Cape Verde weather in November is many visitors' favourite: Sal averages about 28 °C by day and 23 °C at night, the sea is still around 26 °C and the rains are over, with about 5 mm on average. The humidity of late summer fades and the trade winds return. Here is what to expect for a November holiday in Cape Verde; 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 the average high in November is about 28 °C and the low about 23 °C, with roughly 5 mm of rain in the long-term average. That is two or three degrees warmer than in midwinter, with a sea that has barely cooled, which is why November is popular with sun-seekers who find January too breezy. Boa Vista is much the same. The Sal weather guide compares the months in detail.
On Santiago, Santo Antão, Fogo and São Nicolau the rains have ended, but the landscapes are still green from the wet season. That makes November one of the best months for hiking on Santo Antão, with cooler air at height and, between haze episodes, clear views. From about November the Harmattan can also start to bring days of Saharan haze, the bruma seca, which dims the sky and occasionally delays inter-island flights.
The sea around Sal averages about 26 °C in November, warm enough for long swims and snorkelling. The trade winds pick up through the month, heralding the kitesurf season that peaks from about December to May; Kite Beach and Ponta Preta on Sal come back to life. Winter swells also start to reach exposed coasts, so swim in sheltered bays such as Santa Maria and check our beach guide. The Atlantic hurricane season officially runs until 30 November, but storms near Cape Verde this late in the year are rare.
The turtle season winds down in November: nesting is over, but the last nests can still hatch through November and into early December. Ask at the Projeto Biodiversidade hatchery in Santa Maria whether nest excavations are still taking place; see turtle watching.
In Mindelo on São Vicente, Mindelact, the international theatre festival, usually takes place in the first half of November, with theatre companies from Cape Verde and abroad; recent editions ran from about 5 to 15 November. Check the festival's programme for exact dates. Hiking, jeep tours and boat trips are all comfortable this month; browse the tours.
Early and mid-November are among the quieter weeks of the winter-sun season, so package prices are usually lower than over Christmas or the February half-term. Prices rise as December approaches. Compare the months in the best time to visit and look ahead to December. If you are already planning the festive season, see Cape Verde at Christmas and New Year.
On Sal the average high is about 28 °C and the low about 23 °C. The sea is around 26 °C.
Yes, it is one of the best months: warm, dry, less humid than September and October, with a warm sea and prices below the Christmas peak. The wind picks up through the month.
Very little. Sal averages about 5 mm in November, and the rainy season on the mountainous islands is over by then.
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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Prices are indicative and may change. The final price is shown by the booking platform. Prices checked: October 22, 2026.
