August Weather in Santa Cruz

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Santa Cruz, Cabo Verde, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 25°C (78°F). Highs can soar to 28°C (82°F), while lows may dip to 24°C (75°F). Typically, the humidity level in Santa Cruz throughout August hovers around 84%.

24°C (75°F)

Minimum temperature

25°C (78°F)

Average temperature

28°C (82°F)

Maximum temperature

84%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Santa Cruz averages 45 mm (1.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 6 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 35 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 42 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 45% probability of sunny days during this period.

45 mm (1.8 inches)

Precipitation

6 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 42 minutes

Sunshine hours

45%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Santa Cruz reaches a maximum of 13, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 4 8 11 13 13 11 8 5 2 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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