic at Praia das Aranhas. Swimming there depends on sea conditions.
from €78 per person
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Minibus day trip with hotel pickup at 9:00, suited to those wanting an easy overview of Sal. Stops include Terra Boa, a viewpoint, Espargos with a free hour for lunch, and a float in the Pedra de Lume salt pools.
from €30 per person
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Guided visit combining Cabo Verde's capital with Cidade Velha, the first European-built town in the tropics. A good fit for a short stay on Santiago and an introduction to the island's history.
from €49 per person
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Guided ride on electric beach bikes through the south of Sal, suited to those wanting to see more without tiring pedalling. Stops include salt flats, white beaches and Santa Maria, with time for a swim.
from €30 per person
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