Praia (Cape Verde) in March
In March, Praia (Cape Verde) averages 25°C (78°F) during the day and 19°C (67°F) at night, with only about 0 rainy days.
Peak seasonConditions are comfortable for sightseeing without being sweltering. Skies are generally dry and clear.
March is a great month to visit Praia (Cape Verde): pleasant temperatures and relatively few wet days.
How March compares to the rest of the year in Praia (Cape Verde)
March is one of the coolest months in Praia (Cape Verde) (10th of 12) and one of the driest months (10th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 2°C below the annual average (27°C). March runs 1°C warmer than February (25°C) and warms a further 1°C into April (26°C).
March sunrise & sunset in Praia (Cape Verde)
Times shown for Praia (Cape Verde) local time (Atlantic/Cape_Verde), calculated for the 15th of March. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.
Photography light in Praia (Cape Verde) — March
Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of March, in Praia (Cape Verde)'s local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).
📅 When to book — Praia (Cape Verde) in March
Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on March's tier (Peak season) and Praia (Cape Verde)'s popularity.
Crowds & pricing — March in Praia (Cape Verde)
Praia (Cape Verde) is in peak season during this month — expect bigger crowds at famous sights, higher hotel and flight prices, and longer queues. Restaurant reservations a few days out are advisable, and any boutique hotels you have your eye on should be booked weeks ahead. The trade-off: most attractions, restaurants, and seasonal services are fully open, the weather is at its most reliable, and the city feels at its most alive.
Why this tier: excellent tourism weather beach-season conditions
Sun & mosquito risk — March in Praia (Cape Verde)
UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.
Praia (Cape Verde) in other months
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C / 77°F | 20°C / 68°F | 1 mm | 1 | — |
| February | 25°C / 76°F | 20°C / 67°F | 3 mm | 2 | — |
| March | 25°C / 78°F | 19°C / 67°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| April | 26°C / 79°F | 20°C / 68°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| May | 27°C / 80°F | 21°C / 69°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| June | 28°C / 82°F | 22°C / 71°F | 1 mm | 1 | — |
| July | 28°C / 83°F | 23°C / 73°F | 7 mm | 6 | — |
| August | 29°C / 84°F | 24°C / 75°F | 65 mm | 17 | — |
| September | 29°C / 84°F | 25°C / 76°F | 98 mm | 15 | — |
| October | 29°C / 85°F | 24°C / 76°F | 25 mm | 5 | — |
| November | 28°C / 83°F | 23°C / 74°F | 5 mm | 2 | — |
| December | 27°C / 80°F | 21°C / 71°F | 2 mm | 1 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Praia (Cape Verde) in March?
In March, Praia (Cape Verde) averages a high of 25°C (78°F) and a low of 19°C (67°F) — generally warm.
Does it rain a lot in Praia (Cape Verde) in March?
March is generally dry in Praia (Cape Verde), with about 0 rainy days on average.
Is March a good time to visit Praia (Cape Verde)?
March is warm and mostly dry. It suits travelers who are comfortable with warm weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.
What should I pack for Praia (Cape Verde) in March?
Pack light layers for warm days and cooler evenings. See the full March packing list for Praia (Cape Verde) for a complete, climate-based checklist.
Check the live 10-day forecast and sunrise/sunset.