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 season

Conditions 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.

25°C
Avg high
19°C
Avg low
0
Rain days
0 mm
Rainfall

How March compares to the rest of the year in Praia (Cape Verde)

10th
warmest month of the 12
10th
wettest month of the 12
0%
of yearly rainfall falls in March
12 h 2 min
daylight on the 15th

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)

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
6:41 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
6:44 PM
Day length
12 h 2 min

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).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
5:41 AM – 6:21 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
6:21 AM – 7:21 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
6:04 PM – 7:04 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
7:04 PM – 7:44 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Fair
Core only briefly above the horizon — a marginal month even from dark sites near Praia (Cape Verde).

📅 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.

✈ Flights — lead time
3-5 months
Flight prices are near their annual peak. Watch fare-alert tools, book directly when you see a fare under the typical range for this city.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
3-5 months
Reasonable selection still available at 3-4 months out, but central locations vanish first.

Crowds & pricing — March in Praia (Cape Verde)

Peak season

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 Index (noon, 15th)
12.3
Extreme
Stay indoors during midday hours; SPF 50+ even briefly outside, UPF clothing, wide-brim hat, sunglasses essential.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●●●○
High
Peak mosquito activity. DEET 30%+, long sleeves at dawn/dusk, sleep under nets if rural. Check current dengue/malaria advisories for the destination.

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

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow 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.

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